Devin's Dress

ART DIRECtion

Illustration

Layout Design

Devin's Dress is a children's book written by kid author, Devin Hayden, under the Lucky Boots imprint. This is Devin's first book and it was written to help little ones learn that accidents happen, and it's okay. Her book also helps lower elementary students improve their literacy, connect parents and children through reading, and increase the positive representation of black girls in books and entertainment.

The book was written to have a fun and relatable feel, so I chose to create it visually to match, using simple shapes, vibrant colors, and quirky fonts. In addition, I created the main character in the author's image using the signature qualities like Devin's hair, skin, clothes, colors, and patterns she (and many girls like her) would wear.

In recognition of its distinctive design, Devin's Dress has received the honor of being selected as one of the Best Book Covers Print Designs of 2024 and Best Education Print Designs of 2024, a testament to its compelling visual appeal and the thoughtfulness imbued in its creation.