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Brand Media Guidelines

Ensure consistent, professional representation of Cup Source across all channels. This guide covers logo usage, color palette, typography, imagery standards, and downloadable assets.

Palette

Brand Colors

Our warm, earthy palette reflects the coffee industry while conveying sustainability and premium quality. Use these exact codes to maintain brand consistency.

Espresso
#3B2315HEX
Primary text, dark backgrounds
Warm Caramel
#E07B39HEX
Buttons, accents, CTAs
Latte Gold
#D4A053HEX
Highlights, badges, borders
Mocha
#5C3D2EHEX
Secondary text, UI elements
Toffee
#8B5E3CHEX
Icons, subtle accents
Cream Foam
#FDF8F4HEX
Page backgrounds, cards
Fonts

Typography System

Clean, modern, and highly readable. Our type system prioritizes accessibility and professionalism across digital and print media.

Primary Font

Cup Source
Segoe UI / System UI
Used for headings, navigation, and key UI elements. Bold weights (700–900) create hierarchy and visual impact.

Body Font

Readable, clear, and professional text.
Segoe UI / System UI
Used for paragraphs, descriptions, and body content. Regular weight (400) with generous line-height ensures optimal readability.

Hierarchy Scale

H1 / Hero Brand Story & Mission
H2 / Section Product Categories
H3 / Card Paper Coffee Cups
Body Double-wall insulated cups available in 8oz–20oz with peelable lids.
Caption Product specifications and usage notes
Photography

Imagery Style

Our photography showcases quality products, warm environments, and sustainable practices. Images should feel inviting, authentic, and professional.

✓ Do
  • Use high-resolution, well-lit product shots
  • Show cups in context (cafes, hands, tables)
  • Highlight eco-friendly materials and texture
  • Use warm, natural color grading
  • Include diverse business environments
✗ Don't
  • Use harsh shadows or overly filtered images
  • Show damaged, stained, or misshapen products
  • Use stock photos that look generic or unrelated
  • Apply heavy vignettes or dark overlays
  • Mix brand colors with clashing palettes
Standards

Usage Rules

Follow these guidelines to ensure the Cup Source brand is always represented correctly. Never alter, distort, or misuse brand assets.

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Incorrect

Do Not Rotate

Never rotate, skew, or distort the logo. It must remain horizontal and proportional.

Cup Source
Incorrect

No Background Boxes

Do not place the logo inside boxes, gradients, or decorative backgrounds unless specified.

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Incorrect

Minimum Size

Never scale the logo below minimum reproduction sizes. Legibility is essential.

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Correct

Proper Clear Space

Always maintain adequate clear space around the logo. Use approved color variations.

Assets

Downloadable Assets

Access vector files, high-resolution images, and style guide documents. All assets are available for partners, press, and approved media use.

Media Relations

Need Assistance or Assets?

If you require custom assets, have questions about brand usage, or are a member of the press seeking information, our media team is here to help.

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Email
media@cupsource.com
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Press Hotline
+1 (800) 555-0199
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HQ
Seattle, WA — Media Department

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