Revealing the Philosophy of Starbucks Logo: Semiotic Analysis

Authors

  • Lambok Hermanto Sihombing President University
  • Puji Lestari Indraprasta University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21154/eltall.v3i2.4886

Keywords:

brand, color, identity, logo, representation

Abstract

Starbucks is among the most recognizable coffee shops in Indonesia. People will recognize Starbucks by looking at the logo on the cup. The logo is essential in conveying the company's image and impression to customers. A brand's logo represents its identity. This study seeks to elucidate the idea behind the Starbucks logo. This research utilizes a qualitative approach. To assist researchers with their analysis, the Semiotics method and the Representation theory from Stuart Hall are implemented in this research. The result indicates that the Starbucks logo reminds us to be good to people and the world. 

Author Biographies

Lambok Hermanto Sihombing, President University

Department of Communication

Puji Lestari, Indraprasta University

Department of Communication

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Published

2022-09-27

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Sihombing, L. H., & Lestari, P. (2022). Revealing the Philosophy of Starbucks Logo: Semiotic Analysis. ELTALL: English Language Teaching, Applied Linguistic and Literature, 3(2), 24–35. https://doi.org/10.21154/eltall.v3i2.4886

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Vol. 3 No. 2 (2022)

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