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5 Tips For Designing Your Backdrop

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Red Carpet Runway experts have compiled 5 important tips to help you plan the perfect red carpet event!

 

1. Size Matters


Make sure you know how much space you are working with so you will have the appropriate size backdrop for your party.
Gold – 5 feet wide, great for 2-3 people

5' x 8' Gold Package

Platinum – 7 feet wide, great for 3-4 people

7' x 8' Platinum Package

Hollywood – 10 feet wide, great for 4-5 people & group photos

8' x 10' Hollywood Package

2. Logo Quality


For best quality output, logos should be in original Vector files (.ai, .eps, .pdf) If you are using Raster files (.psd, .jpg, tif ) – they should be 300 dpi or better for best output. Your logo can be manipulated as needed from there.

Raster v. Vector Images

3. Logo Structure


For best visual results, the logo width shouldn’t be more than double the height. Note: Disproportionately sized logos may disturb the patterned layout.

Balance v. Unblanaced Logos

4. Fonts


When choosing patterns that include both text and logos, or text only, select a font style that is bold, clean, clear and can be read from a distance.

Font Recommendations

5. Pattern Layout


Red Carpet Runway has a dozen popular pattern designs that you can select from for the placement of your logo(s). If you have a special layout request, we will work with you to accommodate your logos in that pattern.

Watermark Layout

One Logo Layout

Headline + Diagonal Full Layout

Random Layout

Headline + Logo Runoff Layout

If you’re having an Special Event or if you’re setting up studio or set, now you can create your own Red Carpet Runway by logging ontoRedCarpetRunway.com or calling 888-Runway-9 to get started. Red Carpet Runway is a way to create your own Custom Backdrop (Step and Repeat) and custom carpet entrance – or you can select from a line of pre-designed backdrops. It’s not a party without a red carpet!

 

Red Carpet Runway is your place to find a variety of colors available in any size for your next event. All carpets are CUT to your required dimensions, BOUND and shipped directly to you within 24hrs. All Step and Repeat backdrops print upon final art approval, and arrive to your doorstep in time for your next party or event!

 

Will my logos print well on my Step and Repeat Backdrop? Knowing the difference between Vector and Raster files.

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When creating your own Red Carpet Runway Package there are two types of images that you can submit to be printed on your step and repeat backdrop. Those images will either be in Vector or Raster format.
 
For best digital output on your step and repeat backdrop we recommend that you submit original Vector art files. Vector files are described using shapes (such as circles or rectangles) and can be enlarged without losing quality. Raster images are made up of a grid of pixels and stored in varying formats (see formats below). If Raster files do not contain a high pixel count, they may distort when enlarged and print on your step and repeat.
 
Vector v. Raster
 
How do I know if I am submitting Vector or Raster images?
Vector images are typically created in Adobe Illustrator or Corel Draw. Red Carpet Runway accepts Vector files that have been created and output as AI, EPS or PDF.

Raster images are files that consist of pixels and output as JPEG/JPG, PNG, TIFF/TIF, BMP, GIF. Raster image files can and do still print on the step and repeat but it is best to send your image to our design team to evaluate its print quality.

We do recommend Vector art files when creating your red carpet runway step and repeat. However, in the case that you submit a Raster file, we strongly suggest you submit an image that is at least 8” tall or a minimum pixel count of 300 dpi.

More questions: email: info@redcarpetrunway.com
 
 
 

If you’re having an Special Event or if you’re setting up studio or set, now you can create your own Red Carpet Runway by logging ontoRedCarpetRunway.com or calling 888-Runway-9 to get started. Red Carpet Runway is a way to create your own Custom Backdrop (Step and Repeat) and custom carpet entrance – or you can select from a line of pre-designed backdrops. Its not a party without a red carpet!

 

Red Carpet Runway is your place to find a variety of colors available in any size for your next event. All carpets are CUT to your required dimensions, BOUND and shipped directly to you within 24hrs. All Step and Repeat backdrops print upon final art approval, and arrive to your doorstep in time for your next party or event!

 

Converting text to outlines

How To Convert Fonts to Outlines

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Converting fonts to outlines is a simple task that can be easily forgotten when saving and sending logos to be printed on your Step and Repeat Custom Backdrop. Please remember to do the following in Adobe Illustrator before submitting logos:

 
1. Unlock all visible Layers
2. Click Cmd (Ctrl for PC) + A (this will select all visible art)
3. Click ‘Type’ in the Top Menu followed by ‘Create Outlines’ (See Image Below)
 


This exercise will help expedite your proof for printing and give you the best possible output on your Custom Backdrop.

 
 

Editable v. Outlines

Editable v. Outlines


 
 
If you’re having an Special Event or if you’re setting up studio or set, now you can create your own Red Carpet Runway by logging ontoRedCarpetRunway.com or calling 888-Runway-9 to get started. Red Carpet Runway is a way to create your own Custom Backdrop (Step and Repeat) and custom carpet entrance – or you can select from a line of pre-designed backdrops. It’s not a party without a red carpet!

 

Red Carpet Runway is your place to find a variety of colors available in any size for your next event. All carpets are CUT to your required dimensions, BOUND and shipped directly to you within 24hrs. All Step and Repeat backdrops print upon final art approval, and arrive to your doorstep in time for your next party or event!