"ForReal!"  webSite
forreal! is a premier gossip site developed by the renowned national news agency, Israel Hayom, featuring celebrity news, entertainment updates, and exclusive stories. The project aimed to challenge the conventional approach to the design of gossip sites, which often lean into flashy and "cheap" aesthetics. Instead, our focus was on crafting an innovative, sophisticated, and credible platform. This design strategy sought to elevate the user experience by conveying authenticity and professionalism, ensuring that visitors felt confident in the quality of the content.

Category

Branding, UXUI

Credits

Creative Direction | Adam Feinberg
Art Direction | Zohar Pomerantz
UXUI | Zohar Pomerantz
Design | Zohar Pomerantz
Producer | Dar Naor, Shaked Lougassi

Date

2023-2024

Design Process

Drawing inspiration from the brand of viral influencer and blogger Eran Swissa, we incorporated his signature orange and pink hues alongside outlined frames, adapting them to create a more sophisticated dark-mode aesthetic. Design elements, such as thin, bullet-like lines next to titles, were strategically used to emphasize content highlights, reinforcing a sleek and modern visual identity.

We played an integral role in the naming process and were tasked with creating the logo. The name "forreal!" was selected to reflect the brand's commitment to authentic content, while also introducing a playful tone suitable for the world of gossip sites. The ! was then incorporated into the design, serving as both a visually striking element and a tool to highlight key content to draw visitors' attention.

Sketches & Tests

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