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Show Us Your True Colors

Sep 15, 2015   //   by Meghan Pescio   //   For Advertisers  //  No Comments

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We’ve seen many a logo pass by our desks here at the Zip Code Magazines, and I have to say some have been great and some… not so much. I’m no graphic designer, but I can tell you one of the biggest factors of a logo that reflects your brand feel is its color. If you’re looking to portray something bold and powerful like a restaurant known for the use of its spices, a soft blue and green logo may not do the trick. Likewise, choosing colors based on how they make consumers feel can add credibility to your brand and truly resonate with your audience… 

We found this article that does a great job of explaining how humans react to color, and they may just give you some ideas for your next brand redesign. 

Fourth annual “Diamond Dig” to benefit Dress for Success Southern Nevada

Sep 2, 2015   //   by Meghan Pescio   //   Reconnect with Zip Code Magazines  //  No Comments

On Thursday, Sept. 10, from 5 to 7 p.m.MJ Christensen will again host a “Diamond Dig” to benefit Dress for Success Southern Nevada, the local affiliate of the international non-profit that promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support, and career development tools to help them thrive in work and life.

 

WHAT:         Diamond Dig at MJ Christensen benefiting Dress for Success Southern Nevada

WHEN:        MJ Christensen at Boca Park, 8980 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas, Nev., 89117

WHERE:       Thursday, Sept. 10, from 5 to 7 p.m.

 

Grand Prize Asher Dia pendantAttendees can win great prizes at the Diamond Dig by buying a “scoop” from a sandbox filled with gemstones that correspond to prizes. One lucky person will win the grand prize, an Asher 14kt yellow gold diamond and enhanced colored diamond pendant weighing 1.23ctw in diamonds on a 14kt yellow gold chain, donated by MJ Christensen and valued at $2,560.

 

With hors d’oeuvres and wine, the evening will be a fun night pairing beautiful jewelry with a great cause. In addition, 10 percent of the proceeds from purchases made that night will benefit Dress for Success Southern Nevada.

 

Special guests include former clients of Dress for Success Southern Nevada who will discuss how the organization changed their lives, members of the North Las Vegas Fire Department to assist with the digging, and Jennifer Lier as Marilyn Monroe.

 

Admission is free to the public. RSVP at rsvp@mjcdiamonds.com or call 702-802-2588.