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<\/p>\nFinding inspiration to create an amazing binder design can be tough. There are a lot of factors to consider \u2013 colors, fonts, images, and texture, to name a few. And while the outside of the binder is the most important part, you can\u2019t forget the inside. Will the design continue on the binder\u2019s panels? What about the pockets?<\/p>\n
We\u2019ve rounded up 22 incredible binder designs to give you the shot of inspiration you need. Which is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below.<\/p>\n
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https:\/\/www.behance.net\/gallery\/18854081\/Binder-for-Neiman-Marcus<\/a> https:\/\/www.behance.net\/gallery\/18367639\/Corporate-Binder-for-internal-strategy<\/a> https:\/\/www.companyfolders.com\/2-pocket-3-ring-binder-w-window#widmer-interiors_380<\/a> http:\/\/cargocollective.com\/wwwbobgeier\/filter\/Cartoon-Network\/Kellogg-s-Licensed-Promotions<\/a> http:\/\/cargocollective.com\/superhuman\/VETMEDIN<\/a> https:\/\/www.behance.net\/gallery\/31542413\/Architectural-Binder-for-Bamboo-Hardwoods-Flooring<\/a> https:\/\/www.companyfolders.com\/3-ring-2-pocket-letter-size-binder#tigerpaw-software_358<\/a> https:\/\/hartnackandco.com\/collections\/binders-albums-portfolios\/products\/11×17-hidden-screw-post-portfolio https:\/\/www.companyfolders.com\/right-pocket-3-ring-binder-w-window#robert-f-kennedy-center_759<\/a> https:\/\/alexlibris999.deviantart.com\/art\/Frankenstein-ring-binder-cover-407080112<\/a> https:\/\/aldodoaldo.deviantart.com\/art\/Binder-2-408988547<\/a> https:\/\/hartnackandco.com\/collections\/binders-albums-portfolios\/products\/11×14-leather-screw-post-portfolio https:\/\/www.companyfolders.com\/1-pocket-cd-dvd-sleeve-3-ring-binder#global-safety-security-inc-_128<\/a> https:\/\/www.behance.net\/gallery\/34987931\/Filos-Travel-Binder-2015<\/a> https:\/\/www.companyfolders.com\/2-pocket-portfolio-flap-3-ring-binder#ecologic-industries_109<\/a> https:\/\/www.behance.net\/gallery\/53069865\/Lancet-Binder<\/a> http:\/\/www.coroflot.com\/taramcknight\/packaging<\/a> http:\/\/www.coroflot.com\/andreapippins\/design-in-color<\/a> http:\/\/www.coroflot.com\/burnsbrady\/print-collateral<\/a> https:\/\/www.behance.net\/gallery\/11295887\/MinderPet-Brand-Product-Development<\/a> http:\/\/cargocollective.com\/pfutz\/LifePower-Yoga<\/a>
\nThis Neiman Marcus binder is elegant and fun. A large black butterfly starts on the front and continues on the back, almost as if it is flying through a calm, blue sky. The ombr\u00e9 background gives the design a three-dimensional appearance; the bottom is dark and gradually lightens toward the top.<\/p>\nHourigan Construction<\/h2>\n
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\nHourigan Construction\u2019s strategic plan binder features the company\u2019s logo and name on the green cover. Its logo is a capital H made of what looks like buildings the company would build. A larger logo covers the front of the modern design.<\/p>\nWidmer Interiors<\/h2>\n
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\nWidmer Interiors\u2019 funky, modern design uses a corporate gray and black background with a touch of red for excitement. Dark gray rays beam from the bold red box, emphasizing the workplace superheroes tagline. The back is subdued, with Widmer’s mission statement written in white to contrast with the formal black background.<\/p>\nKellogg\u2019s<\/h2>\n
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\nPok\u00e9mon lovers will get a real treat with this binder from Kellogg\u2019s. The bright yellow cover features the face of the franchise\u2019s adorable star character, Pikachu, making it hard not to smile.<\/p>\nVetmedin<\/h2>\n
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\nVetmedin\u2019s clean, crisp binder design features various types of embossed dogs covering the front. A small red heart is in the center to represent pet owners\u2019 love of dogs.<\/p>\nBamboo Hardwoods<\/h2>\n
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\nBamboo Hardwoods shows its connection to nature by using various shades of green on its binder. The round logo illustrates the unity between the company and Earth, while the sans serif font adds another modern element to the design.<\/p>\nTigerpaw<\/h2>\n
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\nTigerpaw Software uses a fierce design for its implementation guide binder to play on the company\u2019s animal name. The orange and black color scheme mimics a tiger\u2019s stripes and matches the stripes in the logo. A paw in the logo is also reminiscent of the primal large cat.<\/p>\nAnna Rajdil, photographer<\/h2>\n
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\nPhotographer Anna Rajdil uses this sleek, sophisticated binder for her portfolio. This simple design features a formal black cover with an embossed monogram. A red spine adds a bold accent to the design.<\/p>\nRobert F. Kennedy Human Rights<\/h2>\n
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\nThe Robert F. Kennedy Center uses blue and white to create part of the letter K on the front and back covers. Diamond and compass shapes throughout the design add another level of depth and create a textured look.<\/p>\nUniversal Pictures<\/h2>\n
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\nUniversal Pictures\u2019 employment agreement binder looks like something found in a castle\u2019s dungeon. Several lightning bolts draw the eye to the center, toward an image of Frankenstein. Chains hang from the corners, mimicking the other props you might find in a horrific dungeon.<\/p>\nLevi\u2019s<\/h2>\n
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\nLevi\u2019s binder is covered with one of its products, complete with a working back pocket on the front cover. The company\u2019s signature red tag hangs from the side of the pocket.<\/p>\nLorrie Kelly, photographer<\/h2>\n
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\nThis brown leather binder serves as a portfolio for photographer Lorrie Kelly. The smooth cover features only Kelly\u2019s name embossed in the corner, adding additional texture to the design.<\/p>\nGlobal Safety & Security, Inc.<\/h2>\n
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\nGlobal Safety & Security, Inc.\u2019s logo, which features a capital G inside a globe, acts as a background pattern and becomes brighter as the blue panel lightens into an ombr\u00e9 effect. This design (as well as the trusted blue and white color scheme) continues onto the pocket.<\/p>\nFilos Holidays & Travel<\/h2>\n
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\nThe cover of Filos Holidays & Travel makes a splash with its design. Various shades of blue mimic a wave of water spanning from the front to the back. This company will plan customers\u2019 Greek vacations, full of fun in the sun as illustrated by the O in Filos, which looks like a bright, orange sun.<\/p>\nEcological Industries<\/h2>\n
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\nImages of Ecologic Industries\u2019 products are on the cover of this binder. Green text helps establish the company\u2019s commitment to the environment, while the serif font conveys a sense of dependability.<\/p>\nLancet Glass<\/h2>\n
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\nThis Lancet Glass binder features the company\u2019s monogram logo on the cover. The company uses a dependable blue and white color scheme with a splash of red to get clients\u2019 attention. A square around the logo represents security and professionalism.<\/p>\nAvant Wallcovering<\/h2>\n
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\nAvant went with an organic design, evoking the spirit of their eco-friendly products. A brown and green color scheme creates a natural, calm theme. Customers can trace the embossed leaf logo and company name with their fingers.<\/p>\nDesign in Color<\/h2>\n
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\nDesigner Andrea Pippins uses bright colors for this binder, including a funky lime green spine. The crisp, white cover features three eyes stacked vertically in the center, each in a different color and using a different type of button as the pupil.<\/p>\nEchelon<\/h2>\n
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\nThis binder\u2019s gold and black color scheme represent luxury. Echelon\u2019s premiere stapler is the star of the cover. The sans serif font adds another modern element to the design.<\/p>\nMinder Pet
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\nPet owners gain peace of mind with a place to organize their pet\u2019s records and documents. The blue cover features Minder Pet\u2019s paw print logo. Smaller images of a medical sign, food bowl, and airplane also appear in the logo to indicate the types of records pet owners can store in the binder.<\/p>\nLifetime Lifepower Yoga<\/h2>\n
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\nThis yoga teacher certification binder features calming, cool colors. The front cover showcases a gorgeous, stylishly lit photo of a yoga enthusiast in a peaceful, natural setting.<\/p>\nParsons<\/h2>\n
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