I created Menmi a while ago as a brand mascot for a ramen bar, and it quickly became a client favorite. Eventually, I archived the project from my public showcase.
Recently, while scrolling through Pinterest, I stumbled upon a logo design with a remarkably similar character...
Vector icon of fresh tomatoes in a clear plastic bag. Created with pure SVG paths, focusing on realistic transparency, highlights, and subtle layer interactions.
Watch the process video to see how this icon was built from scratch.
Based on the vote results, Mascot B won with a 72% margin! So I decided to give him a name and his own mini-branding so he wouldn't remain just a conceptual mascot.
I also want to tell you about the runner-up. This mascot was designed for a custom patch company. I love every...
One of these characters became the approved final mascot for a brand, while the other was a rejected concept during the exploration stage.
Which one would you choose? 👇