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Paolo Castellaneta Space Invader Business Cards Stand Out From the Crowd

— August 4, 2012 — Art & Design
Probably the coolest business card ever, this Space Invaders design stands out from generic products of its kind. Created by Italian Art director Paolo Castellaneta, these cards are a way to set yourself apart from others in a big way.

The cards are shaped like the famous video game characters, and are made from bright neon plastic. The cards come in a variety of colors, including red, orange, green and blue. The material used for the plastic was plexiglass and silk-screen.

Anyone who received one of these at a meeting would be sure to take notice of their business over anyone else's. Castellaneta's design, above all, stands out from the crowd and makes a reference to beloved games of years ago.
Trend Themes
1. Retro-inspired Business Cards - Creating business cards with designs that reference beloved games of the past presents an opportunity for companies to stand out from the crowd.
2. Custom-shaped Business Cards - Designing business cards in unconventional shapes, like famous video game characters, can make a lasting impression and differentiate a brand from others.
3. Bright Neon Business Cards - Using bright neon plastic materials for business cards adds a unique and eye-catching element that captures attention and leaves a memorable impression.
Industry Implications
1. Marketing and Advertising - Incorporating retro-inspired or custom-shaped business cards can provide marketing and advertising agencies with innovative ways to showcase their creativity and attract clients.
2. Design and Branding - The use of bright neon plastic for business cards presents an opportunity for design and branding companies to create visually striking and memorable brand assets for their clients.
3. Creative Services - Offering retro-inspired or custom-shaped business cards can be a disruptive innovation opportunity for creative services firms, allowing them to offer unique and standout solutions to their clients.
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