Principles of Flag Design

Good Flag Design

You may have heard or seen the term, Vexillology before. Vexillology is simply the "study of flags." There are thousands and thousands of people around the world who are intereseted in vexillology and these people have formed organizations. In our opinion, one of the most important results from the study of flags is the answer to the question, "What constitutes good flag design?"

When we look at the state flags, we see a wide variation in flag design. Some flags make little impression on us. Others are memorable and seem to celebrate the state to which they belong. The North American Vexillological Association defines five principles of good flag design.

The Five Basic Principles of Flag Design

Keep It Simple
The flag should be so simple that a child can draw it from memory.
Use Meaningful Symbolism
The flag�s images, colors, or patterns should relate to what it symbolizes.
Use 2�3 Basic Colors
Limit the number of colors on the flag to three, which contrast well and come from the standard color set.
No Lettering or Seals
Never use writing of any kind or an organization�s seal.
Be Distinctive or Be Related
Avoid duplicating other flags, but use similarities to show connections.

Further details about these five principles may be studied here at the North American Vexillological Association. Take a look. We think you'll find these principles very interesting. Who knows? You may end up becoming a vexillologist!

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Good Flag Design

The Five Basic Principles of Flag Design

Keep It Simple

Use Meaningful Symbolism

Use 2�3 Basic Colors

No Lettering or Seals

Be Distinctive or Be Related