Although the flag was rated the tenth worst in the 2004 NAVA survey, not much effort has been given to redesign the flag. I don't know, this one's just stupid. Pluses: Honestly depicts white trash. This is more of an atrocity than their crime-riddled streets. Let's face it, all flags with a Union Flag tucked in the corner are bone idle and ugly-looking. The motto should be "Quae Semper", translated as "whatever". It's bland and average but gets the job done. Lol. Fortunately, I had a jumping off point. Of course they would have much to envy of us, including our perfect flag. It's a chess set on acid. Good food, good music, good beaches, great rum, friendly people that make you want to dance — That’s the good life. “E” for effort. Dear god. Idaho is a classic example of a bad state flag: A boring blue background with a seal in the middle, featuring so much stuff going on, I don’t know where to begin: We have human figures, cornucopiae, wheat, rocks, stags, nested landscapes within landscapes, and a … There were some former two-sided state flags in the past but Oregon’s is the only one at the moment. Painting looks like someone just threw out the contents of a fast food trash bag onto the canvas of Alabama's shitty state flag. Here's how you improve this flag. Lazy. If you squint it looks like a gingerbread house in Candyland somewhere in the North Pole. It looks like barf. *Georgia adopted a new flag in 2003.Nebraska's state flag, which design was rated second worst, remains in use to date. If you’ve made it this far, you’re a trooper. A research from the NAVA in 2001 rated Georgia’s then flag because of the worst style. Here's a ranking of all the state flags in the U.S., from first to worst. Who knows, maybe even elect him President? After being dubbed the "Worst City Flag in North America" in a 2015 TED Talk, Pocatello opened up a call for redesigns. Simplicity just might be key when it comes to designing a great flag (sorry, Nebraska). The state-seal-on-a-blue-background design of so many U.S. state flags dates back to the 19th century adoption of regimental flags to represent the states. Mississippi. This one has a seal slapped on it, but it looks better because of the design. The ribbon near the bottom of the ensign contains the state motto, "Oro y plata," which is Spanish for "Gold and silver." Honestly, it doesn’t need to say “California Republic,” the bear speaks for itself. Meaning: Non-existent. Grapes? The worst flags are all just lazy! I dig it. This design is so perfect. Here's my take on it:http://realfunwithflags.blogspot.com/2017/11/us-states-bad-ugly.html, Maine has such originality that it copied Delaware's flag, which sucks. It's too sparse and random. The logic is always: Choose a color, slap on the seal and maybe write something on there. Like a court jester designed it, very much a toss-up between a race car and a deck of cards. If you don’t believe me, look at them. On top of that, even if I could read Latin, that text is tiny! But for worst, I might have to go with the poster above. The purpose of this study is to use science to determine which of our great American states are the absolute worst. Duh). There’s something I like about the state flags that write the state’s name in bold font. It's a chess set on acid. The buffalo wins you points, but the seal…. So, without further ado…. The only reason it’s higher than Indiana is because it has three colors. But it is somehow still memorable and easily distinguishable from a distance. Actually, this is the worst state flag. Unless you're colorblind of course. There’s something about that guy that’s welcoming… Ahhh! Still painfully unoriginal. Thanks for the input. Ah. I have a soft spot for buffaloes, and that's pretty much all you remember about the scenery of Wyoming. A flag is a symbol, a representation. So it makes sense that there would be a bad-ass Russian bear splitting an atom on a blood red field. Who do you think you are, Hugh Grant? Show some effort! Hahaha this is great! Montana: "Here's another state whose symbol has failed its duty -- so the state's name appeared on the flag in 1981." We have the best public school system in the country as well as the highest medium family income in the nation. The thing on the Louisiana flag is a pelican, not a seagull! Words don't belong on flags because you see most flags high up/in the distance. Let's just do them alphabetically. Colorado follows all the rules, but I can’t help myself from thinking it was made by a committee hired by Hillary Clinton. Uglier than what they leave on your windshield. I also don't know how or why I stumbled upon this. Fortunately, I had a jumping off point. The drawing's nice but incorporated poorly. While I appreciate the progressive depiction of two gay lovers shaking hands, this crest is the dullest mundane of bland. I cannot discern different forms of bland at this point. 100 NAVA members and over 300 non-members ranked the 72 flags on a scale of 0 to 10 (worst to best).. You’ll notice that all of the flags below have two things in common: a blue background and a complex seal. Canada’s provincial flags generally avoid seals and tend towards more simple designs. Motto inspired by flag: "A tiny town with a … The Best and Worst State Flags of The United States, The Best and Worst State License Plates of the United States, An Analysis of 1stPersonApproacher: The Internet’s Favorite Creep. 1. While the indication of race hate gives it an edge, they pussied out with the homage to the American flag. New Mexico is having a rough week since we also just named it one of the most dangerous states in America for 2021.. Plus one for the audacity to change your flags shape, but this is what you'd pick if you had been bashed over the head like most of their middle class has experienced, so while a fitting flag, it's still stupid. This flag totally makes you squint to figure out what’s going on. It's just too immersed in the idea of trying to be patriotic to care about. The Best-- 1. In 2001, the Minnesota state flag was voted one of the top 10 worst state flags by the North American Vexillological Association. I’ve been reading some articles here and there about flags, so now I’ve gotten in the mood to write a fun post ranking all 50 American state flags in order from worst to best. The flag of NAVA. At least it has the audacity to stand out, like the state's beautiful scenery. 18. Here are the results of a poll from r/SampleSize, where 160 people answered which state flags they thought were the best and worst. Montana's flag has "silver and gold" written in Spanish....really?.....wtf?? Those sparking stars are meant to resemble gunshots in Gary, Indiana, right? New Mexico is my favorite because it's simple and evocative of the place, much like the Canadian flag. Origin: Considered by the North American Vexillological Association to be among the nation's worst, the Montana state flag prominently features the name of … They are simply haters. It's got an art deco feel for some reason. Note: All rankings are completely subjective and arbitrary. Would have been much better without the seal. Thanks! In the event that you had some trouble in distributing Virginia’s motto — … I've lived in MD my whole life and I hate the flag. In 2001, the North American Vexillological Association (NAVA) asked visitors of its website to give their opinion on 72 sub national and territorial flags of the United States and Canada. I’m stealing this comment from someone else, but this really does look like someone got the wrong size image file and scaled it down so it wouldn’t get too pixelated. Honestly, that "bars over bars" Uruguay flag would probably work if it was 1:1. I'd guess most don't know what their own state flag looks like. Or maybe just three pillars holding up the arch with no text. Has a moose. Great reviews of New York, Virginia and Wisconsin. The meaning of this still baffles me. Contest over. I’m going to loosely follow Ted Kaye’s five principles for good flag design, which are: I’m also going to include my own highly subjective musings about what I find personally entertaining. Here are the results of a poll from r/SampleSize, where 160 people answered which state flags they thought were the best and worst.. New Mexico, Texas, Alaska, Colorado, and Arizona are the top five while Delaware, Minnesota, Idaho, Kentucky, and Wisconsin are the bottom five. This is borderline your average Suicide Girl tattoo. The top of this photo has a phantom arm rising from the ground holding a sword. Montana: "Here's another state whose symbol has failed its duty -- so the state's name appeared on the flag in 1981." Small, simple, poignant, success. Say what you will about the Mississippi flag’s canton, but the flag itself is a clean design without any unneeded text. Dig it? This flag has got hardcore written all over it. Maine's motto is "Dirigo", which means "I direct". #2. You can follow him on Twitter @KarlHideyoSchro. The flag is made of 24 square pieces, in 4 rows and 6 columns. What is this? The “seal on a bedsheet” design was the least favorite, and flags that used a state seal were ranked among the worst flags. Too funny. So picking the 11 most comically ugly city flags was a hell of an endeavor. Is that the big dipper and the north star? How dare you say those things about all those states! Are you shitting me? Interesting that you mention the future with the Maryland flag, when it has the oldest origins of all the state flags, being based on English Heraldry. Updated 3:08 PM ET, Sat May 9, 2015. The term is often used pejoratively, and although common, the practice is sometimes regarded as contentious. And you think you can just slap on a picture of ol’ George and get a way with it? You're supposed to review the flag, not shit on states that you don't like and have never been to. Why Wouldn't You Collect Jars of Your Own Urine? Someone was trying way too hard here. Bee hive! Open her! 6 years ago. Per capita we are the wealthiest in the nation. Dreamcatcher made of used tampons. It is promised to be in line... Virginia. level 2. This one looks like it was made by people with disentery. According to a 2001 survey by the North American Vexillological Association, New Mexico has the best-designed flag of any U.S. state, U.S. territory, or Canadian province, while Georgia's state flag was rated the worst design (Georgia adopted a new flag in 2003; Nebraska's state flag, whose design was rated second worst, remains in use to date). Florida and Alabama, originally founded and organized in Spanish Florida, are today displaying the flag of the Spanish Order, the Saltire, Cross of St. Andrew, are not appreciated; the flags represent the history of their respective state's origin and civilization, like the flag of New Mexico, simplified, as the high standard of vexillology requires. I live in Connecticut, and I like the flag, though I'd drop the scroll and make the rococo shield and vines bigger. A little bit less painfully unoriginal. Loved the humor in your reviews. It didn't hit me that state crests existed until 5 minutes ago. I don’t get it. Go back under your bridge, you tasteless trolls. It is kinda cool. The problem is that too many people are jealous of our state. I like this flag, too. Moving on from seals to coats of arms. Original design, but somehow not cool enough to warrant a higher ranking. The Texas flag should just be a silhouette image of a pickup truck towing a large steak. Geez. This is actually their flag. Bonus points for being all white. Distinctive and original. You deserve some treats ;), If there ever was a flag for the Red Light District, this would be it! Had me laughing at work. Sadly, she is being very un-PC by showing a tit! Honestly, Connecticut, get with it. The official attitude of Maine. According to a 2001 survey by the*North American Vexillological Association, New Mexico has the best-designed flag of any U.S. state, U.S. territory, or*Canadian province, while Georgia's state flag was rated the worst design. He just dragged the shit out of our flag (Maryland), even though most of the blogs online clearly rank it as being among the superior flags. -- Ted Kaye, author of "Good Flag, Bad Flag" (Thinkstock) 50. If you took his reviews seriously, I sincerely worry for your state of mind. But for worst… 17. Shivers. Funny and not to be taken seriously. This belongs on a pipe next to a gas station. That's what you're using to sell yourself? If only if it had bloody fists in place of stars to protest "Taxation Without Representation". Simplicity just might be key when it comes to designing a great flag (sorry, Nebraska). ), A few American state flags are decidedly cool and iconic, others seem to have been borne of utter laziness. Granted, I'm no historian. This looks like it should be flown by fascists in the next blockbuster dystopian film. The civil flag is amazing, but the alternative state flags are horrendous: Bars over bars, and way too much text. Overwhelming tan color, against the grain in that respect. Sorry if I disappoint, but let’s face it — This flag is iconic! This Iowa flag is so shit even their own eagle is ripping it apart. *drops mic*, Oklahoma has a great flag your just full of bullshit. It looks like someone puked in a puddle of blood. They're good flags really. The green's a subdued green, and it's the same impression you get as you enter and leave the state. The state's flag (and seal) sends a clear message to our own government - if you are a tyrant and oppress us, we will kill you, and rule ourselves. In 2004, the North American Vexillological Association — I’m sure those guys know how to party — ranked the flags from 150 major U.S. cities from best to worst… Needs more polygamy. Don't know how the hell I stumbled across this but glad I did. #8 Oklahoma: One of the most recent official state flags, Oklahoma’s flag wasn’t formally adopted until 2006 (the current Louisiana flag was adopted in 2010). Tennessee. Idiots. I still think it would be better to just write, “I can see Russia.”. As you'll see, I'm heavily biased towards flags that don't include a state seal or coat of arms. According to a 2001 survey by the North American Vexillological Association, New Mexico has the best-designed flag of any U.S. state, U.S. territory, or Canadian province, while Georgia's state flag was rated the worst design (Georgia adopted a new flag in 2003; Nebraska's state flag, whose design was rated second worst, remains in use to date). Every state flag is wrong. Most of the blogs online will rank the Maryland flag as being among the top 10 best. Not only is the flag derivative, more importantly it tells you nothing about the state. Illinois State. Nevada, you have too much empty space. There are no letters or seals and it follows all the rules — The epitome of symbolic representation. A clean design Without any unneeded text a law that mandates if you don ’ believe. 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