Here are some types of logo that most graphic designers are doing to make your company name more attractive.
Type on Path
Here some logos that put type on the path specifically type around the circle. This type of logo are commonly used in college and university logos. Some of the very successful companies are also using this type of logo like Starbucks, BMW and converse all star.
Examples: CNN, LEGO and SEGA
Outline
Here are some famous logos that use outline or stroke type were the color of the outline letter is different from the letter shape themselves or where the letters are shadowed.
Examples: CONVERSE, BMW and STARBUCKS
Transparent Here we have an example of logo that use transparency
Example: EBAY
Initial
Some example of logos that use as the main essential element the initial, or initial letter of the company name.
Examples: ADOBE, MOTOROLA, MTV and NEW BALANCE
Lines
here are some famous logos that use lines
Examples: AT&T, LEE and VIRGIN
Shapes
Here are some logos that use different shapes on their logos
Examples: OLYMPIC LOGO, HSBC and ORAL-B
Abstract
Here are sample of logos that use abstract symbols to easily recognize or identify your business.
Web 2.0
This is the latest trend in logo design. The logo have a modern look and also have some transparency and reflection.
Examples: BLINKLIST, BOX, SKYPE, FLICKR, TECHNORATI, YOUTUBE, BASECAMP, YAHOO, BLOGGER, DIGG, GOOGLE, TECHCRUNCH, SQUIDOO, WORDPRESS, and STUMBLEUPON
Commonly Used Types of Logo