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Hey there, logo enthusiasts! We sincerely hope you've had your daily dose of coffee because we're about to take a wild ride through the weird and wacky world of logo design fails (I mean, who doesn’t like funny things?). So Pandas, strap in, because we're about to showcase some examples where designers took 'thinking outside the box' a little too literally.

#1

Vermont Maple Syrup Logo

Vermont Maple Syrup Logo

manfredaman Report

#2

South Dakota’s Logo For A New Anti-Meth Campaign

South Dakota’s Logo For A New Anti-Meth Campaign

adamhasabeard Report

#3

Ordered Jordan's Online. Got Fake Ones, Jordan Logo Has An A*s Crack. Wtf Lol

Ordered Jordan's Online. Got Fake Ones, Jordan Logo Has An A*s Crack. Wtf Lol

Hunchmine Report

But how do these unfortunate logos come to be, you may wonder? And more puzzling, how do they get past marketing teams and into the public eye? Well, usually one of the main reasons these logo fails occur is due to lack of research and planning. A well-designed logo requires a deep understanding of the brand, its values, target audience, industry trends, and things alike.

#4

iSmart's Logo Really Thew Me For A Second

iSmart's Logo Really Thew Me For A Second

TinaTeaspoon Report

#5

Not The Greatest Logo

Not The Greatest Logo

1aappyy Report

#6

An Unfortunate Logo For A Fitness Center

An Unfortunate Logo For A Fitness Center

Dingwallace Report

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It's not just about creating something visually pleasing (well, in the case of this post, perhaps this shouldn't be applied); it's about creating something that accurately represents the business and resonates with its consumers. When these factors aren't considered, you end up with logos that seem simply absurd or just highly inappropriate in context...

#7

Unfortunate Placement Of The Facebook Logo

Unfortunate Placement Of The Facebook Logo

tanghel Report

#8

Logo Of My Local Doctor's Office

Logo Of My Local Doctor's Office

tlvrtm Report

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#9

Don't Overthink This, It's Just A Handball Club Logo

Don't Overthink This, It's Just A Handball Club Logo

tarandfeathers Report

Of course, another case for failure may be due to the design being reviewed in isolation without considering how it might be perceived in the real world, or it might be that those reviewing the logo are too close to the project to see potential problems. Like when you are working on something for such a long time that your perception of it becomes frazzled (especially if you don't get feedback on it).

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#10

The Logo For The 1973 Archdiocese Youth Commission

The Logo For The 1973 Archdiocese Youth Commission

Krackajak_78 Report

#11

This Store Is Called Jupiter, Their Logo Is The Moon

This Store Is Called Jupiter, Their Logo Is The Moon

GaraMind Report

#12

"Yes, A Hanged Family Would Make A Great Logo For Our Company"

"Yes, A Hanged Family Would Make A Great Logo For Our Company"

refeer Report

So Pandas, with all of that out of the way, tell us, which of the failed design logo was your favorite and why? We will be looking forward to your answers both under the photos and the post itself.

And remember, even if something doesn't turn out perfect on the first try, it's always possible to learn from the mistakes of others and make necessary adjustments. As these examples show, even the best of us can fail at times when working on something for far too long...

#13

This Logo Of A Turkish Water Brand. It Obviously Sucks

This Logo Of A Turkish Water Brand. It Obviously Sucks

sercan35 Report

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#14

This Logo Design!!

This Logo Design!!

FaustoYoshihara Report

#15

Logo For A Children’s Hospital. Right Side Up Is A Man Juggling/Playing With Kids. Upside Down Is An Angry Man Stomping On Kids

Logo For A Children’s Hospital. Right Side Up Is A Man Juggling/Playing With Kids. Upside Down Is An Angry Man Stomping On Kids

bb_or_not_bb Report

#16

Your Logo Designer Is Still Laughing

Your Logo Designer Is Still Laughing

1morepic_really Report

#17

I Just Feel Like Someone Should’ve Noticed How Bad The Logo Is

I Just Feel Like Someone Should’ve Noticed How Bad The Logo Is

reddit.com Report

#18

This Dentist's Choice Of Logo Near My House

This Dentist's Choice Of Logo Near My House

krukemeyer Report

#19

This Logo Of Czech Sausage Company

This Logo Of Czech Sausage Company

RadyoP Report

#20

This Church Near My House Should Probably Rethink Their Logo

This Church Near My House Should Probably Rethink Their Logo

bcain204 Report

#21

The Unfortunate Logo Of A Florists Near Me. I've Been Calling It Std's For Years. It's Sid's

The Unfortunate Logo Of A Florists Near Me. I've Been Calling It Std's For Years. It's Sid's

Cupnooble Report

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#22

This Is The Logo From A Local Dispensary

This Is The Logo From A Local Dispensary

TulsaIsMyCountry Report

#23

The Logo For My Son’s IT Class At School

The Logo For My Son’s IT Class At School

WarrenZevonsSkull Report

#24

Probably The Worst Logo I've Ever Seen. It's For A Plastic Surgeon

Probably The Worst Logo I've Ever Seen. It's For A Plastic Surgeon

Phedericus Report

#25

"Cass Toys" Didn't Think Their Logo Design Through Too Well

"Cass Toys" Didn't Think Their Logo Design Through Too Well

cthulhuscock Report

#26

This Horrific Logo

This Horrific Logo

reddit.com Report

#27

This New Sushi Restaurant Logo Has A Racist Cra*py Design

This New Sushi Restaurant Logo Has A Racist Cra*py Design

MrsSanedunk Report

#28

This Kids Society Logo... The Bullet Holes Are An Interesting Touch

This Kids Society Logo... The Bullet Holes Are An Interesting Touch

clarkj1988 Report

#29

Logo Is Having A Bad Case Of Diarrhea

Logo Is Having A Bad Case Of Diarrhea

LordGhoul Report

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#30

This Bank Logo In My Hometown

This Bank Logo In My Hometown

calumstevenson7 Report

#31

Ontario’s Logo (Trillium Flower) Looks Like 3 Dudes In A Hot Tub

Ontario’s Logo (Trillium Flower) Looks Like 3 Dudes In A Hot Tub

GDML Report

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

3 dudes chilling in a hot tub, not 6 feet apart, might be gay.

two-sided llama
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

three guys chilling in the hot tub, five feet apart because they're not gay

Jack Handy
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is actually the new logo. Like many logo updates, the old version was better.

crowspectre (he/they)
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I see trillium but that's only cause as a seattlite obsessed with native plants I get really excited about them

ola wilczek
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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

3 bros chilling in a hot tub. 5 feet apart cause they're not gay

Angela C
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

3 dudes chilling in a hot tub 5 ft apart cuz they're not gay

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#32

Someone Paid Money For This To Be Their Sign And Logo/Mascot. I’m Convinced This Is Drug Lord’s Money Laundering Business

Someone Paid Money For This To Be Their Sign And Logo/Mascot. I’m Convinced This Is Drug Lord’s Money Laundering Business

SoDakZak Report

#33

This Pet Supplies Company's Logo Is Meant To Depict A Cat And A Dog, But What I See Is A Dead Bird

This Pet Supplies Company's Logo Is Meant To Depict A Cat And A Dog, But What I See Is A Dead Bird

sentient_salami Report

#34

Business Center Logo Looks Like A Guy Taking A Dump

Business Center Logo Looks Like A Guy Taking A Dump

bernardo15 Report

#35

They Really Need A New Logo

They Really Need A New Logo

ForeverInaDaze Report

#36

Then Why Use The Recyclable Logo?

Then Why Use The Recyclable Logo?

kimmbahley Report

#37

Russian Bread Company Logo. Literally Cra**y Design

Russian Bread Company Logo. Literally Cra**y Design

WildWasteland42 Report

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#38

My School's Logo Looks Like A Crying Face

My School's Logo Looks Like A Crying Face

raviioli Report

#39

Quite A Bizarre Logo

Quite A Bizarre Logo

SupraPseudo Report

#40

This Logo Of A Bird Also Looks Like A Character Wearing A Hat Puking

This Logo Of A Bird Also Looks Like A Character Wearing A Hat Puking

bunsharu Report

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#41

Rodent Logo With Teeth Coming Out Of It's Nose Instead Of Mouth

Rodent Logo With Teeth Coming Out Of It's Nose Instead Of Mouth

the_local_hobo Report

#42

This Disability Logo

This Disability Logo

iam4real Report

#43

This Backpack Logo

This Backpack Logo

rubbersoul121 Report

#44

This Logo Design By Square Enix

This Logo Design By Square Enix

Groenboys Report

#45

The Logo For Wheelchair Rugby Looks Like A Guy Falling Off A Wheelchair

The Logo For Wheelchair Rugby Looks Like A Guy Falling Off A Wheelchair

LilNebo_ Report

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#46

Childcare Logo Looks Like XXX

Childcare Logo Looks Like XXX

TuxedoFloorca Report

#47

This Kindergarten Logo

This Kindergarten Logo

esn97 Report

#48

The Brazilian Cinematheque Logo

The Brazilian Cinematheque Logo

ColdSunnyMorning Report

#49

What Does This Logo Even Say?

What Does This Logo Even Say?

SindreSand Report

#50

The New Logo Of My University

The New Logo Of My University

xShiigerun Report

#51

Client: So For My Logo I Want A Bird, The Moon, And A Toilet. Designer: I Mean Ok, But Are You Sure, It'll Look A Bit Odd? Client: Yes

Client: So For My Logo I Want A Bird, The Moon, And A Toilet. Designer: I Mean Ok, But Are You Sure, It'll Look A Bit Odd? Client: Yes

ianjaynorris1981 Report

#52

I Love Eating At Restaurant Logo Here

I Love Eating At Restaurant Logo Here

vaguevisibility Report

#53

Hp New Logo Can Be Either Hp Or Bp Or Lqi Or Lip

Hp New Logo Can Be Either Hp Or Bp Or Lqi Or Lip

Maax42_ Report

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#54

I Always Thought My Old High School's Logo Was An Abomination. (It's Supposed To Read Bhs)

I Always Thought My Old High School's Logo Was An Abomination. (It's Supposed To Read Bhs)

YahooAnswersUser Report

#55

This Graphic Design Company Sabotaged Themselves From The Very Start With One Of The Worst Logos Of All Time

This Graphic Design Company Sabotaged Themselves From The Very Start With One Of The Worst Logos Of All Time

Pontifff Report

#56

New England Airways’ Logo Just Looks Like Paint Chipping Off The Tail

New England Airways’ Logo Just Looks Like Paint Chipping Off The Tail

ThatOneGayDJ Report

#57

Saw This Terrifying Logo Today

Saw This Terrifying Logo Today

swimking413 Report

#58

If Only There Was A Letter In The Logo That Looked Like A Dollar $ign

If Only There Was A Letter In The Logo That Looked Like A Dollar $ign

unbuckledbren Report

#59

"Let’s Put The Logos Behind The Buttons"

"Let’s Put The Logos Behind The Buttons"

ljungqvistaxel Report

#60

The New Logo For Arhus University

The New Logo For Arhus University

fredo3579 Report

#61

Instead Of Using The University’s Logo To Replace The “C” In Central, They Just Kind Of Threw It On There

Instead Of Using The University’s Logo To Replace The “C” In Central, They Just Kind Of Threw It On There

xFly1ngPengu1nx Report

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#62

This Logo Is Actually Kind Of Sad

This Logo Is Actually Kind Of Sad

reddit.com Report

#63

Youtube Sports Logo Looks Like Biohazard Warning Logo

Youtube Sports Logo Looks Like Biohazard Warning Logo

PsykoloGG Report

#64

The 1928 Nfl Champion Providence Steam Rollers Logo

The 1928 Nfl Champion Providence Steam Rollers Logo

feetandballs Report

#65

This Idiotic Logo For An Eyewear Store. Music Notes? What?

This Idiotic Logo For An Eyewear Store. Music Notes? What?

reddit.com Report

#66

The Clothing Company “Stay Wear” Encourages People To Stay Who They Are... And Uses The The Mathematical Symbol For Change In Their Logo

The Clothing Company “Stay Wear” Encourages People To Stay Who They Are... And Uses The The Mathematical Symbol For Change In Their Logo

DR4G0N_4RMY Report

#67

I Hate This Logo So Muc H…

I Hate This Logo So Muc H…

LeifSized Report

#68

My Hometown’s New Logo Which Cost Them $97,000

My Hometown’s New Logo Which Cost Them $97,000

eilsna Report

#69

When A 6 Year Old Designs Your "Signature" Logo

When A 6 Year Old Designs Your "Signature" Logo

liquidtension10s Report

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#70

Actual Logo For A Mexican Restaurant In My Town

Actual Logo For A Mexican Restaurant In My Town

OnionTuck Report

#71

The Actual Logo Of A School Near Me

The Actual Logo Of A School Near Me

MagL33To Report

#72

The Most Redundant Logo Ever? Baked Goodies Were Delicious Though

The Most Redundant Logo Ever? Baked Goodies Were Delicious Though

AnalFissureSmoothie Report

#73

My Glasses Have An Oakley’s Logo In The Bottom Left Lens. I Frequently Think There Is A Smudge On My Glasses, But Nope!

My Glasses Have An Oakley’s Logo In The Bottom Left Lens. I Frequently Think There Is A Smudge On My Glasses, But Nope!

GallifreyanPrydonian Report

#74

Putting Your Brown Logo On White Shoes

Putting Your Brown Logo On White Shoes

tofuwa Report

#75

Gin Ooo Ng - Even Trying I Can't Make This Logo Work

Gin Ooo Ng - Even Trying I Can't Make This Logo Work

nklv Report

#76

Let's Try The Logo Upside Down, It's Gonna Be So Edgy

Let's Try The Logo Upside Down, It's Gonna Be So Edgy

fromITroom Report

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#77

A Logo Including A Globe Where Greenland, Iceland And The UK Have Decided To Fly Away Into The Arctic

A Logo Including A Globe Where Greenland, Iceland And The UK Have Decided To Fly Away Into The Arctic

doxysqrl410 Report

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#78

Stutterstock's Logo Looks Better Than Ours Anyway

Stutterstock's Logo Looks Better Than Ours Anyway

smksmk Report

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#79

Crappy Website Logo

Crappy Website Logo

Hamster-Pants Report

#80

Cafe Logo: Halfcup Brunch

Cafe Logo: Halfcup Brunch

ATWOWAYMIRROR Report

#81

This Logo Is For A Band Called "Fade"

This Logo Is For A Band Called "Fade"

hurricane4 Report

#82

The Shoe Placement On This Local Pizza Joint Logo

The Shoe Placement On This Local Pizza Joint Logo

shebearluvsmegadeath Report

#83

If It Were Level With Karma I'd Feel Better, But There's No Way To Balance This Logo

If It Were Level With Karma I'd Feel Better, But There's No Way To Balance This Logo

Natscobaj Report

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#84

Prints Company Logo On "Transparent" Background

Prints Company Logo On "Transparent" Background

TheSameBaron Report

#85

Delivery Company Copied Their Logo Too, But From Ie And FedEx

Delivery Company Copied Their Logo Too, But From Ie And FedEx

Get9 Report

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#86

The Atheist Monument In Florida. All Of That Money Spent And Nobody Thought To Center The Logo

The Atheist Monument In Florida. All Of That Money Spent And Nobody Thought To Center The Logo

trevlacessej Report