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How to Choose a Logo That Works for 10 Years

How to Choose a Logo That Works for 10 Years

16 July 2026

Your logo needs to work today and in 10 years. Most businesses change their logo every 2-3 years because they chose something trendy instead of timeless.

Here is how to choose a logo that lasts:

  • Keep it simple. The best logos in the world are simple shapes with clean lines
  • Avoid gradients, shadows, and complex effects
  • Use no more than 2 colours
  • Make sure it works in black and white
  • Test it at small sizes (business card) and large sizes (signage)
  • Avoid trends. What looks cool today looks dated in 3 years
  • Choose a font that is clean and readable
  • Make sure your logo works on both light and dark backgrounds

A good logo is not creative for the sake of being creative. It is clear, memorable, and represents what you do. Get it designed once and use it for a decade.

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