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Wanna share some R&Ds of old project with you.
And ask you to tell me wich style works better?
1. Original style of the project
2. Some RnD with more dramatic and boutique style.
2 voted
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8 voted
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Boutique here
huge fan of the boutique style! feels more human & tangible by far, though the original style is definitely lovely to see a peek of!
The original style looks premium
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