IceCap Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 The problem is that the "native" Hawaiian flag was the Royal standard of the Kingdom of Hawaii. It's always represented the head of the Hawaiian Royal family, never the Hawaiian people as a whole. The current Hawaiian flag, whether you deem it distinctive or not, has always represented the nation (ie people) of Hawaii, be it as an independent Kingdom, Republic, or State within the American Union. The "distinctive"/"lets go with an aesthetically pleasing design" argument is nice, and I understand where you and a lot of others are coming from (this is a community that caters to people who appreciate design after all) but you cannot simply go with what looks good at the extent of history, especially when it comes to a national/state/provincial flag. The flag of Hawaii has a long history behind it, and that factors into its allure as a design. Plus it's the only flag in the world that includes the Union Jack for reasons other then having been a former British colony. That in and of itself makes it unique. Back to potential Confederate-based state flags for a moment. Some people claim that the flags of Florida and Alabama honour the design of the Confederate flag without actually using the design. Florida:Alabama:Confederate Naval Jack (most common Confederate flag used by pro-CSA groups today):Saltier aside, however, the resemblance is a stretch. Instead I find both flags to be closer o the Cross of Burgundy flag:The Cross of Burgundy flag was the flag flown by the Spanish Royal Navy, and became the flag of Spain's colonial empire. Seeing as both Florida and Alabama were part of that colonial empire, I see their choice to homage the Cross of Burgundy flag to be reasonable. I don't think you can include Florida and Alabama on a list of states whose flags are honouring the Confederacy. PotD 26/2/12 1/7/15 2020 BASS Spin the Wheel, Make the Deal Regular Season Champion 2021 BASS NFL Pick'em Regular Season Champion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronChefShark Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 ^What did this guy say? The ignore feature prevents me from reading it US state flag concepts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DookieMercury Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 States1. New Mexico2. Maryland3. Tennessee50. IllinoisCountries1. Barbados2. Argentina3. CanadaSigh, I sadly agree. The Illinois State flag is too cluttered and vacant for it's own good and worst yet has had 4 major renovations before settling on the current design. On subject.States1. Maryland2. California3. South CarolinaNational1. United Kingdom2. Brazil3. Hong Kong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBubba Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 I vote Libya:I am, of course, kidding. Nobody cares about your humungous-big signature. PotD: 29/1/12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luigi Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 I vote Libya:I am, of course, kidding. My fantasy teams: West Coast Cardinals (WRU), Glasgow Claymores (RLI) (Champions 2012) and Pemberton Foresters (VBL) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivanuska Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Maybe i'm in the minority, but I dislike our flag.I'm not unpatriotic, I'll still salute it. I just dislike the design, something about a Maple Leaf being the centrepiece, just doesn't do it for me. I guess something is better then nothing though, without it, we'd be a brighter red version of Peru.Of the designs considered in '65 I prefer the Pearson Pennant, actually. Though, to be perfectly honest, part of me really likes the old Red Ensign.This thread brought me out of anonymous lurking. I personally prefer the Red Ensign above what we have now, partly because of design and partly because of how they went about choosing the flag--most regrettable but going back is probably nigh on impossible at this point.In my travels I actually came across a Canadian flag proposal from the 1930s that I prefer to even the Red Ensign:The only change I would make would be to have red stars and not blue--or white stars on a red field. To me the North Star/Ursus Major combo that would later land on the Alaska flag is a more universal symbol for Canadians than a leaf that can only be found in the eastern half of the country. At the same time I realise that the Maple Leaf has been considered a national symbol for a long time. I don't particularly hate the maple leaf as a symbol, it just doesn't fit into my sense of patriotic pride.One criticism would be it's similarity to the flags of Australia/New Zealand. It seem to me that one of the primary historical uses for a flag would be identification in battle. Given that the Commonwealth Realms have always been allies, I don't think this holds water.Also, the Union Jack in the canton is a nod to a common history amongst the nations. All in all, while I see the need for unique flags to a point, some common elements are not a bad thing.And now, I return to my lurking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuordr Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 The Best: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-kj Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Actually, I'd call that an example of the worst sins of state flags:- Blue field w/state seal- Lots of text Buy some t-shirts and stuff at KJ Shop! KJ Branded | Behance portfolio POTD 2013-08-22 On 7/14/2012 at 2:20 AM, tajmccall said: When it comes to style, ya'll really should listen to Kev. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charger77 Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Actually, I'd call that an example of the worst sins of state flags:- Blue field w/state seal- Lots of textThats just lazy flagsmenship. PotD May 11th, 2011looooooogodud: June 7th 2010 - July 5th 2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winghaz Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Come on, nuordr. I admit my state flag (North Dakota) sucks. You need to admit yours does, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSauer21 Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 State Flags1. Colorado2. Maryland3. OhioNational Flags1. Barbados2. Kenya3. Seychelles My Website/Portfolio: jsa-designs.devianart.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Akronite- Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 My Top Ten States:10. District of Columbia- Not a state but still better than most of them.9. Alaska- Simple and cool design.8. South Carolina- Distinctive and simple.7. Colorado- I love the C, it just looks fantastic.6. Hawaii- Red, white, and blue stripes and the Union jack... Pretty awesome combo.5. Tennessee- Love the three star design.4. Maryland- Some say ugly, I say badass.3. New Mexico- Bright, simple, unique, and pretty much perfect.2. Arizona- The sunrise, the big star, and the bright colors make for an outstanding flag.1. Ohio- I'm biased but I don't care. I'm in love with the Ohio burgee. History here. But to overcome my bias I do have some backup. First of all I believe this flag is the best compliment to the American flag ever made. They go together seamlessly unlike other flags that may represent a state better on its own. But how often do you have state flags without American ones as well? Also, this flag can be 'upside down' and can be hung up sideways without losing any of its aesthetic value. In addition, the swallow-tail design makes it fantastic in the wind. I don't think Ohio is as its flag but this banner is still a proper representation of the state; between the O (Ohio and buckeye symbolism), the stars (17th state), and stripes (rivers/roads) I don't have any qualms about this flag. I'm also quite smitten with the Serapis flag. It might not seem like much but when it is flown in person I've never seen a better looking flag to be honest with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve61 Posted September 16, 2011 Share Posted September 16, 2011 I'm also quite smitten with the Serapis flag. It might not seem like much but when it is flown in person I've never seen a better looking flag to be honest with you.I question your honesty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elijas Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedSox44 Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 I wish Maine would go back to this: Beautiful, simple, unique. The only thing it could possibly need is some sort of blue stripes to represent water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camden Crazy Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 NATIONAL FLAGSWalesUruguayCroatiaGreeceSaudi Arabia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sc49erfan15 Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 I wish Maine would go back to this: Beautiful, simple, unique. The only thing it could possibly need is some sort of blue stripes to represent water.Looks good...but infringing a little bit on South Carolina there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedSox44 Posted October 14, 2011 Share Posted October 14, 2011 I wish Maine would go back to this: Beautiful, simple, unique. The only thing it could possibly need is some sort of blue stripes to represent water.Looks good...but infringing a little bit on South Carolina there. Heh, yeah. But you guys got a good design, the best from the Original 13 Colonies (that's not Maryland). Sorry we stole it, but then inexplicably replaced it with this monstrosity:It's just bad because the theme is overdone. State crest on a blue field. Yawn.The ensign of the old Maine State Navy would be a vast improvement, not only because of the simplicity of the design, but it incorporates several elements of our state (the pine tree, the anchor, the state motto). It just represents Maine really well.At this point, anything will be better than what we have right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raysox Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 bump for Kyrgyzstan @MichaelDanger19 | Dribbble Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raysfan24 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Not being biased but Ohio has the best state flag. I mean look at it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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