Bella Napoli Logo & Branding

Final Logo for 'Bella Napoli', a business importing and exporting authentic Italian food and drink.
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The concept combines a castle, for which the city of Naples is famous for, with the B that begins the business' title.
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This was a fun project for me as it allowed me to push my comfort zone and experiment with a style I wouldn't normally. Generally I steer clear of logos in such a pictorial style as their complexity tends to inhibit memorability. However as I grow in experience I learn more and more that there is a time and place for almost every style, and there's no doubt that the trustworthy, authentic, traditional feeling a logo like this lends is greater than if it were incredibly minimal.
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I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!