KFC International Brand Identity Standards
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KFC International Brand Identity Standards November 2006 © 2006 Yum! Restaurants International All rights reserved. This manual may not be reproduced or transmitted in whole or in part in any form or by any means, whether electronic or mechanical, including by photocopying, email, website postings or through any information storage and retrievalsystem, without prior written permission fromYum! Brands, Inc. Specific Branding Guidelines for International Markets. YRI Brand Identity Standards: N o v e m b e r 2 0 0 6 © 2006 Yum Restaurants International Welcome to the YRI Version of the KFC Brand Identity Standards Manual! This update has been created to SECTION 1.2 - SECTION 2.13 - Additions to the master logo elements overview Removal of Tilted Bucket Art in Apparel provide additional artwork and guidelines It’s Finger Lickin’ Good Script The Tilted Bucket Art is not approved tailored for International locations. KFC Delivery Logos for use internationally. KFC Express Logos If you have received a CD Classic Script SECTION 3.3 - New! or a printed copy of the June 2006 Addition of It’s Finger Lickin’ Good Script Formats Global Standards Manual, you will SECTION 2.1 - Removal of Tilted Bucket Art in SECTION 3.4 - New! want to note the highlighted updates the Master Logo Formats Addition of KFC Delivery Logos listed by Section and Page numbers The Tilted Bucket Art is not approved for use internationally. to the right. SECTION 3.5 - New! This is the modern face Addition of KFC Express Logos SECTION 2.2 - of KFC and it’s set to Signage Format Overview SECTION 4.6 - New! propel the brand forward The KFC Bright Red halo is now optional on signage. Addition of 3M Signage Colour Matching Samples into the 21st century. Clarification on the use of Left Tilt and Right Tilt NOTES: Buckets for signage is included. Pages 2.1, 2.6, and 2.12 of the June 2006 Global SECTION 2.6 - New! Brand Identity Standards Addition of KFC Proprietary Classic Script Font should be disregarded for international use. Direct all questions to the International Marketing Team in Dallas, and to the Yum Trademarks Team. YRI Reference Manual for the Updated KFC Image 1.0 A Reference Manual for the Updated KFC Image. SECTION 1 YRI Brand Identity Standards: N o v e m b e r 2 0 0 6 © 2006 Yum Restaurants International Consistency for the Section Numbers are always listed in the KFC Logo and Trade upper right hand corner of every page. Dress Signage. SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION SECTION 3 - ADDITIONAL ELEMENTS NOTES: This manual is designed for easy 1.2 Introduction to the 2006 Updated Logo 3.1 Colonel Medallions The following topics included in the 1997 Corporate Identity access to the information needed to 1.3 Introduction to the 2006 Identity Standards 3.2 Secret 11 Medallions Standards are omitted from this publication, and are now determined by KFC Brand Divisions: reproduce the updated KFC logo. These 1.4 Important Guidelines and Restrictions 3.3 It’s Finger Lickin’ Good Script Formats 1. Corporate typography. standards ensure a consistent global 3.4 KFC Delivery Logo Formats 2. Stationery system including business cards. SECTION 2 - KFC LOGO USAGE 3. Premiums. presentation of the KFC Identity which 3.5 KFC Express Logo Formats 4. Motorway signage. is critical to the success of our brand 2.1 KFC Logo Master Formats & Colours Concerning Signage: this manual contains artwork for for these reasons: 2.2 Master Signage Formats & Colours SECTION 4 - COLOUR SPECS & DOWNLOADS signage use. Divisional signage guidelines and requirements Key signage identifies more than just 2.3 Colonel Face Tone Reproduction Guidelines 4.1 Colour Specifications and can be found in the GFP Development Standards Library Vol. IV. the location of the restaurant. It also 2.4 KFC Lettertype Formats and Colours Colour Matching Systems Any variance from the materials and standards published communicates the quality and value 2.5 Kentucky Fried Chicken Script Formats 4.2 Available Downloads at www.kfclogos.com in this manual requires prior approval. Please direct all of the brand. 2.6 KFC Proprietary Classic Script Font 4.3-5 Colour Chips inquires to your marketing leader. The logo represents the essence of the 2.7 Logo Cropping Guidelines 4.6 Signage Colour Matching Samples brand, and instills loyalty with consumers. 2.8 Important Logo Trademark Guidelines The logo is protected by Trademark 2.9 Retired Formats and other IP Laws which guard against Page Titles and Page Numbers infringement and copying the KFC concept. 2.10-11 Things Not to Do The page titles listed in this 2.12 1-Colour and Reverse Formats Table of Contents are repeated Inconsistent usage of the KFC Logo Find What You’re Looking for, in the bottom right-hand corner and Trade Dress Signage could weaken 2.13 KFC Wearables of every page. and Download Artwork. and dilute the message to consumers Page numbers contain the about the brand. Please refer back to this page to find section and page numbers. Section Number followed by a period and the page Direct all trademark questions For a complete list of electronic downloads, number of that section. to Yum Trademark Counsel in Dallas. see page 4.2 or log onto www.kfclogos.com. Table of Contents Document colours vary widely when viewed electronically or printed to office printers. Refer to page 4.1 for colour matching guidelines. 1.1 A Modernized Look for a Global Icon. SECTION 1 YRI Brand Identity Standards: N o v e m b e r 2 0 0 6 © 2006 Yum Restaurants International Why Update our Logo Now? The modernized Colonel logo has Moving Forward by Looking Back. Highlights of the Modernized Colonel Logo. been designed to have a powerful Part of what has made KFC so successful is Youthful energy. The trademark look effect on packaging, television, signage, with modern flair. a commitment to trying new things, coupled Sharp contrasts and simplified and other marketing materials. The line work make the Colonel The famous glasses, goatee with a keen respect for its core brand and image. logo now leaves an even stronger more youthful, energetic and and string tie ensure the That’s also the thinking behind the revitalized contemporary. He was only 65 most familiar face in fast food visual impression across all mediums, stays that way. Colonel Icon Design. It’s forward-thinking with when he started the franchise including 1-colour applications where and today’s 65-year-olds are Also, the Colonel now wears an appreciation for the company’s rich heritage. the previous logo was less successful. staying more active and looking a red apron, reminding younger—this logo reflects that. customers that he was more Both young and old relate to the Colonel as a The modernized logo has also been A bigger smile also makes the than just the face of Kentucky real person, and an aspiring chef. This fresh design updated to enhance the impact of the Colonel appear more friendly Fried Chicken—he was a ties us back to the heritage of the company, while and welcoming, inviting every passionate and aspiring chef refreshed, contemporary restaurant as well. bringing the brand image forward into the present. customer to stop by for a meal. designs currently being introduced A richer colour palette. in all worldwide markets. It successfully Black, white, rich reds and coexists with the current logo, subtle flesh tones give the logo a warmer appearance allowing cost-effective market It’s the modern face of with more global appeal. implementation plans. KFC and it’s set to propel These colours also allow greater flexibility for use in The design revitalizes a time-honored the brand forward into the both streetscape and consumer icon, and energizes the KFC brand. 21st century. touchpoint applications. The Colonel would have been proud of the innovation and improvements Introduction to the 2006 Updated Logo taking place at KFC today! DocumentDocument colours vary widely when viewed electronically or printed to office printers. Refer to page 4.1 for colour matching guidelines. 1.2 2006 Manual Content Overview. SECTION 1 YRI Brand Identity Standards: N o v e m b e r 2 0 0 6 © 2006 Yum Restaurants International Manual Scope. Master Logo Elements: Secondary Artwork Elements. These enhancement graphics help visually communicate and reinforce the KFC brand message by utilizing the image of the Colonel and our famous trademarked phrases. The main updates to the identity a Quick Summary. system elements presented in the Modernized Colonel Logo Kentucky Fried Chicken Script Font KFC Delivery Logo 2006 manual are as follows: 1 Find Colonel logo artwork and cropping on 2.7. 3 Complete artwork and usage guidelines are on 2.5. 6 Options for use with or without a phone number are on 3.4. Go to 2.2 for signage logo artwork and cropping. MASTER ARTWORK ELEMENTS 1. Modernized Master Logo 2. Updated KFC Lettertype SECONDARY ARTWORK ELEMENTS 3. Kentucky Fried Chicken Script Font 4. Colonel and Secret 11 Medallions 5. It’s Finger Lickin’ Good Script Font Colonel Medallion and Secret 11 Medallion artwork KFC Express Logo 6. KFC Delivery Logo 4 See 3.1-3.2 for graphic styles and cropping guidelines. 7 Find usage guiedlines on 3.5. 7. KFC Express Logo 8. Creation of the Classic Script Font. Logo and Signage Exceptions and Refreshed KFC Lettertype Inquiries. 2 Go to 2.4 for complete artwork and usage guidelines. Exceptions and inquiries related to modification of the logo should be directed to marketing leadership. Classic Script Font 8 See page 2.6 for usage guidelines.