Cowboy Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 As the official "Mikey" on the board, I have to say that I like it, at least the Billiken himself. I'm confused about the logotype -- was that weirdo retro cursive one for real? Are there multiple logotypes? And the U. logo is a very nice refresh. Did Gus pronounce "fleur de lis" correctly? (Aw, I have to give him a pass on that one. I'd bet that >90% of this board doesn't know how to pronounce "fleur de lis." ) -he couldn't get Jon Smiff correct and you want him to get a French phrase?? if ever there was a call for them, this calls for Warning Points Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billiken Law Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 Looks likes the same firm that designed the new Billiken logo modeled it on that powerhouse Holy Names in Oakland. http://www.hnuhawks.com/landing/index My wife said it best: "I don't hate it." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old guy Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 OK, let's analyze the dominant anthropomorphic fetures of the new Billiken, which I do like so this is not intended as a put down on the Billiken or SLU. The new Billiken has as salient features a strong jaw with a smile which are the dominating features of the ensemble. These features denote strength (stubbornness?) and friendliness. However these features may also denote someone who may talk incessantly (the mouth is the main feature), like my ex mother in law. The open eye has a certain look of amusement to it, the closed eye is closed; maybe this is a wink, maybe there is no eye (doubtful, there would be a patch there if there was no eye). The pointy ears are elfish and large, this creature will hear all that is said around it. Together with the large jaw and mouth this may be a combo indicative of gossip. There is a tuft of rebellious hair on top of the head. And, the brain is very small, not to call it miniscule. MMMHH, talks a lot, gossips, is amused and is woefully equipped to think, certainly not deep thoughts. Voila! the new Billiken is a charicature of our culture. Lots of tweeting, not much thought involved. Not impressive from a higher education point of view, but certainly friendly looking and familiar or acceptable to vast numbers of people out there. I think it will be a successful logo. As a final thought, my wife thinks the new Billiken is scarier than the old one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMouthBilliken Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 Wish Pestello would have announced an exclusive deal with Nike. Hopefully they get rid of all the other random brand items Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMouthBilliken Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 Also, how do people feel about the removal of "ad majorem Dei gloriam?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe_davola Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 OK, let's analyze the dominant anthropomorphic fetures of the new Billiken, which I do like so this is not intended as a put down on the Billiken or SLU. The new Billiken has as salient features a strong jaw with a smile which are the dominating features of the ensemble. These features denote strength (stubbornness?) and friendliness. However these features may also denote someone who may talk incessantly (the mouth is the main feature), like my ex mother in law. The open eye has a certain look of amusement to it, the closed eye is closed; maybe this is a wink, maybe there is no eye (doubtful, there would be a patch there if there was no eye). The pointy ears are elfish and large, this creature will hear all that is said around it. Together with the large jaw and mouth this may be a combo indicative of gossip. There is a tuft of rebellious hair on top of the head. And, the brain is very small, not to call it miniscule. MMMHH, talks a lot, gossips, is amused and is woefully equipped to think, certainly not deep thoughts. Voila! the new Billiken is a charicature of our culture. Lots of tweeting, not much thought involved. Not impressive from a higher education point of view, but certainly friendly looking and familiar or acceptable to vast numbers of people out there. I think it will be a successful logo. As a final thought, my wife thinks the new Billiken is scarier than the old one. I disagree. The Billiken is a deep thinker. He is also wiser than you, Old Guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old guy Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 Joe, he may well be a deep thinker, and quite likely wiser than me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billikenfan05 Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 Also, how do people feel about the removal of "ad majorem Dei gloriam?"Didn't even notice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB73 Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 This is much better than the Grinch mascot, a weird, goofy thing, or the original, pudgy, Buddah type Billiken. The new one is strong, smiles at you while he kicks your ass. It is tough to win a game when your uniform has something on it that looks like it would be pushed around, bullied. I like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billikenfan05 Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 Free decals at rally house Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillikenBarrister Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 Like many others I don't hate the new university logo. I didn't dislike the old one, but "clean lines" is all the rage these days. As for the Billiken, it's certainly not as bad as could have been, but that's not saying much. To me it seems like change only for change sake, and also not particularly original. Does anyone else think the new Billiken logo looks way too much like the TCU mascot? All in all, SLU is yet another causality in the long line of college "rebranding" efforts but Nike and others. Mercifully the damage here was minimal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Box and Won Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 Also, how do people feel about the removal of "ad majorem Dei gloriam?" Don't care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quality Is Job 1 Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 I like the new design. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billboy1 Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 It sucks-if it ain't broke leave it alone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billikenfan05 Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 It was broke though. I believe the new logo will look much better on clothing and in turn lead to more people buying gear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiseOfTheBillikens Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 It sucks-if it ain't broke leave it alone!The old logo was broke... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiseOfTheBillikens Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 It was broke though. I believe the new logo will look much better on clothing and in turn lead to more people buying gear. I already bought new gear. I agree completely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheChosenOne Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 It was broke though. I believe the new logo will look much better on clothing and in turn lead to more people buying gear. I agree that a new logo was needed and is a good thing, but I won't buy more gear than in the past based solely on the new logo. Hopefully the new logo leads to new/better options though, that could lead to me buying more SLU gear. Is there anywhere to get clothing with vintage Billiken logos like the one with the crown? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMouthBilliken Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 http://www.fanatics.com/COLLEGE_Saint_Louis_Billikens_Mens/Saint_Louis_Billikens_Cure_T-Shirt_-_Royal_Blue I've stared at this for 10 minutes and still don't know what the hell it means. Anyone figure it out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old guy Posted November 15, 2015 Share Posted November 15, 2015 I think it means that a lot of school colors include red and black. SLU has a cure for this Blue and white. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheA_Bomb Posted November 15, 2015 Share Posted November 15, 2015 http://www.fanatics.com/COLLEGE_Saint_Louis_Billikens_Mens/Saint_Louis_Billikens_Cure_T-Shirt_-_Royal_Blue I've stared at this for 10 minutes and still don't know what the hell it means. Anyone figure it out? Pretty sure it's a micro aggression and Pestello and the Pope will be forced to step down by Concerned Students 1818. Or maybe just anti UD? Really is a dumb shirt, for once I agree with you. I do advocate sharia law penalties for anyone that wears this in public Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianstl Posted November 15, 2015 Share Posted November 15, 2015 Pretty sure it's a micro aggression and Pestello and the Pope will be forced to step down by Concerned Students 1818. Or maybe just anti UD? Really is a dumb shirt, for once I agree with you. I do advocate sharia law penalties for anyone that wears this in public Why you violating his safe space? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
majerus mojo Posted November 15, 2015 Share Posted November 15, 2015 Pretty sure it's a micro aggression and Pestello and the Pope will be forced to step down by Concerned Students 1818. Or maybe just anti UD? Really is a dumb shirt, for once I agree with you. I do advocate sharia law penalties for anyone that wears this in public Died Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextYearBill Posted November 15, 2015 Share Posted November 15, 2015 its a rip off of the memphis grizzlies logo...... i love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billboy1 Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 The old logo was broke... Not a majority opinion. Not a lot of support for the new logo. Who made the decision. Looks like a poor 3Dprinter production. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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