Local RE-Brand Project
FLUFFY'S DONUTS REBRANDING
For this project, I redesigned the visual identity of Fluffy’s Donuts while maintaining recognizable elements from the original ToGo Donuts branding.
The goal was not to completely replace the existing identity but to reinterpret it into a more playful, memorable, and cohesive brand experience that could appeal to customers while preserving familiarity.
Throughout this project, I followed a Human-Centered and Brand Design process to understand the existing visual language, define opportunities for improvement, develop concepts, and apply the final identity across multiple touchpoints.
YEAR
DURATION
Role
2026
3 Weeks
Branding
Fluffy's Donuts Rebranding
DEFINE
The first stage focused on identifying the current problems within the existing brand identity.
Through visual analysis and observation of both physical and digital branding applications, I discovered gaps in communication and consistency.
Store Identity:
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The storefront displayed “To Go Donuts” instead of Fluffy’s Donuts.
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The storefront used a minimal and monotone appearance.
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The visual style did not strongly communicate that it was a donut shop.
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The brand lacked personality and emotional connection.
Website Identity:
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The website introduced the name Fluffy’s Donuts, creating an inconsistency with the physical location.
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Two different typography styles were used:
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Bubble typography for “Fluffy’s.”
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Thin typography for “Donuts.”
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The logo lacked hierarchy and felt visually disconnected.
Define
EXISTING PROBLEM
Fluffy's Donuts Rebranding
DESIGN BRIEF
After identifying the problems, I created a design brief to establish clear project direction and goals.
Design Brief
PROJECT GOAL
Redesign Fluffy’s Donuts into a more recognizable and cohesive visual identity while preserving familiarity from the existing brand.
I wanted customers to immediately recognize the store as a donut shop and remember the brand after seeing it.
Design Brief
USER PERSONA
To keep the project grounded in user needs, I created personas representing key stakeholders.
University Student
Sophia Kim
Sophia is a 21-year-old college student who enjoys discovering aesthetic cafés and dessert places with her friends. She often chooses places that feel memorable and visually appealing rather than simply convenient.
GOALS
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Visit places that feel fun and unique
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Share experiences through photos and social media
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Enjoy a welcoming and recognizable atmosphere
FRUSTRATIONS
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Generic branding that feels forgettable
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Stores that do not match their online identity
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Packaging that lacks personality
Busy Working Professional
Michael Torres
Michael is a 36-year-old office employee who frequently buys coffee and breakfast before work. He values quick decisions and often chooses brands that feel familiar and easy to recognize.
GOALS
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Quickly identify the store and products
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Feel confident about the quality of the experience
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Recognize the brand consistently across locations and platforms
FRUSTRATIONS
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Confusing or inconsistent branding
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Storefronts that do not clearly communicate what they sell
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Minimal visual identity that feels generic
Fluffy's Donuts Rebranding
IDEATION
During the ideation phase, I explored different visual directions and logo concepts.
Rather than starting from scratch, I looked at elements from the existing To Go Donuts logo and experimented with ways to transform them into a more expressive brand character. Multiple logo variations were created before selecting the final direction.
I also explored typography, color combinations, and packaging concepts that could help strengthen the overall identity.
Ideation
DESIGN EXPLORATION
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Logo iterations
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Character development
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Typography exploration
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Packaging concepts
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Visual language development
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Ideation
VISUAL DIRECTION
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Rounded shapes
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Bold typography
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Character illustrations
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Simple color palette
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Consistent visual hierarchy
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Ideation
MOODBOARD
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Ideation
TYPOGRAPHY & COLORS
MODAK
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BLACK
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SWEET PINK
#E384A0
WHITE
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Fluffy's Donuts Rebranding
PROTOTYPE FEATURES
After selecting the final concept, I developed a complete visual identity system and applied it across different brand touchpoints.
The final branding system included logo design, packaging, signage, patterns, and brand guidelines.
Deliverables
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Primary logo
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Secondary logo variations
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Character design
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Packaging design
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Store signage mockups
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Brand guidelines
Tools:
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Adobe Illustrator
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Photoshop
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Procreate
Fluffy's Donuts Rebranding
TEST
To evaluate the redesign, I reviewed how the identity performed across different applications, including packaging, signage, and digital platforms.
The goal was to ensure that the brand remained recognizable and visually consistent regardless of where customers encountered it.
What Worked
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Stronger visual personality
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Better consistency between physical and digital branding
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More memorable character-based identity
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Improved packaging and storefront presence
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Stronger connection to the brand name
Future Improvements
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Expand the packaging system
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Develop social media assets
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Create additional merchandise applications
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Explore seasonal branding variations
Local RE-Brand Project
REFLECTION
This project taught me that successful branding is more than designing a logo. A strong identity requires consistency across every customer interaction.
Through this redesign, I learned how typography, character design, color systems, and packaging can work together to create a memorable brand experience. By improving the connection between the storefront, website, and packaging, I was able to create a more cohesive identity that better reflects the playful personality of Fluffy's Donuts.
