Need to think of a brand name

srikarnl 10 years ago

Originally Posted by Chris Moore

Absurd clothing

Wow that is the best name ever!
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bsurb

10 years ago

There is already niftybrand.com I contacted them today and they got an offer of $ xxx, xxx so I turned away lol. I love the nifty word but I dont know if I can register that name...

Skinnyboy.com I came up with since im small and skinny. Its my clothing line and my designs but I do understand on the other half it could cause trouble if big people come across it. They would be turned away right? My clothing wouldn't necessarily be for little people.

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Alexa Smith

Banned 10 years ago

Originally Posted by bsurb

There is already niftybrand.com I contacted them today and they got an offer of $ xxx, xxx so I turned away lol. I love the nifty word but I dont know if I can register that name...

I don't know, either. (I'd want professional legal advice before trying it, myself.)

Originally Posted by bsurb

Skinnyboy.com I came up with since im small and skinny.

Aren't we all? But not all your customers will be, and it might put some off?

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John Pagulayan

10 years ago

Originally Posted by bsurb

There is already niftybrand.com I contacted them today and they got an offer of $ xxx, xxx so I turned away lol. I love the nifty word but I dont know if I can register that name...

Skinnyboy.com I came up with since im small and skinny. Its my clothing line and my designs but I do understand on the other half it could cause trouble if big people come across it. They would be turned away right? My clothing wouldn't necessarily be for little people.

Just my 2 cents...you can't try and advertise to everyone since you're not that big of a brand yet. Focus on a specific market first and make a splash before catering to all.

Trust me, it's better to turn people away and just concentrate on that 5% who understands your message than please everyone. For one thing, it makes your marketing campaign more focused.

Because advertising wise, that's a nightmare waiting to happen.

Among all those you listed, skinnyboy actually jumped out because for one, it's specific. And second, since I'm on the skinny side myself, it felt like something I would buy even if I haven't seen your marketing yet.

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travlinguy

10 years ago

Rad Rags radrags.org
Stylin' Rags stylinrags.com
Mad Rags madrags.net
Stylin' Duds stylinduds.com

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KloudStrife

10 years ago

Slimskin.com
Skidskinny
Skinnyfresh
Skipskinny

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Gambino

10 years ago

I'm not a big fan of nifty.

I'd look for a more stylish/unique/brandable brand like:

Young & Reckless
Subcrew
Flying Coffin
F***ing Awesome
Fuct
UNDFTD
a[ny]thing
Brknhome
Situationormal
Married to the Mob

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KloudStrife

10 years ago

Originally Posted by Gambino

I'm not a big fan of nifty.

I'd look for a more stylish/unique/brandable brand like:

Young & Reckless
Subcrew
Flying Coffin
F***ing Awesome
Fuct
UNDFTD
a[ny]thing
Brknhome
Situationormal
Married to the Mob

Lol thats actually awesome

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Gambino 10 years ago

Originally Posted by KloudStrife

Lol thats actually awesome

LOL I really like some of those brand names.

OP, what do you mean by lifestyle brand? What kind of lifestyle are you trying to portray with your clothing line? Rebellious? Chill? Success? Money over everything? Skate? Rock? There are millions of lifestyles.

Also, who is your target market? Teens? Young adults? College students? A mix of all three?

Those two questions will go a long way in helping you create a brand name. I'm assuming you're looking for something similar to you and your personality that you can realistically market as the owner.

Here are a few (wacky) ideas that I've been part of kicking around.

[EDITED NOW THAT I KNOW WHAT THE OP IS LOOKING FOR AND THIS MAY NOT BE THE MOST APPROPRIATE FORUM FOR ALL IDEAS]

But I'm done rambling. It'll be easier when we know what you're looking for.
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Steve B

10 years ago

Originally Posted by Gambino

I'd look for a more stylish/unique/brandable brand like:

Young & Reckless
Subcrew
Flying Coffin
F***ing Awesome
Fuct
UNDFTD
a[ny]thing
Brknhome
Situationormal
Married to the Mob

Gambino,

I realize I'm an old guy and not a part of the "street smart" generation, but to be perfectly honest, I'm disgusted by several of these domain name suggestions. Not only are they tasteless, but I'm sure there are search engines, retailers, and prospects that will want nothing to do with these "brands."

Nothing against you personally, but I find it ill-advised to build a business selling to young people around a brand that wreaks poor taste.

Just my 2 cents.

Steve

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Gambino

10 years ago

Originally Posted by Steve B

Gambino,

I realize I'm an old guy and not a part of the "street smart" generation, but to be perfectly honest, I'm disgusted by several of these domain name suggestions. Not only are they tasteless, but I'm sure there are search engines, retailers, and prospects that will want nothing to do with these "brands."

Nothing against you personally, but I find it ill-advised to build a business selling to young people around a brand that wreaks poor taste.

Just my 2 cents.

Steve

No offense taken as these aren't brand suggestions. These are or were actual brands. What I was noting, was the brand-ability of those streetwear brands.

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Steve B 10 years ago

Gambino,

Thanks for your explanation - that makes sense.

For the OP,

I stand by what I said . . . I think it is important to build your brand around something that has "class" and is in good taste. You will be taken more seriously if you present a professional and high quality image.

Steve
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bsurb

10 years ago

Thanks for the posts guys. Im going to be surrounded by the music scene, skate, bmx etc.

Example of a brand is called supreme. All of their cclothes is similar to what I want. Or young and reckless.

Im going to be targeting all ages but mainly younger teens..

Also I wouldnt mind adding cult. Or culture. Or something like that into the name

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bobcath 10 years ago

Hi

I'm not here to try to sell anything at all, but to suggest a name I just happen to have but have not used it. I now have some serious health issues and would be willing to speak with you, probably better by pm if you want to. It's very brandable and easy to remember it's called
clobr.com

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webcosmo

10 years ago

Check this out, SupremeDenial.com - if this ain't a brand, i dunno what is

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bsurb

10 years ago

Id like to use something short.

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Randall Magwood

10 years ago

Remember "FUBU"? (for us, by us). Had LL Cool J endorsing it and everything. Gather ideas from that.

I think something like "The New Hotness" could thrive. I'd get a consensus vote on that though before going LIVE with it though lol.

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SEOJerry

10 years ago

Good luck, if you are going with a two word brand name it is going to be a lesser of a name as all the good names are already taken if you plan to register the .com.

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bsurb

10 years ago

Or something like a 3 letter abbreviation. That stands for something nice.

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Tim3 10 years ago

Originally Posted by bsurb

Or something like a 3 letter abbreviation. That stands for something nice.

I think you will find all three-letter combinations are already registered and most likely all those of 4 letters, I think you will have to buy a premium domain if you want to go that route.

With deference to Steve B's sensible reply above, (I think I'm older than he is, if not I look it)

For the age group you are targeting, I suggest something outrageous.. remember FCUK.
It was/is massive.

Why not post a naming competition in a place where there are a lot of youngsters, like Fark or somewhere, sorry I'm tired and cannot think of anything myself at present.

BTW
Alexa, 'nifty' is most definitely an English word in common usage.
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bsurb

10 years ago

So harder than I thought.

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bsurb

10 years ago

Iv tried and tried thinking. If I think of something good, I type it in on google and there is always something similar or a domain with the same word in it.

Loudboy.com is up for auction for like $5K. I want to find a name where it doesn't have apparel or clothing in the domain like the example there. But if I couldn't I wouldnt mind using something like LoudBoyClothing.com

Even though there is a LoudBoys.com but their clothing style isnt anything near mine.

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Jeff Lenney

10 years ago

check out B2B Brand Strategy Consulting Firm - Branding Business - they're more b2b branding and corporate - BUT they've got a pretty cool blog i've learned alot from in the past

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bsurb

10 years ago

So you are saying the domain skinnyboy.com isnt a bad option?

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Gavin Stephenson

10 years ago

Watch this before you make a move!

The Psychology Of Creating A Name Your Customers...

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KloudStrife 10 years ago

Originally Posted by Gavin Stephenson

Watch this before you make a move!
The Psychology Of Creating A Name Your Customers Can't Forget - YouTube

OMG its David Deangelo

I remember listening to his ebook over and over on DYD.
But yeah he`s right about creating a name your customers can`t forget...something easier and more simple but yet unique and original...something like

GoldenDiz or Dizmental
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asiaa

10 years ago

hippystreet.com is available

Whatever name you use it's imperative you go with a .COM for a brand name.

Short - memorable - .COM

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bsurb

10 years ago

Eh it doesnt catch my attention :/

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HelpingYouBeAnExpert

10 years ago

JustSkin.com

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bsurb

10 years ago

I need something that sounds more hip. I wish there was 1 word names available

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bsurb

10 years ago

What about... "Dizzy Fish Clothing" or "Dizzy Clothing".

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bsurb

10 years ago

How about Dizzy Clothing? Or DizzyFish Clothing?

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bsurb

10 years ago

DizzyFish Clothing sounds like it would be something trendy? Right

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steelbuzz

10 years ago

Do you honestly think that your customers would want to wear a brand named Dizzy Fish especially knowing the demographic of your target market?

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steelbuzz

10 years ago

They would something that sounds "cool" or better... They're not going to want to associate with a clothing line known as "Dizzy Fish"... Sorry I'm being honestly brutal... You want to tap into their minds and know the psychology of what will appeal to a large number of your target market.

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bsurb

10 years ago

Do you feel the same about DizzyClothing.com ? Or Dizzyco.com

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steelbuzz

10 years ago

Dizzy Clothing sounds a bit better actually. I like that.

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bsurb

10 years ago

Would I run into problems trademarking?

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Gambino

10 years ago

Not a fan of dizzy clothing. Not sure how it relates to your target market at all.

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bsurb

10 years ago

Proving head spinning designs?

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Anderson2014 10 years ago

hipfresh.com
wickedhip.com
qreem.com (pronounced cream)
wickedwear.com
cubb.com
cubbkult.com
phatcubb.com
twerk.com
tbone.com
plushed.com
plushy.com
phisticated.com
swanky.com
thrillculture.com
thrill.com
thrillwear.com
grifty.com
gruffdog.com
updog.com
wearsabout.com

Just a bunch of random ideas for you.
Let me know if they're just jokes to you or maybe have merit.
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bsurb

10 years ago

Not bad ideas. But I didnt see anything that caught my eyes. Keep them coming

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asiaa

10 years ago

For the UK market

trendyman.co.uk is available

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bsurb

10 years ago

Im in the USA

SkinnyBoyClothing.com ?

Bizzyclothing.com

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steelbuzz

10 years ago

Streetsick.com

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asiaa 10 years ago

Originally Posted by steelbuzz

Streetsick.com

Not a pleasant image lol
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MartandTechnologies

10 years ago

Having a brand name is the great initial point of any business . So take your time to get it and try to do your best..

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bsurb

10 years ago

Iv been searching and brainstorming countless hours a day.

Id like to get away from using street in the domain.

I want the brand to be surrounded by chasing dreams. Being successful. Living life. Never giving up.

Maybe that will help you?

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Gambino 10 years ago

Originally Posted by bsurb

I want the brand to be surrounded by chasing dreams. Being successful. Living life. Never giving up.

I return to SIC Mode. [Success is Certain]
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vedremo

Banned 10 years ago

Some suggestions. You can combine them as well:

Brag
Bonny
Boffo
Dynamite
Fantabulous
Gangbuster/s
Hype
Phat
Phat Beat
Primo
Radical
Righteous
Jim-Dandy

Goodluck!