Elevate Logo to Feminine, Iconic Status

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ONLY ACCEPTING FILES FROM ADOBE! DONT SEND ANY AI, I WILL NOT CHOOSE YOU. MUST PROVIDE SCREENSHOT OF DESIGN ON ADOBE FOR PROOF. Logo Redesign Contest – Austin Retro Inspired Brand Identity I'm looking for a talented designer to completely reimagine my current logo for **Rose Gold Media** into something inspired by Austin's iconic retro culture. The logo should feel bold, creative, nostalgic, and instantly recognizable while reflecting the personality of a modern media agency. Brand Vision The logo should feel: * **Authentic Austin Retro:** Inspired by vintage Austin signage, old-school motels, classic neon, independent coffee shops, local music venues, vintage screen-print posters, and the timeless charm of South Congress and East Austin. * **Creative & Bold:** A logo that feels artistic, confident, and full of personality—not overly corporate or generic. * **Modern Meets Vintage:** Blend classic retro influences with a clean, professional execution that works across digital and print. * **Social Media Friendly:** Designed to stand out on Instagram, TikTok, websites, apparel, stickers, and branded merchandise. * **Timeless & Memorable:** Instantly recognizable with custom typography that can become the face of the brand. Design Direction Typography I want typography to be the hero of the design. Think: * Vintage Austin-inspired lettering * Retro script or bold custom lettering * Hand-crafted sign painting influences * Mid-century or 70s-inspired typography * Thick lettering with subtle depth, shadows, or dimensional effects The typography should feel custom—not something that looks like it came from a font library. ### Graphic Elements Please keep graphic elements minimal and intentional. You may incorporate: * A subtle camera icon * Creative digital marketing elements such as abstract nodes or connected shapes * Vintage badge or emblem styling * Simple line work inspired by retro Austin signage **Please do NOT include:** * Hearts * Stars * Sparkles * Overly trendy Y2K graphics * Clip art or stock-style icons Color Direction: Think timeless, earthy, and inspired by Austin's creative culture. Suggested palette: * Deep charcoal * Black * Warm cream * Ivory * Burnt orange * Rust * Olive green * Mustard * Rich copper * Metallic rose gold accents (used sparingly) The logo should also look exceptional in: * Flat black * Flat white * One-color applications Layout: I'd love to see: * Centered badge concepts * Stacked layouts * Horizontal versions * Standalone icon/monogram * Designs that work equally well as storefront signage, stickers, apparel, social icons, and business cards. Deliverables: * Primary logo (Rose Gold Media) * Alternate logo variations * Monogram/Icon version (RGM or RM) * Horizontal and stacked layouts * Full color, black, and white versions * Social media profile icon * Favicon Final Files Required!!!! Vector: * AI (adobe illustrator) * EPS * SVG * PDF Raster: * PNG (transparent) * JPG Additional: * Website and social media optimized sizes * Brand color palette (HEX, RGB, CMYK) * Font names and usage guidelines Contest Rules!! NO AI GENERATED WORK!! I CAN TELL. * All submissions must be original, custom, and fully vectorized. * Winning designer must provide clean, editable layered source files. What Will Win!! I'm looking for a logo that feels like it belongs on a vintage Austin storefront, an independent record shop, or a creative agency with deep local roots. The winning design will combine custom typography, retro charm, and modern professionalism into a brand identity that's memorable, versatile, and unmistakably Austin. Important Design Notes!! The inspiration should come from **Austin's retro creative culture and vintage design style**, **not** from recognizable landmarks or tourist imagery. **Please do NOT include:** * The words **"Austin"** or **"Austin, Texas"** * The Texas state outline * The Capitol building * Bats, longhorns, cacti, cowboy hats, boots, guitars, or other stereotypical Texas imagery * Skylines or recognizable Austin landmarks * Hearts * Stars * Sparkles * Overly trendy Y2K graphics * Clip art or stock-style icons Instead, capture the **feeling** of Austin through bold custom typography, vintage-inspired color palettes, retro signage influences, and an artistic, independent creative vibe. The logo should feel timeless and unique without relying on obvious Texas symbols.

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Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Branding

Graphic Design

Illustrator

Logo Design

Photoshop

Typography

Vector Design

Visual Design

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No spam, self-promotion or advertisement is permitted.

Mohsin K.

@mohsinkhan49

2 days ago

I saw your message regarding my entry (#1235). However, you rejected my entry. I’ve already turned off my laptop, so I’ll send you the editable link tomorrow morning. If you can message me in the private chat, I’ll make any changes you want exactly as you request.

Contest Holder

2 days ago

I have updated the description based off the entries I've received.

S M A.

@webgraphic1984

2 days ago

More than 15 years in Graphic Design. Please see my entry #290 and #294

Laraib S.

@laraibshah6666

2 days ago

CHAT IN PRIVATE I WILL SHOW THE DESIGNS TO YOU

Aldian Nur C.

@aldiannur03

5 days ago

Dear contest holder, please be careful of the many fake designers who submit AI results here. the average entry that has been submitted is the result of AI ARE THERE NO REAL DESIGNERS HERE THAT RELY ON CREATIVITY? THERE ARE TOO MANY FAKE DESIGNERS WHO DON'T HAVE ANY CREATIVITY AND RELY ONLY ON AI-GENERATED LOGOS IT'S ANNOYING TO DEAL WITH FAKE DESIGNERS WHO USE GARBAGE DESIGNS FROM AI TO BE ABLE TO COMPETE FAIRLY HERE Please be careful, many entries are AI generated. Most entries here are the result of AI.

Carl H.

@HeatonBDesign

5 days ago

CH, stay vigilant, most of what you'll see submitted is going to be AI generated, as high as 99% AI. These scammers throw HUNDREDS of AI images into the mix, but you can pick them out. Watch for entries being posted all at once in a suspicious rush. A hand crafted design genuinely takes time to produce, so a string of different entries appearing within minutes of each other just isn't realistic. The fastest way to expose them is to click on any entry and use the "See All" button to view their full posting pattern and see just how rapidly they're submitting. ALWAYS CLICK SEE ALL. I can not say this strongly enough, every entry you're even tempted by, SEE ALL. ALSO PLEASE NOTE!!! AI-generated images don't carry copyright protection, meaning any third party could copy the design without consequence, potentially causing legal disputes over ownership or usage rights in the future.

Laraib S.

@laraibshah6666

4 days ago

CHAT IN PRIVATE

Ghulam Q.

@AnsariEdits45

4 days ago

Kindly check my submitted entries #1111 #1112 #1113 and let me know if you need any changes in it.

Faysal Ahmmed A.

@dxfaisal8

5 days ago

#1044

Naina -.

@Nainabadsiwal2

5 days ago

Hy please check my entry #1019 Here's my custom concept for Rose Gold Media, designed with a dreamy Y2K/90s retro aesthetic, featuring bold custom-style bubble typography, a soft rose gold and pastel palette, and integrated camera/digital marketing elements to reflect your creative agency. The design is built to be memorable, social-media friendly, and scalable across branding applications. This is 100% original artwork created specifically for your brief and is not copied from your references—they were only used as inspiration for the overall vibe. If selected, I'm happy to refine any details to perfectly match your vision, including typography, colors, icon placement, layout, or any other adjustments until you're completely satisfied. Your feedback is always welcome, and I'll make sure the final design aligns exactly with your requirements.