Why Birch?
Birch uses a sidebar accent in the header area, a coloured strip that runs alongside your name and details. The result is a design that feels structured and considered. It is a template for people who want more than a plain white letter but less than a full creative layout.
The default colour is a muted blue-grey (slate), but the 8 variants range from steel blue and sage green to plum and warm brown. Plus Jakarta Sans provides the typography: a clean, modern typeface that works across industries.
Who should use this template?
Birch sits at the intersection of modern and professional. It works particularly well for:
- Tech companies and startups that value clean design
- Product, design, and UX roles where visual communication matters
- Professionals transitioning between creative and corporate environments
- Anyone who wants their cover letter to feel polished without being stiff
The sidebar accent is subtle enough for corporate applications but distinctive enough for creative roles. It bridges the gap.
Pair it with the Birch resume template for a consistent application.
What you get
- A sidebar header layout with a distinctive accent strip
- 8 colour themes from slate to sage, plum, steel blue, and warm tones
- Plus Jakarta Sans as the default font, modern and readable
- A design that works for both creative and corporate applications
- Fully customisable in the Laddro builder
Colour options
Birch offers 8 colour variations:
- Slate grey, the default. Versatile and grounded
- Steel blue for a corporate-modern look
- Plum for a creative, distinctive feel
- Sage green for a natural, approachable tone
- Warm brown for a friendly, organic look
- Navy blue for a professional, authoritative feel
Tips for getting the most out of Birch
- The sidebar colour is the defining feature. Pick one that complements the company's brand.
- Slate and steel blue work everywhere. Save plum and brown for roles where personality is valued.
- Plus Jakarta Sans is a strong default. It pairs well with every colour variant.
- Birch works well for cover letters that need to be both creative and credible. Use it when you want to show range.
Write your cover letter with Birch on Laddro
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