The cool flags are not only striking to the eye but also deeply encapsulate what a country is all about. For example, the Mongolian flag’s bold design incorporating an emblem and symbol of yin and yang is both visually striking and symbolic. The same can be said for the Asian country of Bhutan, whose flag incorporates the intricate emblem of its revered Thunder Dragon over two colors that represent both its secular and spiritual powers.
Papua New Guinea’s flag is another great example of a cool flag, not only because it looks both authoritative and festive, but also because it incorporates multiple elements from PNG’s indigenous people, as well as its colonial occupier, Australia. The flag features representations of the Southern Cross constellation (which is also present on Australia’s), as well as the alien-looking raggiana bird-of-paradise—all over a red, gold, and black color palette that’s just pleasing to the eyes.
Exploring the World of Cool Flags: From Design to Symbolism
When it comes to designing a cool flag, the general rule of thumb is to keep it simple and stick with three to four basic colors and no seals or lettering. But that’s not always the case, as there are plenty of flags out there that break the rules and still manage to suck you in. Check out these seven awesome, cool, and unusual flags that totally defy convention—and look good doing it.