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Jan 23, 2008

10 creative monogram logo designs

Here I feature 10 creative monograms for your enjoyment. If you like another that isn’t listed, please mention it by leaving a comment.

Canadian National Railway

Designed by Allan Fleming, in 1960.

conEdison
Designed by Arnell Group, in 2000. conEdison is a US-based electricity supplier.

Frost & Reed

Designed by Atelier Works, in 2006. Frost & Reed is a UK-based fine art dealer.

National Theatre
Designed by FHK Henrion, in 1971.

Newspaper Marketing Agency

Designed by SomeOne, in 2000.

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University College for the Creative Arts

Designed by Blast, in 2005.

London Symphony Orchestra

Designed by The Partners, in 2001.

Rabih Hage
Designed by Hat-Trick, in 2002. Rabih Hage is a UK-based interior designer.

Victoria & Albert Museum

Designed by Alan Fletcher, in 1989.

Formula 1
Designed by Carter Wong Tomlin, in 1994.

Logo removed after I was contacted by NetResult, telling me I was in breach of FOA (Formula One Administration) copyright. To view the
Formula 1 logo again, here’s the Google image search results for Formula One logo.

Which is your favourite?

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42 excellent comments, click here to add one

1. Tammy Lenski

Very cool new site, David! I enjoyed wandering around and will be back.

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Best for the new venture,

Tammy

Tammy Lenski’s last blog post..The conflict resolution articles vault, january 2008

Jan 25th, 2008

2. Dan Cole

Nice, I’ve always loved the F1 racing logo. It just might be my favorite logo of all time, even though it doesn’t have much to it.

Dan Cole’s last blog post..Backing Up Wordpress

Jan 25th, 2008

3. David Airey

Tammy,

Thanks for the well-wishes. I’ve been thinking about this blog launch for some time now, and I’ve finally pulled the finger out.

Dan,

I like those logos that make good use of negative space, and that’s a decent example.

Jan 25th, 2008

4. Simon

I’ll second the shout for the F1 logo. It’s probably the smartest monogram design out there. Although it is starting to look a bit dated,
I’d like to see a revised version based on the current, very clever, monogram design.

Great new site by the way David.

Simon’s last blog post..5 Websites to Save You Money

Jan 25th, 2008

5. Brian

Hi David, nice new blog!

My favorite (”favourite” for you Brits! - sorry) in that list is probably the USA network logo. Just simple yet perfectly done.

Another one of my favorites has got to the FedEx Logo…I am sad to say that I only discovered the arrow about 3 years ago.

Looking forward to enjoying many of your posts on the new blog!

Cheers.

Jan 25th, 2008

6. Zaigham

Nice site David….

Thanks for sharing such a nice post.

regards.

Zaigham’s last blog post..Do you need meaningful results instead of links, visit MetaGlossary

Jan 27th, 2008

7. David Airey

Simon,

I agree that it’d be nice to see an updated F1 version. Something for you to have a crack at perhaps?

Brian,

Glad you like the blog. The Fedex logo is a great example. Not a monogram, as above, but a great example nonetheless. Thanks for
reading.

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Zaigham,

You’re very welcome.

Jan 28th, 2008

8. Erick

Great Collection. I really like the NMA logo.

However, I don’t really get the LSO logo choice. Without knowing that its a monogram, it could easily be conceived as a drawing of
some kind (sperm came to mind).

Jan 30th, 2008

9. Beth Ellen

Way to go on the new site David. Another excellent one to add to my reader!

Jan 31st, 2008

10. Lloyd

the rh and the FR seemed forced.

Jan 31st, 2008

11. David Airey

Erick,

I didn’t quite see the sperm in the London Symphony Orchestra logo, but thanks for leaving your take on it.

Beth Ellen,

That’s great you’ll subscribe. Glad to have you as a reader.

Feb 3rd, 2008

12. knaknak

Cool Blog!

I’ve always been a fan of the F1 logo, it screams “fast”

I also think the LSO logo is awesome - very fluidic and symphony IMO.

Feb 6th, 2008

13. David Airey

Thanks Knaknak,

Glad you like.

Feb 11th, 2008

14. Grouse

The Victoria and Albert logo has to be the best! I’ve been seeing it around alot lately and I just think it’s perfect. So simple yet unique!
Which is your favourite David?

Feb 11th, 2008

15. David Airey

Grouse,

My favourite’s also the V&A logo. You have good taste.

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Feb 14th, 2008

16. Roberta Seldon

My favorites… conEdison, Newspaper Marketing Agency, and Victoria & Albert Museum. The ‘NT’ in National Theatre is too military-
ish to me, not something you would expect to see in a theatre logo.

Mar 24th, 2008

17. David Airey

Hi Roberta,

Those three you mention would probably be my three top choices too. Thanks for commenting.

Mar 24th, 2008

18. Roberta Seldon

Thanks David.

Mar 24th, 2008

19. Toby

I’ve seen the LSO logo loads of times and only recently realised that it looks like a conductor! Love it!

Apr 29th, 2008

20. David Airey

It’s good eh Toby? Thanks for dropping in.

May 2nd, 2008

21. rob russo

Of these I like Newspaper Marketing Agency (NMA) and London Symphony Orchestra (LSO). I love how LSO looks like a conductor’s
wand in action…

Of course, though not as well known, you could include my personal mark here, eh? :-)

rob russo’s last blog post..Shameless Self Promotion

May 5th, 2008

22. David Airey

Hi Rob,

Is it purely coincidence that your last blog post is about ’shameless self promotion’? ;)

May 7th, 2008

23. rob russo

Absolutely coincidental! ;)

Actually, you know that my last post was just in response to Brian’s Business Cards of Bloggers request. And while I’m REALLY trying
to tell myself to update more, my current post may be there for a bit.

I’m new at blogging, but still think it is interesting that I found Brian’s post from a link on Jacob Cass’ site. And I found Jacob thru this
site while participating in your recent Logo Design Love Awards. I was just honored to be included in the running.

Thanks again for all you do. Keep up the great work!

rob russos last blog post..Shameless Self Promotion

May 7th, 2008

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24. David Airey

You’re very welcome, Rob, and thanks for stopping by to leave your thoughts. Great to include you as a reader.

May 16th, 2008

25. Jane

The LSO conductor is genius. I love it.

May 30th, 2008

26. Frank White

On the plus side I absolutely love the Victoria & Albert Museum logo…simple, classic and timeless. I feel the same way about
University College for the Creative Arts logo. On the flip side I just dont get the London Symphony logo. I guess opinions are
subjective though

Jul 18th, 2008

27. ram

David Really I am impressed seeing your new website, its really useful.

I will also add some of your post and link back to this website, is it ok?

my website is http://www.templatesden.com which is basically for web and graphic designers.

thanks
ram

Sep 14th, 2008

28. David Airey

Frank,

Yep, there’ll always be a level of subjectiveness about design.

Ram,

No need to ask, thanks very much.

Sep 14th, 2008

29. pat taylor

The best of the group would be Mr. Fletcher’s V&A

Oct 3rd, 2008

30. scott mcclelland

I am a big fan of the Roger Federer logo. The Frost and Reed logo reminded me of it.

Oct 14th, 2008

31. David Airey

Scott,

I’ve also thought fondly of Roger’s monogram. It’s an elegant one.

Oct 17th, 2008

32. Jordan

Great collection, thanks!! I recently found this one, I think it`s worth a look too - http://zka11.com/files/scty27.jpg

Dec 11th, 2008

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33. eddy

Check out the logo for the Swedish Radio:

http://www.sr.se/

Jan 3rd, 2009

34. Peter

The London Symphony Orchestra - Logo is brilliant! It’s the LSO, a conductor and some people even say it resembles the river
thames :-D

Jan 5th, 2009

35. felipe.lv

I can’t believe the stupid reaction of NetResult/FOA… some people just can’t understand “the internets”

Jan 8th, 2009

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