I think my decision just got made. very well made. I would like to see more colors on both. I love the way you have made the stain on the second logo. Maybe similar colors. The brown and Purple just doesn't 'Pop' as much.
great - glad you like it! Here are some more options. If it's not enough, I can turn it up some more and explore some more colorways. Are there any specific colors you'd like to see (aside from what you mentioned in the brief)? Just let me know.
I upped the purple on this one - I was afraid to make the stain look too "unnatural" that it wouldn't be recognized - and I thought gold could be either wine or liquor. Trying for a sophisticated/chic look with this palette - but if you're still not feeling the purple/gold, then I'll move on.
if the color's still not quite there, we can always continue working on it in judging mode - the "top ranked" designer is allowed to make requested revisions. :)