Evolution of the Starbucks Logo


	Evolution of the Starbucks Logo
enSue
2-27-2008 9:51 AM
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starbucks, logo, marketing, advertising, siren, evolution
enSue says:
I personally prefer the current incarnation of the circular logo featuring a closeup shot of the double tailed siren (sans breasts and navel). We shall see if, when and how the Starbucks logo continues to evolve over time.
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