Infographic: Color increases brand recognition by 80 percent

Whether you’re designing a new logo or building an Instagram or Pinterest strategy, this infographic’s insights on hues and shades can help you attract customers and stand out from your competitors.

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I judge books by their covers.

I know the old adage says not to, but I do.

When I’m browsing in a bookstore, I don’t scan the shelves for titles that look interesting or authors I recognize. I first look for book covers with designs and colors I like. Once I find one that looks promising, I read the back cover, the first few pages and sometimes even the last page (I like to look for happy endings) to decide whether I want to buy the book.

I’m not the only one who makes purchasing decisions based on color. An infographic from Brush Strokes says most people make up to 90 percent of their judgments based on color.

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