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- AnnouncementJuly 24 2007
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Stylegala is back
The Halloween curse seems to be over and we are back on track again. We are all very sorry for the downtime, but now we are back and kicking again. Come visit us!
- GarrettDimon.comJuly 24 2007
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GarrettDimon.com
Stylegala's comment:
Empty your head of any pre-conceptions and definitions of what a Stylegala website should be. Garrett Dimons redesign supports no ornate JavaScript effects, nor does it reek of flash-powered wizardry. In fact it features barely no design-related imagery at all. Yet the site works beautifully.
Give it more than a few seconds and it will soon come apparent that the content is the design. A bold headline immediately hooks those with an interest for the subject matter, whilst a rich variety of typographical variations keep the text looking fresh and clear, even on heavier pages. Images are neatly presented in grey surrounds, complete with caption, whilst small visual touches such as the emboldened first letter make the overall appearance feel very much like a homage to print, intended for the web.
This site may not have elaborate effects, but it frankly it doesnt need them. The designer has put the content exactly where it should be - head and shoulders above everything else.
- A-FilmJuly 24 2007
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A-Film
Stylegala's comment:
I love this style of design. I love the way the site works for me. From an accessibility point of view though this site will not work well for many. Navigation is not consistent. Flash does not degrade when not available. Small text. That's the bad bit over. Now for the positives. Love the photography, love the overlay. Love the colors and use of light. The site is innovative from a design perspective even if it is not breaking new ground technically. The design style suits the subject material well.