Does soft touch lamination change how my colors look?

Slightly. A soft-touch matte laminate tones down vibrancy a little compared with a gloss finish, which changes how certain colors read on the final piece.

• Dark colors: black, navy, and deep red look especially rich and sophisticated.
• Bright neons: can appear a touch muted, so plan for that during design.
• Overall look: a refined, understated finish rather than a punchy, glossy one.

If a color is critical, nudge it a bit brighter in your artwork to account for the softening the laminate adds.