Cosmic Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 To much like the Canadiens?I really like that, but it's not the Canadiens similarities I would worry about... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmic Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 Really, I think they should have played up the actual jet a little more. It's small. It's clip arty. It's just kinda there. I would have appreciated a bigger jet and a little more action in the Jet. I mean they are the Winnipeg JETS. Not the Winnipeg RCAF division team.There are only so many people out there with jets. Passenger jets are ordinary in the 21st century. I think it makes perfect sense to go with the military motif, and if you're going to go military, then shouldn't it be your own country's air force? I think the amateurish clip art thing would have been to have some hyper-detailed black and grey jet as a primary. That to me would scream "waiting to become dated". Could it use some tweaking? Sure, but I'd say it's OK now and could be really good with some touching up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwi_canadian Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 Caught the end of a news article about the new logo on CBC last night and the reporter said that the jerseys will be released some time in September...I also saw in the same article that someone thought it looked like a beer logo. I personally don't see that but to each their own I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgnmrwrw Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 @Ice_Cap:You don't need to explain the RCAF connection any more. As has been true from the start, I obviously get it. (Again, I posted a Jets concept months ago featuring an alternate sweater with the roundel on the shoulders and a crest that was based on the pilots' wings.)Your comment that The "this says RCAF more [than] Jets" argument falls flat with me because the RCAF theme is perfect for a team named after aircraft seems to miss the all important more than part. Of course the RCAF connection is appropriate (I'll even give you "perfect"). The problem I have is that they leaned way too heavily conceptually on the maple leaf imagery, while all we get is a clip-art-esque, slap-it-on afterthought, single use of the jet itself. My point has always been and continues to be that this identity essentially has misplaced priorities.You clearly did misunderstand, but that's understandable. (Bah-zing!) The obvious bottom line of this argument is that you think this is a well-conceived, effective visual brand. I think this is a hastily produced, misdirected visual brand that overemphasizes the wrong elements. That's it. HURRICANES | PANTHERS | WHITE SOX | WOLFPACK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IceCap Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 You clearly did misunderstand, but that's understandable. (Bah-zing!) The obvious bottom line of this argument is that you think this is a well-conceived, effective visual brand. I think this is a hastily produced, misdirected visual brand that overemphasizes the wrong elements. That's it.Not really, actually. I think the concept is a good one, and had the design process not been rushed I think they would have nailed it. As it is it's ok but lacking. I expect we'll see refinements in the next offseason or two. 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...
nash61 Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 To much like the Canadiens?I really like that, but it's not the Canadiens similarities I would worry about...I didn't see it at first, but now I can't un-see it. On September 20, 2012 at 0:50 AM, 'CS85 said: It's like watching the hellish undead creakily shuffling their way out of the flames of a liposuction clinic dumpster fire. On February 19, 2012 at 9:30 AM, 'pianoknight said: Story B: Red Wings go undefeated and score 100 goals in every game. They also beat a team comprised of Godzilla, the ghost of Abraham Lincoln, 2 Power Rangers and Betty White. Oh, and they played in the middle of Iraq on a military base. In the sand. With no ice. Santa gave them special sand-skates that allowed them to play in shorts and t-shirts in 115 degree weather. Jesus, Zeus and Buddha watched from the sidelines and ate cotton candy. POTD 5/24/12, POTD 2/26/17  Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackFr Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 If they go exactly with what's seen on their official website, it would look like this.It's not me who made it, though. It's somebody from HFBoards.Nice, but this is one time I definitely would have used the lace-up collar. It would look good with such a deliberately classic sweater.Man these are gorgeous. My NHL Rebrand BlogCheck it out and comment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oddball Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 The more people blast this logo, the more I like it.That's our oddball. We should all chip in and get you an Andrew Ladd jersey.Go ahead. I'd enjoy burning that jersey! Â Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charger77 Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 If they go exactly with what's seen on their official website, it would look like this.It's not me who made it, though. It's somebody from HFBoards.Nice, but this is one time I definitely would have used the lace-up collar. It would look good with such a deliberately classic sweater.Man these are gorgeous.Yeah, the logo that I originally thought was blah looks great on that jersey, I'd love to buy that white jersey! PotD May 11th, 2011looooooogodud: June 7th 2010 - July 5th 2012 Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksupilot Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 That mockup is pretty much as good as it can possibly can get with that logo set. Now let's hope True North thought along the same lines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimEOBrien Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 Here's what I came up with, though I tweaked the logosFurther details and explanation can be found here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demondg1 Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 Am I the only one that's seeing this subtle design cue? Or perhaps just coincidence... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 Am I the only one that's seeing this subtle design cue? Or perhaps just coincidence...If you have to flip the logo upside down to see it, it's just coincidence. The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigEd76 Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 Was this posted yet?that was a concept from here that a counterfeit chinese company made (concept by PHIlADELPHIAFLYERS)Another pic:I've seen this in 3 places now, including this Photoshop: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nash61 Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 Was this posted yet?that was a concept from here that a counterfeit chinese company made (concept by PHIlADELPHIAFLYERS)Another pic:I've seen this in 3 places now, including this Photoshop:The first two images you posted were from counterfeit jersey sites, and the Photoshop that you posted was the original concept from here. On September 20, 2012 at 0:50 AM, 'CS85 said: It's like watching the hellish undead creakily shuffling their way out of the flames of a liposuction clinic dumpster fire. On February 19, 2012 at 9:30 AM, 'pianoknight said: Story B: Red Wings go undefeated and score 100 goals in every game. They also beat a team comprised of Godzilla, the ghost of Abraham Lincoln, 2 Power Rangers and Betty White. Oh, and they played in the middle of Iraq on a military base. In the sand. With no ice. Santa gave them special sand-skates that allowed them to play in shorts and t-shirts in 115 degree weather. Jesus, Zeus and Buddha watched from the sidelines and ate cotton candy. POTD 5/24/12, POTD 2/26/17  Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigEd76 Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 What do the real ones look like if these aren't it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neon_Matrix Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 What do the real ones look like if these aren't it?We'll know when they release the uniforms to the public, which probably won't be till sometime around the start of the season. Because Korbyn Is Colour Blind, My Signature Is Now Idiot Proof - Thanks Again Braden!!Go Leafs Go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eRay Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 I've spent some time looking at this logo. And typing up something, then deleting it and looking again. Then typing again, then deleting. I can't settle on any one thing except this: I think the problems start on the primary with the fact that the jet had to be Silver, and the maple leaf had to be Red. The idea is a decent one that I'm glad they decided to pursue, even if they didn't have time to fully flush it out. BUT...the color issue is one that causes a problem in my head. The jet doesn't stand out enough. If the leaf could have been a lighter color (like Light Blue or a lighter Gray) and the jet could have been Red...then the jet would actually stand out. I feel like if they had proper time to brand this team, this idea would've ended up on the cutting room floor because of that problem and the designers would be left thinking, "That was a good idea, but it just didn't fit for that team." I think I'd almost prefer that they made a "Jets" script that worked as a crest, that didn't even have a jet pictured, and used the real RCAF roundel on the shoulders. Again, I don't hate their idea, I just think the time is what killed them. What they rolled out is sub-par. I can tell because even people that don't break down sports logos can easily find flaws with these logos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 Looks good on a cap.The more I see this, the more I like it. The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJTALBOT Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 I must have that hat. Everyone loves a roundel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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