Act as a senior brand strategist with 10+ years of experience in corporate branding and identity design. Provide a detailed guide on best practices for creating a comprehensive brand style guide for [COMPANY NAME], a [INDUSTRY] business targeting [TARGET AUDIENCE]. Include sections on logo usage (size, spacing, variations), typography (primary and secondary fonts, hierarchy), color palette (primary, secondary, and accent colors with HEX/RGB codes), imagery style (photography, illustrations, icons), tone of voice (brand personality, messaging guidelines), and application examples (business cards, social media, website). Highlight common mistakes to avoid and how to ensure consistency across all [MARKETING CHANNELS]. Use real-world examples from top brands for inspiration.