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Logo design, what makes a logo an effective logo?

There are many aspects to consider when it comes to logo design. Because the logo sees many forms of usage you need to make sure that it will behave great in all situations. It’s very possible that your logo will end on some of all these mediums: website, business cards, stationery, t-shirts, large banners, car decals etc. Not all mediums are created equal so the logo design should be as flexible as possible.
Here are some simple rules for a successful logo design:
1. Less is more. This usually applies to all graphic design areas but I think it’s paramount to keep this in mind when it comes to logo design. Don’t crowd the design. The logo is your interface to the world so try to create a powerful image with as little pieces as possible.
2. The logo should work well in all sizes. From business cards to billboards, your logo should be easy to recognize.
3.Should be appropriate for your business. I know that there is a lot of temptation to go to a $50 logo website and get one from there. I can’t stress enough what a bad move this would be. Let’s imagine that you have an important business meeting. Would you go to that wearing clothes from the 99 cents store? Your logo is the first impression you make so don’t make the mistake of underestimating the importance of a custom logo design.
4.Your logo should stand out from the crowd. If you really want to be successful as a business you should do your best to project a professional appearance. A beautiful font or a trendy mark don’t make an efficient logo.

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