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[Rio_Kohitsuji]

Hey everyone! Below is a collection of logos. What are these logos for you ask? Well, a few of you know that slowly but surely my FI is getting into the jewelry world by using an art twist to his work. The chosen name for his business is "The Vulcan Forge", so there ya go.

We basically want to get an idea of what other people think is attractive, we have our favorites but are curious of what other people think.

So, I'm asking that you just COMMENT on your favorite(s) and (if you can) why you liked it (them).

Please keep in mind that this will be for an ARTISTICALLY-GEARED Jewelry venture.

Oh, and please refrain from the "OMG! YOU'RE LISTENING TO INTERNET PEOPLE! OMG! YOU'RE GONNA GO TO HELL!! OMG!" posts.

Oh, and these are ROUGH sketches....more than likely will go on a stamp than a huge ole' sign.

[SOPi_Jawbreaker]

I would say the ones that caught my eye first are 1, 2, 9, and 10. I really like 9 and 10. I think they've got a nice fancy/artistic look/feel to them while still being clear that it's supposed to be a "v" and an "f".

[teena]

10. i dont know why

[Tippiechick]

3, 9

[shinerbock]

I think they are all good, however I would advise that the final logo include the name. I personally find only logos to be less professional. I think the best is when there is a logo, and also the written name. For example, look at Sprint or Southern Company. You might recognize the name or the symbol alone, but they have combined to create the company symbol. I mean, these are major corporations, but I think that is the best strategy for a legitimate, professional look.

[honeychile]

3,4 (is there an appreciable difference?) or 9.

[winnieb]

i like 2 and 8--- they are simple and nice. by stamp, do you mean the jewelers stamp that would mark the piece? if so, i would think something nice, clean with nice lines so it wears well.

[tunatartare]

the first one

[VandalSquirrel]

I would see that it is VF for Vulcan Forge a lot easier if the F flowed into the V from below, instead of the F flowing upwards from the V.

I think either 8 or 9 would look good if the F went up and the top cross of the F was at the bottom of the V.

[valkyrie]

My choice would depend on what type of customer you're trying to attract. With a name like "The Vulcan Forge," my guess would be that you want to appeal to a Ren Faire/sci fi/D&D kind of person, and so I'd say 10 or 11 would be a good choice. Personally, and I don't think I'm your target consumer, I think 5 is cool as hell. It's kind of retro/stylish/simple/classic/beat/whatever. 7, 8, and 9 look too much like Van Halen.

I also disagree with shinerbock, because apparently that's my new hobby. Seriously, though, a logo can be more than enough in the fashion world -- see Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Kate Spade, etc.

[jadis96]

I like 9 and 10. Both are clear on being a V and a F, but also have some artistic value to them. I agree though that what type of costomer you are wanting to attract makes a huge difference.

[adpiucf]

Number 2 is a simple and clean mark where you can clearly designate the V from the F. It will be easy to reproduce at various sizes.

Good luck with your new venture!

[Rio_Kohitsuji]

Originally Posted by shinerbock

I think they are all good, however I would advise that the final logo include the name. I personally find only logos to be less professional. I think the best is when there is a logo, and also the written name. For example, look at Sprint or Southern Company. You might recognize the name or the symbol alone, but they have combined to create the company symbol. I mean, these are major corporations, but I think that is the best strategy for a legitimate, professional look.

This will be mostly for a jeweler's stamp, the kind that leave an imprint on the inside of a ring. So, if we add the name they'd be no way we could fit it on the stamp or be legible on the ring

Now, for the larger logos we'll have the name there also so don't worry, heh

Oh, and thanks everyone for the replies!! Keep 'em coming!

[Rio_Kohitsuji]

Originally Posted by valkyrie

My choice would depend on what type of customer you're trying to attract. With a name like "The Vulcan Forge," my guess would be that you want to appeal to a Ren Faire/sci fi/D&D kind of person, and so I'd say 10 or 11 would be a good choice. Personally, and I don't think I'm your target consumer, I think 5 is cool as hell. It's kind of retro/stylish/simple/classic/beat/whatever. 7, 8, and 9 look too much like Van Halen.

I also disagree with shinerbock, because apparently that's my new hobby. Seriously, though, a logo can be more than enough in the fashion world -- see Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Kate Spade, etc.

Haha! Actually the D&D-er's aren't our target audience (but you did give me something to think about...). Our target will be male 25-35 (heck, older too!) who are scared to death of the typical jewelry store atmosphere. Right now we're only focusing on engagement rings that are heavy in the customization and light on cost. Why it's the Vulcan is do to the myth and also due to he does all his work in a homemade outdoor kiln, I don't know how else to describe it except for badass, heh.

[AlphaFrog]

9 & 12 have that artsy-kind of feel to me.