Menace defender Case study

Dark blue Land Rover Defender parked on grass with trees in the background and Menace Defender logo on a dark panel to the right.Front side view of a dark green Land Rover Defender off-road vehicle parked on grass with trees in the background.
Menace Logo

Start your adventure.

Menace Defender was born from a passion for the Defender brand and its embodiment of an authentic, rugged gateway to the outdoors. The company’s mission is to bring rare Defender vehicles to the Canadian market, preserving their heritage while adding modern luxury and comfort. Their new identity had to appeal to their passionate audience.

Close-up of a Land Rover vehicle badge and the word 'MENACE' on a blue-green body panel next to a rugged tire.

Brand Identity

With a highly specific audience in mind, we could be deliberate in our choices of type, color, and iconography. The new identity needed to honor the original Defender brand while carving out Menace Defender’s own space in the market, appealing to adventurers while establishing its position as a luxury brand.

Close-up of a dark green metal surface with a black emblem resembling the letters 'MT' and part of a hinge with screws.
Black off-road vehicle parked on a dirt path with a large mountain and cloudy sky in the background, text overlay says 'Start Your Adventure.'

Putting it together

Peak design

By incorporating strong geometric forms into a simplified ‘M’ letterform, the new icon feels bold, dynamic, and angular, embodying both adventure and challenge.

Pushing the limits

Drawing inspiration from the bold typefaces of the Defender brand, the wordmark is a modern sans serif, precisely cut to echo the icon’s angles and compressed and expanded to extreme proportions.

Lifestyle focused

Building on the brand story, the Menace tagline speaks to those who embrace a lifestyle defined by adventure and experiences.

Framed Menace Defender advertisement poster featuring three Land Rover Defenders and the slogan 'Start Your Adventure' on a wooden floor next to a plant.
Open spread magazine and front cover with off-road vehicle in rugged mountain landscape and text 'Start Your Adventure' and 'Menace Offroader'.
Two stacks of Menace Defender business cards on a gray surface, one showing contact details and logo, the other with website URL.
Silver off-road vehicle parked on a muddy forest trail under tall trees, with the quote 'There is no certainty; there is only adventure' by Roberto Assagioli overlaid.
Close-up of a person wearing a black T-shirt with the word 'MENACE' printed across the chest.
Close-up of the back of a person's neck wearing a black t-shirt with a small gray geometric logo below the collar.
Black baseball cap with the words 'MENACE DEFENDER' embroidered in white and gray on the front.

Capture’s teamwork and dedication are evident in everything they produce, and they have a strong ability to understand a brand’s vision and bring it to life in a way that truly stands out. Everyone I’ve worked with has been professional, creative, and a pleasure to collaborate with. I highly recommend Capture Studio to any business looking for a creative team that genuinely cares about delivering excellent results.

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MENACE DEFENDER

web development

Driving ahead.

As Menace is selling a lifestyle and an experience, good visuals are imperative on this portfolio-style site. The website makes the most of Menace’s professional automotive photography, creating an immersive experience of adventure and luxury.

Menace Wordmark
Tablet displaying Menace Defender website with three off-road vehicles under the text 'Start Your Adventure'.
Dark blue Land Rover Defender parked on grass with forest background.
Side view of a dark green Land Rover Defender parked on grass with trees and a pond in the background.
Smartphone displaying Project Alaska Defender 110 with a white rugged vehicle on icy background and a sold Project Brix vehicle on forest background.
Build process page for Menace Defender showing Step Six Design with brief description on exploring owner’s vision for a custom Defender.

Vehicle Graphics | photography

Moving forward.

Badging and vehicle graphics are the crowning glory of any automotive brand, making precision essential. Capture collaborated with Menace to create striking visuals that showcase the brand on the road and at automotive events.

Interior of a vehicle showing a textured steering wheel, dashboard controls, and a fabric driver seat with quilted floor mats.
Close-up of a black vehicle's rear corner showing a metal handle, hinge, and a small emblem with three geometric shapes.
Front side view of a blue Land Rover Defender with rugged off-road tires parked on grass.
Blue Land Rover Defender parked on grass in front of a wooded area.
Close-up of a metallic surface with a black frame featuring cut-out letters and secured bolts.
Interior of a vehicle showing two black bucket seats, quilted side benches, and a wooden floor with metal tracks.

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