A Brown Look At Darn Good Reviews dot Com
It’s been a few months since I started the Brown Look review. Just to remind everyone, Brown Look reviews are free. Ready? Here we go.
Darn Good Reviews
Darn Good Reviews was created by my good friend Mark who decided it would be better to separate review posts from his main blog, Me And My Drum. As you can see from the logo, Mark has undeniable skill with graphic design. The logo establishes the site’s vibe from the start - good clean fun reviews.
The Layout
Darn Good Reviews uses a magazine style layout with the latest review featured prominently at the top while older articles are presented as excerpts at the bottom. I think Mark made the right decision with regard to design as the current layout is easy to navigate and takes a step away from the common look most blogs have.
The sidebar is uncluttered and anyone looking for specific reviews should have an easy time as the search box and category list are easily found.
The Articles
Reviews at Darn Good Reviews are not only well written, they’re incredibly fun to read too. Mark reviews a wide range of sites and services that include protecting your family, teaching English to children, and travel tips.
Recommendations
The only thing missing is a contact form. Other than that, the site is just right (hey that rhymes heh).
Conclusion
Darn Good Reviews is brand spanking new and I’m sure Mark is busy tweaking the design as I’m writing this. What’s remarkable is the fact that I felt right at home the first time I visited the site. Would I recommend it? You bet.
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October 24th, 2007 01:45
That is a nice logo! I’m currently looking at graphic designers for my business. I’ll be taking care of that sometime next year. Hmm, I wonder if he freelances? I’ll stop by his website and find out. I’m currently checking out a few people. Guess what? They all happen to be bloggers.
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October 24th, 2007 01:47
Oh yeah the website looks nice also. I was blown away by the graphic I forgot to comment on your actual review. I’m off to check out his new digs. I have a review website also. I mainly point out freebies but I toss in the occasional review with the exception of two posts my reviews on that website have been free.
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October 24th, 2007 02:06
@Opal:
Some of the things I plan on doing I put them on the “next year list” too hehe. What’s the url of your review site?
October 24th, 2007 08:24
@Baron!!! What a great review, buddy! Woo-hooo! That was very nice of you. Thank you so much!
@Opal: Thanks for your kind words as well.
And yes: I do freelance. I’m currently working on a “store” to provide that service. Feel free to contact me in the meantime.
October 24th, 2007 08:38
@Mark:
That site is going to be a killer. You’re welcome buddy
October 24th, 2007 18:46
Wow I love the design, the colours and the pages look clean and crisp, nice site to browse around.
I hope it goes well.
Regards.
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October 24th, 2007 22:06
@jsanderz:
I agree. Mark’s got talent. He’s going to be one of the biggies one of these days.
October 25th, 2007 11:43
@jsanderz
Thanks for the kind words.
@Baron
If I do, it’ll be because you’ve saved me a spot!
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October 25th, 2007 23:17
@Mark:
Haha
November 7th, 2007 21:04
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