It's all about the retro look and the trend continues with the new Calgary Flames primary logo. Heading back to the 1981 original Calgary Flames primary logo, is now what we are seeing for 2021. In the new primary logo the elimination of the black trim give it that retro look that is so beloved in today's society.
2021 - Present
The Calgary Flames return to their original logo and colors as the team goes retro for the 2021 season. The flaming letter “C,” used by the team since their first season in Calgary in 1980 sticks around but is restored to its previous red and gold only color scheme.
1995 - 2020
The updated Flames primary logo the “Flaming C,” include the red capital “C” with gold trim and now added a black trim. Flames are trailing the “C” still.
1981 - 1994
In the move to Calgary, the “A” changed to a flaming “C.” The flaming “C” in red with a thicker yellow trim has flames trailing behind. Designed by a Calgarian graphic designer named Patricia Redditt.
1972 - 1980
The original “Flaming A” logo of the Atlanta Flames. The logo features a red “A” with yellow trim and flames rising from the center.