Three of the Best Logos of 2007

First of all I am not saying that these are the best logos of 2007. It was so hard to narrow it down to three for this post anyways. And there are probably a lot of others out there that I haven’t seen. But these are three of my favorites that were made in 2007.

Purely Artistic
Purely Artistic
URL: PurelyArtistic.com (Site Status: Under Construction - 12.08.07)
Designed By: Dache

This is a very unique and well thought out logo. The typography is custom (do a degree at least) and the logo is unique, memorable, and scalable. Furthermore, the entire logo can be used with different color schemes. The version that I’m showing was used on FaveUp.com (a great design showcase). If you visit PurelyArtistic.com or Dache’s portfolio, there are two more color schemes for the logo.

All of the previously stated qualities are all needed in good logo design. The logo needs to be unique and memorable. Scalable isn’t absolutely needed, but it makes the logo all the better. That way it can be used for anything - favicon.ico for example [?].

Ok, so what’s so unique about this logo?

“This identity was designed by combining the letters “p” and “a” all in creating a unique mark.”
-Dache

Purely Artistic Symbol RevealedIf you look at the symbol closely, you will notice that it is an oval with a “p” and an “a” cut out of it - if you follow me. (See modified img to the right)

And finally, the logo is designed in such a way to be adaptable to any color scheme. It could be all one color, or any combination of two colors. Adaptable logos like that are ideal for obvious reasons and show that the designer thought through his/her design (or got lucky…).
My only regret is that the web site is Under Construction - I’m very curious to see what is going to be on.

All in all, the logo very well thought out nicely done.

Video Community
Video Community .tv
URL: VideoCommunity.tv
Designed By: Good Creative

Like the Purely Artistic logo, this is a well thought out logo. The color scheme is very nice and fits extremely well with Video Community’s web site. The logo is memorable, easily recognizable, and scalable. Furthermore, the colors are interchangeable while still retaining the logo’s individuality.

Again, it is a well thought out and well done logo. Not quite as unique as the Purely Artistic logo, but still very nice.

Xanadu
Xanadu
URL: WhatIsXanadu.com
Designed By: Raja Sandhu

This logo may actually be just random pointless design work by Raja Sandhu. I can’t find a URL for the site, nor anything referring to it on the web. I may just be blind (if I am, someone tell me), but there may be no Xanadu company or web site.
Never mind. The logo is for a health club in Lakeshore, Ontario. (Thanks Raja)

Even so, this is a very nice logo and probably my favorite.

The typography is very nice and perfect for the look. The simplicity makes the name stick more. And furthermore, the simplicity allows the color to be altered if needed.
The symbol is great! It’s very unique, and very well done. The two circles meeting with the thicker and brighter line is a great idea. It’s scalable, very memorable, and very cool.
Some may disagree with me, but I think it is an incredible design.
I just wish I had come up with it.

Well, there you have it - three of the best logo designs of 2007.
I hope they helped inspire you and aid you in your design work.
Check out FaveUp.com for more logo inspiration.
Further reading: What Makes a Good Logo? by: David Airey

 

20 Responses to “Three of the Best Logos of 2007”

  • Those a great logos. I agree that they may not be the best of 2007, they sure do have their own uniqueness.

    In fact, you’re logo is pretty nice as well. I wish I could come up with a logo for my blog.. hmm..

     

  • Why thank you Robert. It took me a long time and several different logo designs in order to finally come up with it. Even now I’m not completely satisfied with it…

    Well Robert, I am a freelancer… I could get you a logo and a custom blog design…
    Shoot me an e-mail if you’re interested.
    Contact me
    :-P

     

  • You’re certainly welcome Brian.

    I’m actually content with my wordpress theme as of now, albeit it’s not of my own work and there’s still some changes I would like to make, I’ll stick with it.

    However, I am looking for a simple design for http://www.yourip.us. I think it’s time to make it over. If you have any ideas, feel free to drop me an e-mail with your ideas. My email is me at rr dot cx.

     

  • Very well.

    Hm…
    I’ll take a look at it and think about it.

     

  • hey thanks for the props bro - here is the site, http://www.whatisxanadu.com/.

    I try not to do pointless work ;)

     

  • Thanks Raja!
    And I apologize - ‘pointless’ wasn’t the best wording. Everything has a point.

     

  • Nice post. Logo design is something I’m in the process of learning more about. Actually, I returned home from the library today with a book called, ‘How to Design Trade Marks and Logos’.

     

  • Those are some great logos. Xanadu’s is my favorite as well as it has the most unique touch. :)

     

  • So what is so Pointless about rajas logo? he always has a purpose . Great designer.

     

  • Please don’t get angry with me Mike.
    It was poor wording.
    What I meant was something more along the lines of, “I guess this was just something done for fun because I can’t find anything on it.”

    I sincerely apologize for the misunderstanding.
    I love Raja’s logos - they’re a lot better than what I can come up with.

     

  • Very nice logos there Brian. Xanadu is definitely my favorite in this list. I’m a little bummed that Random Jabber’s logo didn’t make it into the list though….(just kidding). hehe. :-)

     

  • I frequently visit http://www.logopond.com for some of the freshest new logo design talent out there. Don’t know if you guys have been there, but you should definitely check it out.

    There is a pretty noticeable difference between the classic styles of say, Jeff Fisher and the newer talent, but It’s all great.

    Also, you should check out the “Los Logos” series of books. There are three out right now.

     

  • Deron: RandomJabber’s logo was number four. :-P

    Aaron: Most interesting.. I haven’t heard about LogoPond.
    I am definitely looking into that…
    Thanks for the heads up!

     

  • Dang! I was that close! :)

    Yeah, LogoPond is good for some inspiration.

    I also visit FaveUp when I’m in the need of some logo inspiration.

     

  • FaveUp is what I’ve been following for a bit.
    They have really nice submissions.

    None of my stuff has made it there though…
    :-/

     

  • Dache (David) is a fantastic logo designer, so kudos for choosing one of his.

    I hope all’s well with you buddy.

     

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  • Brian, those are very nice logos. How about your own?

     

  • Me?
    Unfortunately, I don’t have much in my portfolio.
    But feel free to check out my portfolio!
    (Although it isn’t updated…)

     

  • Very kind of you, thanks.

     

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