IFK Uppsala is a Swedish sports club based in Uppsala, founded in 1895 as one of the first branches of the nationwide organization Idrottsföreningen Kamraterna (IFK). The club’s visual identity is governed by the rules of the IFK central organization, which protects the shared club emblem and the four-pointed star as a registered trademark. The club’s statutes state that its emblem and colors must follow the Kamrat organization’s statutes and regulations. [1]
Design and History
IFK Uppsala’s official graphic profile document, published by the club, governs the use of the club emblem (klubbmärke) and specifies which colors and typefaces should be used in different contexts. The emblem is available in three variants: multicolor (yellow/blue/white), blue/white, and black/white. The club’s official documents page lists downloadable versions of the emblem in these variants, including EPS and JPG formats, as well as versions with the club’s motto (ledord). [2]
The graphic profile specifies that on match jerseys and overalls, the club emblem must always be placed on the left chest with a height of 70 mm. [3]
IFK Uppsala was formed in 1895 as branch number four of the nationwide IFK organization, making it Uppsala’s oldest sports club. [4] The club’s full name appears in its official documents as “IFK Uppsala Idrottsföreningen Kamraterna Uppsala Bildad 1895.” [1]
Meaning and Symbolism
The IFK central organization states that it protects the IFK tradition of blue and white colors and the registered trademark for the club emblem and the four-pointed star. [5] The four-pointed star, created in 1898, symbolizes membership in the IFK family of clubs. [6]
Typography and Design
IFK Uppsala’s graphic profile document specifies the official colors for the club emblem. The blue is defined as Pantone 653 with HEX code 153D80, and the yellow is Pantone 116 with HEX code FBC801. [7] The club’s official documents page also offers downloadable versions of the emblem combined with the club’s motto (ledord) in blue, yellow, and black/white text. [2]
Logo Index is an independent educational archive covering logos, visual identities and graphic design history. All trademarks and brand assets remain the property of their respective owners.
