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Wiffle Bat Yellow Color
The color yellow in connection with plastic bats (“Wiffle Bat Yellow”) is a trademark of The Wiffle Ball, Inc. Believe it or not, Wiffle® Ball was originally played with wooden bats. In 1960 the first plastic bat featuring the Wiffle Bat Yellow color was introduced with a smooth handle having black electrical tape wrapped around it.
Starbucks Cup Trade Dress
The Starbucks cup and logo has changed over the years. The early cups were relatively simple, with the original brown Starbucks logo featuring a twin-tailed siren. The simplicity of the design was reflective of the company’s small-scale operations at the time.
Law & Order Dun-Dun Sound
Officially known as “The Clang” and sometimes also referred to by fans as “Chung-Chung,” the "Dun-Dun" sound on Law & Order was created by Mike Post, a prolific TV theme composer and sound designer, also known for his work on other successful TV shows, such as The A-Team, Hill Street Blues, and NYPD Blue.
John Deere Green and Yellow Configuration
The iconic green and yellow colors of John Deere were allegedly chosen for their symbolic connection to agriculture. As the story goes, green was chosen to symbolize the growing crops and fields, reflecting the agricultural focus of the company, and yellow was selected to represent the harvest-ready crops and the fertile soil, symbolizing the productivity and prosperity that John Deere equipment brings to farmers.
Lamborghini Scissor Doors Motion
Unlike conventional vehicle doors, the Lamborghini® scissor doors open upwards, and close downwards, in a vertical motion. The scissor doors hinge at the front of the door, near the base of the A-pillar, and rotate vertically upwards and downwards using a complex system of hinges and gas struts to ensure smooth and controlled operation.
Tiffany HardWear Jewelry Configuration
Launched in 2017, Tiffany HardWear jewelry quickly become one of Tiffany’s signature jewelry lines. The unique shape and 3D configuration is instantly recognizable – once you see it, you know it is TIFFANY & CO.
Tiffany Blue
In 1845 the TIFFANY BLUE® color, also known as “robin's-egg blue” or “forget-me-not blue,” was chosen by Charles Lewis Tiffany for the cover of the first Blue Book, Tiffany's annual collection of handcrafted jewels.
Fiskars Orange
In 1967, Fiskars created the first plastic-handled scissors. But why did they make the plastic handles orange? Well, according to Fiskars it was merely random.
Lightsaber Sound
The iconic hum and clash of the Lightsaber® has transcended generations, captivating people of all ages. Whether it's youngsters reenacting epic battles in their backyard with sticks or fans of all ages at conventions with props, the distinctive Lightsaber Sound is a universal symbol of the Star Wars saga, sparking imagination and excitement worldwide.
Zamboni Configuration
Zamboni® ice resurfacing machines have permeated popular culture, becoming iconic symbols in ice sports and entertainment. In fact, the configuration of a Zamboni® ice resurfacing machine is now a trademark. The look of the modern and iconic Zamboni® ice resurfacing machine dates back to the late 1970s.
Non-Traditional Trademarks
A "non-traditional" trademark refers to a unique and unconventional form of trademark that goes beyond the typical words, slogans, and logos commonly associated with branding. Non-traditional trademarks include elements like colors, sounds, three-dimensional shapes, and even scents.
Jeep Seven-Slot Grille
One of the most recognizable features on a JEEP® brand vehicle is the iconic seven-slot grille, usually paired with rounded headlamps. Similar to the origin of the “JEEP” name, there is some mystery surrounding how the seven-slot grille came to be.
Play-Doh Scent
The smell that instantly brings you back to childhood (or parenthood). Anyone who has played with, or cleaned up, PLAY-DOH® putty can still remember the smell of the putty in your hands, both before and long-after touching it.