Jan 08, 2026
Top 5 Branding Trends of 2025 We Should Stop Repeating in 2026
Amelia Nash RGD, School of Visual Arts — Masters in Branding
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What if the most important design move for 2026 isn’t adopting the next trend, but letting go of the last one?
In this webinar, creative director and branding strategist Amelia Nash RGD examines the branding trends that dominated 2025 and asks why many of them no longer serve us. From overused minimalism and AI-generated sameness to performative sustainability and platform-first branding, this session offers a thoughtful critique — and practical guidance — for designing brands with clarity, conviction, and longevity.
Perfect for designers ready to move beyond what’s fashionable and create work that truly stands for something.
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Amelia Nash RGD
School of Visual Arts — Masters in Branding
Amelia Nash is a Canadian-born designer, brand strategist, and creative director based in New York City. With over 15 years of experience, she builds bold, sustainable brands that inspire, educate, and connect, pairing creativity with data-driven insight to turn ideas into memorable visual narratives. She is Director of Operations for the School of Visual Arts' Masters in Branding program and a Senior Staff Writer at PRINT Magazine, where she covers branding, culture and design. A certified RGD member, she serves as Secretary on its Board of Directors and co-chairs its Education Committee. She also sits on the AIGA NY Board of Directors, empowering designers through its Education Workgroup.
Amelia's work has been recognized with multiple accolades, including the prestigious Best in Show for Best Visual Appeal - Aesthetics at the 2024 w3 Awards. Her dedication to open, equitable design practices and her passion for collaboration drive her to uncover the extraordinary in every detail. Beyond her professional endeavours, Amelia’s boundless curiosity fuels her fascination with a myriad of things, from seeking the perfect gin and tonic to immersing herself in colour swatches and finding inspiration in the intricate details of the world around her, including being a proud pet mama to her Flemish Giant rabbit, Kona.
To explore her latest articles, visit PRINT Magazine. For more about her work and to connect, visit her website.