Layering and Collage: Grunge design often incorporates multiple layers, overlapping images, and collage elements. This technique enhances the chaotic and rebellious nature of the style. Handwritten and Irregular Typography: Fonts used in grunge design often have a hand-drawn, irregular quality to them.

The term “Grunge” was first coined to stand for a specific type of music, influenced by punk, rock and heavy metal. The design itself takes on the rawness of punk and rock, and incorporates real life imagery inspired by the urban and industrial scene – it's very stylistic, less uniform, and is easily recognizable.