Only
Simple is powerful
Only is an award-winning branding agency based in Manchester, UK. We turn bold ideas into impactful brands that move culture forward. We bring together skills in strategy and design to create brands with clarity and craft. At the heart of our studio lies a promise: to simplify strategy, inspire creativity, and deliver lasting impact. 8 people in their team
Speaks English
3 projects in their portfolioSortlist member since 2024
Founded in 2014
16 awards conferredServices
9 services offered by Only
Description Only is an award-winning branding agency based in Manchester, UK. We turn bold ideas into impactful brands that move culture forward. At the heart of our studio lies a promise: to simplify strategy, inspire creativity, and deliver lasting change.Skills in Branding & Positioning (11) Brand DesignBrand IdentityBrand NamingCorporate Identity DesignBrand DevelopmentBrand NarrativeCompany BrandingBrand PositioningBrand ExperienceBrand Guidelines+1Works in Branding & Positioning (3) Reviews in Branding & Positioning (2) Chris UlyattAmy StackhouseClients in Branding & Positioning (3) Cardiff UniversityEducation | internationalPirateEntertainment & Events | internationalPrintworks LondonEntertainment & Events | national
Learn more about Branding & PositioningDescription Our approach to design is widely recognised for its clarity and craft. We proudly and continually push boundaries and deliver exceptional work that sets our clients apart. Through purposeful and aesthetic design, driven by strategy, intuition, and insight, we help brands to be impactful and memorable.Skills in Graphic Design (9) Creative Graphic DesignLogo DesignPrint DesignCorporate DesignGraphic Design ServicesLayout DesignTypographyVisual DesignCreative ConceptWorks in Graphic Design (3) Clients in Graphic Design (3) Cardiff UniversityEducation | internationalPirateEntertainment & Events | internationalPrintworks LondonEntertainment & Events | national
Learn more about Graphic DesignDescription Through research, strategy, and design, we transform brands and organisations to deliver lasting change. Our approach to design brings together intuition and insight, to create purposeful communications that demand attention.Skills in Graphic Identity (1) Identity DesignWorks in Graphic Identity (2) Clients in Graphic Identity (2) Cardiff UniversityEducation | internationalPirateEntertainment & Events | international
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Works in Copywriting (2) Clients in Copywriting (2) Cardiff UniversityEducation | internationalPirateEntertainment & Events | international
Learn more about CopywritingDescription We help to transform brands into dynamic campaigns for internal and external audiences, across channels and platforms.Skills in Advertising (3) Advertising CampaignGraphic Design AdvertisingWeb AdvertisingWorks in Advertising (3) Clients in Advertising (3) Cardiff UniversityEducation | internationalPirateEntertainment & Events | internationalPrintworks LondonEntertainment & Events | national
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Work in Outdoor Advertising (1) Client in Outdoor Advertising (1) Printworks LondonEntertainment & Events | national
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Works in Marketing (2) Clients in Marketing (2) Cardiff UniversityEducation | internationalPrintworks LondonEntertainment & Events | national
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Work in Website Creation (1) Client in Website Creation (1) Printworks LondonEntertainment & Events | national
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Work in Motion Design (1) Client in Motion Design (1) PirateEntertainment & Events | international
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Team
8 members in Only's team
StoryOnly was founded in 2014 by brothers Daniel and Matthew Tweddle. Our ambition was to bring together distinct skills in strategy and design to create brands with clarity and craft. At the heart of our studio has remained a promise: to simplify strategy, inspire creativity, and deliver lasting impact.
Awards
Only was awarded 16 times
SiteInspire2023-11-01
European Transform Award2022-03-01Best Use of Typography
European Transform Award2022-04-01Education
European Transform Award2020-03-01Best Use of Typography
Reviews
2 reviews for Only
5/5
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Amy StackhouseHead of Communications, Marketing and Recruitment at Cardiff University
- Service
- Branding & Positioning
- Sector
- Education
- Team
- 1001 - 5000
Amy Stackhouse recommends this agency
What was the objective behind your collaboration?
Our goal was to elevate Cardiff University’s brand to reflect its true standing as a top-tier institution. We wanted to unite the university behind a single, compelling message that would attract the best students and staff, while celebrating Cardiff’s unique Welsh heritage and community spirit.
What did you enjoy the most during your collaboration?
Working with Only has been a great experience from start to finish. Their ability to understand our vision and translate it into a powerful brand strategy was excellent. We were impressed by their thorough research, collaborative approach, and creativity. The new identity they developed not only modernised our look but also captured the very essence of what makes Cardiff special. Their attention to detail has made the whole process run smoothly.
5/5
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Chris UlyattHead of Brand at Pirate
- Service
- Branding & Positioning
- Sector
- Entertainment & Events
- Team
- 11 - 50
Chris Ulyatt recommends this agency
What was the objective behind your collaboration?
We wanted to revamp our visual identity to better reflect Pirate’s mission of making creative spaces accessible to everyone. With rapid growth and an expanding global presence, we needed a bold, adaptable brand that truly resonated with our audience of musicians, producers, and artists.
What did you enjoy the most during your collaboration?
Working with Only was a true pleasure. Their understanding of our brand’s core values and vision was spot on. They brought a fresh, creative approach that was simple yet impactful, always pushing the boundaries to deliver something unique. The team was collaborative, responsive, and truly invested in our success. The end result exceeded our expectations and helped elevate Pirate’s presence on a global scale.
5/5
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- Headquarter22 Lever Street, Manchester, UK