New site selling Premium & Generic Domains

staffjam · 09-07-2008, 01:51 AM

Hi,

I have recently finished my site www.namecake.com (It's also in my signature) and was hoping to get some feedback from you guys.
Do you like the look, what could be improved, what don't you like?

Any comments would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

buyauthority · 09-07-2008, 01:57 AM

Well done grasshopper.

Nice and well organized site you have. I envy you.

namenut · 09-07-2008, 12:44 PM

Looks nice. A+ Mate

Clean and with a good layout.
subtle colors not to distract or turn off visitors.
Great generic and un suggestive mascot.

like the transition with out the white page flash.

Quick menu mouse over effect with out a miss.
Subtle mouseover effects on links.
Clear row colors and name separation in lists.

I'm liking the contrast the red font offers with the pale tones in the color pallet.

My only, humble, suggestion is the Domain name "buy this domain" page. I would put the offer submission at the top of the page and move the content below. The is also a bit devoid graphical element other than logo. I would love to see a couple of small mascot icons, in various positions (poses).

Great job and much success!
namenut

DotUSDomains · 09-07-2008, 12:47 PM

Very nicely done,

Clean and gets to the point.

Good luck,

Abstracts.tv · 09-07-2008, 12:51 PM

I like it, it is very professional looking. Good job, and good luck.

Frank

gazzip · 09-07-2008, 01:22 PM

wow, that looks great, lovely look and feel, great logo too

Did you build that yourself ?

.

staffjam · 09-07-2008, 01:51 PM

Thanks for your posts and kind words.
I wanted a site that was unassuming, but also had a professional look.
Thanks namenut for the suggestions – I’ll have a think about them tonight.
Gazzip – no I didn’t build it myself – had a developer do it – building out seven other sites as well, so it’s a busy time.
The logo came from a member here in one of the competitions I ran – there is some serious talent at Namepros.
I’m now working with another member to do the off page SEO – which is such a steep learning curve. When I came into this game I thought Domaining was hard – but developing and SEO are pushing my grey stuff to it’s limits.

namenut · 09-07-2008, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by staffjam

Thanks for your posts and kind words.
I wanted a site that was unassuming, but also had a professional look.
Thanks namenut for the suggestions – I’ll have a think about them tonight.
Gazzip – no I didn’t build it myself – had a developer do it – building out seven other sites as well, so it’s a busy time.
The logo came from a member here in one of the competitions I ran – there is some serious talent at Namepros.
I’m now working with another member to do the off page SEO – which is such a steep learning curve. When I came into this game I thought Domaining was hard – but developing and SEO are pushing my grey stuff to it’s limits.

I email your designer and mentioned your site. Asked for a quote ....

tricolorro · 09-07-2008, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by staffjam

Hi,

I have recently finished my site www.namecake.com (It's also in my signature) and was hoping to get some feedback from you guys.
Do you like the look, what could be improved, what don't you like?

Any comments would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Hi,

Really nicely done and beautiful site.

NameCake : have your "domains" and eat them too! :-)

Patrick

guarddragon · 09-07-2008, 06:49 PM

Good job! Friendly and well organizwed. Wish I could do as well!

staffjam · 09-08-2008, 07:20 AM

Thanks Guys.
Namenut - good luck - they are very good to work with - very helpful.

I was also hoping for a few opinions on my main domain selling letter (this is to get the buyers opening their wallets).
Content, format (which i'm not sure about) - have i missed anything out?
http://www.namecake.com/domain-name-...m-domain-name/

onlinelife · 09-08-2008, 07:33 AM

I love that Logo... delicious!
Neat site, well done!

WORDSWORTH · 09-08-2008, 07:51 AM

PM sent

Matt.

Achaias · 09-08-2008, 09:07 AM

Wow I love the layout of your page. Its very crisp and clean. The colors are a good choice, not leaning to the overly flamboyant. If you did the whole site yourself then props because it looks like it came rather nice. Now just add the slogan "Let them eat cake" and you should be all set.

Michael · 09-08-2008, 10:39 AM

Other than what namenut mentioned, I would also add a little more padding on the navigation tabs. The first one, "Buy Domains" runs right up to the left edge of the tab and I don't think that looks good. Other than that you have a great looking site

**labrocca** · 09-08-2008, 10:52 AM

Looks excellent. Love the graphics, layout, color scheme and navigation.

One criticism...consider changing the font.

You did well overall.

staffjam · 09-16-2008, 02:15 AM

Thanks for the posts guys.
Labrocca (if you're still reading) - Which font do you think is the best for giving this sort of information. I also think it needs changing, but i'm not sure to what.

I'm also starting a blog tomorrow (I know - another one.) So tune in if you're interested.

hookah · 09-16-2008, 03:15 AM

I love this layout, too. I partly agree with labrocca and think that i.e. a subtitle of Namecake.com should not be grey and so modest as it is a kind of self-promotion and should be better visible - not too vivid but anyway a kind of light color; also these titles in a row as Domains, Articles, etc. should have a font at lease 1 point bigger.
I also guess that there will be a Privacy Statement included as you're going to collect a personal data ?! (but it seems to be obvious anyway).
Nice work!

Mike · 09-16-2008, 01:37 PM

I'm right in line with everyone else; Great layout! Very creative logo!
Easy to read and look at.
Something screams Joomla to me ...

Only thing that comes to mind, use this creative logo of yours and apply it as favicon as well.

Very nice job!

M.

Edit: Come to think of it; try the font (written) part of your logo with a capitalized "C" in NameCake. This would close the visual gap between your logo where both letters are caps to the written part. If it doesn't pan out, no biggie - it's really just a nuance.

Richard · 09-17-2008, 10:12 PM

Firstly, I'd like to tell you what a great name I think you have there!

Very nice layout, and logo! Easy to look at (as Mike pointed out). I do feel it's a little cluttered (could just be the fonts).

Great job! Best of luck.

weblord · 09-19-2008, 02:15 AM

professionally done, ads are missing.

09-07-2008, 01:51 AM	#1 (permalink)
staffjam NamePros Regular Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 775 318.75 NP$ (Donate)	New site selling Premium & Generic Domains Hi, I have recently finished my site www.namecake.com (It's also in my signature) and was hoping to get some feedback from you guys. Do you like the look, what could be improved, what don't you like? Any comments would be greatly appreciated. Thanks __________________ Buy Domain Names – 9i.com, 3J.com, CXC.com, FEJ.com, ZB.org, Foob.com, Wodo.com, Sixth.com – These are just a few of the great names on offer at namecake.com (Click below) Buy Domain Names Solar Garden Lights Virtual Reality Games

09-07-2008, 12:44 PM	#3 (permalink)
namenut Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Las Vegas, NV. Posts: 2,168 1,540.59 NP$ (Donate)	Looks nice. A+ Mate Clean and with a good layout. subtle colors not to distract or turn off visitors. Great generic and un suggestive mascot. like the transition with out the white page flash. Quick menu mouse over effect with out a miss. Subtle mouseover effects on links. Clear row colors and name separation in lists. I'm liking the contrast the red font offers with the pale tones in the color pallet. My only, humble, suggestion is the Domain name "buy this domain" page. I would put the offer submission at the top of the page and move the content below. The is also a bit devoid graphical element other than logo. I would love to see a couple of small mascot icons, in various positions (poses). Great job and much success! namenut __________________ Vividly.net 3GsReview.com \|iPhone3GsForSale.com \| 3GSApps.org RXXP.com

09-07-2008, 12:47 PM	#4 (permalink)
DotUSDomains Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: www.move.us Posts: 2,533 337.10 NP$ (Donate)	Very nicely done, Clean and gets to the point. Good luck, __________________ Dot US Domains - The only .us domain only aftermarket Open now - Free For All .us Domains! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Domain Auctions - From Dnko.com - 60 Second Auctions! Must See

09-07-2008, 12:51 PM	#5 (permalink)
Abstracts.tv Music Video Television! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: www.Abstracts.tv Posts: 3,277 2.75 NP$ (Donate)	Nice I like it, it is very professional looking. Good job, and good luck. Frank __________________ Take a break! See my photo slideshow at Flickr! : Abstracts.tv Photo Slideshow at Flickr!

09-07-2008, 01:51 PM	#7 (permalink)
staffjam NamePros Regular Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 775 318.75 NP$ (Donate)	Thanks for your posts and kind words. I wanted a site that was unassuming, but also had a professional look. Thanks namenut for the suggestions – I’ll have a think about them tonight. Gazzip – no I didn’t build it myself – had a developer do it – building out seven other sites as well, so it’s a busy time. The logo came from a member here in one of the competitions I ran – there is some serious talent at Namepros. I’m now working with another member to do the off page SEO – which is such a steep learning curve. When I came into this game I thought Domaining was hard – but developing and SEO are pushing my grey stuff to it’s limits. __________________ Buy Domain Names – 9i.com, 3J.com, CXC.com, FEJ.com, ZB.org, Foob.com, Wodo.com, Sixth.com – These are just a few of the great names on offer at namecake.com (Click below) Buy Domain Names Solar Garden Lights Virtual Reality Games

09-07-2008, 01:57 AM	#2 (permalink)
buyauthority Account Closed Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hawaii - AcquirePower.com Posts: 776 252.55 NP$ (Donate)	Well done grasshopper. Nice and well organized site you have. I envy you.

09-07-2008, 01:22 PM	#6 (permalink)
gazzip First Time Poster ! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mc Scotland Posts: 6,416 226.12 NP$ (Donate)	wow, that looks great, lovely look and feel, great logo too Did you build that yourself ? .

09-07-2008, 06:49 PM	#10 (permalink)
guarddragon NamePros Regular Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 289 440.00 NP$ (Donate)	Good job! Friendly and well organizwed. Wish I could do as well! __________________ ParkPDQ.com WhiteHouseGear.com CreditLeadership.com Compensation.org

09-08-2008, 07:20 AM	#11 (permalink)
staffjam NamePros Regular Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 775 318.75 NP$ (Donate)	Thanks Guys. Namenut - good luck - they are very good to work with - very helpful. I was also hoping for a few opinions on my main domain selling letter (this is to get the buyers opening their wallets). Content, format (which i'm not sure about) - have i missed anything out? http://www.namecake.com/domain-name-...m-domain-name/ __________________ Buy Domain Names – 9i.com, 3J.com, CXC.com, FEJ.com, ZB.org, Foob.com, Wodo.com, Sixth.com – These are just a few of the great names on offer at namecake.com (Click below) Buy Domain Names Solar Garden Lights Virtual Reality Games

09-08-2008, 07:33 AM	#12 (permalink)
onlinelife NamePros Regular Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Taipei Posts: 606 447.00 NP$ (Donate)	I love that Logo... delicious! Neat site, well done! __________________ DotsDomain.Com

09-08-2008, 07:51 AM	#13 (permalink)
WORDSWORTH Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London Posts: 1,569 207.83 NP$ (Donate)	PM sent Matt. __________________ Domains for sale, free available to register domain lists and much more! See my eBay auctions here View my full list of domains for sale at Sedo here

09-08-2008, 09:07 AM	#14 (permalink)
Achaias NamePros Regular Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 658 230.00 NP$ (Donate)	Wow I love the layout of your page. Its very crisp and clean. The colors are a good choice, not leaning to the overly flamboyant. If you did the whole site yourself then props because it looks like it came rather nice. Now just add the slogan "Let them eat cake" and you should be all set.

09-08-2008, 10:39 AM	#15 (permalink)
Michael DNMedia.com Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,808 1,499.50 NP$ (Donate)	Other than what namenut mentioned, I would also add a little more padding on the navigation tabs. The first one, "Buy Domains" runs right up to the left edge of the tab and I don't think that looks good. Other than that you have a great looking site __________________ MiniSites.com - Shift Your Domains Out of Park! PushToAuction.com - List domains you would like to push to auction at Sedo! DN Media Corporation \| Friend Me on Facebook \| Follow Me on Twitter

09-08-2008, 10:52 AM	#16 (permalink)
labrocca Recovering Jerk Forum Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 5,501 1,196.64 NP$ (Donate)	Looks excellent. Love the graphics, layout, color scheme and navigation. One criticism...consider changing the font. You did well overall. __________________ Proxy Filter SEO Tag Cloud Domain Name Generator Debate Forums Free Online Sudoku \| My vBum Blog

09-16-2008, 02:15 AM	#17 (permalink)
staffjam NamePros Regular Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 775 318.75 NP$ (Donate)	Thanks for the posts guys. Labrocca (if you're still reading) - Which font do you think is the best for giving this sort of information. I also think it needs changing, but i'm not sure to what. I'm also starting a blog tomorrow (I know - another one.) So tune in if you're interested. __________________ Buy Domain Names – 9i.com, 3J.com, CXC.com, FEJ.com, ZB.org, Foob.com, Wodo.com, Sixth.com – These are just a few of the great names on offer at namecake.com (Click below) Buy Domain Names Solar Garden Lights Virtual Reality Games

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09-16-2008, 03:15 AM	#18 (permalink)
hookah Semi-Netizen Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Afterland™ Posts: 397 601.00 NP$ (Donate)	I love this layout, too. I partly agree with labrocca and think that i.e. a subtitle of Namecake.com should not be grey and so modest as it is a kind of self-promotion and should be better visible - not too vivid but anyway a kind of light color; also these titles in a row as Domains, Articles, etc. should have a font at lease 1 point bigger. I also guess that there will be a Privacy Statement included as you're going to collect a personal data ?! (but it seems to be obvious anyway). Nice work! __________________ For sale now: Pelé.net Qué.com * Grill.TV Pharma.TV AffiliateProgram.TV * L.GG * Watchable.INFO**

09-16-2008, 01:37 PM	#19 (permalink)
Mike NamePros Expert Join Date: May 2005 Location: www.chrome.us Posts: 5,245 46.20 NP$ (Donate)	I'm right in line with everyone else; Great layout! Very creative logo! Easy to read and look at. Something screams Joomla to me ... Only thing that comes to mind, use this creative logo of yours and apply it as favicon as well. Very nice job! M. Edit: Come to think of it; try the font (written) part of your logo with a capitalized "C" in NameCake. This would close the visual gap between your logo where both letters are caps to the written part. If it doesn't pan out, no biggie - it's really just a nuance. __________________ Do you Chrome? [\|] Noomle No fees & More Revenue IntelBank.com<<Your Business & Your Money>>CreditHelp.TV American Pilot Center <- Learn to Fly -> PilotCenter

09-17-2008, 10:12 PM	#20 (permalink)
Richard NamePros Regular Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 561 10.20 NP$ (Donate)	Firstly, I'd like to tell you what a great name I think you have there! Very nice layout, and logo! Easy to look at (as Mike pointed out). I do feel it's a little cluttered (could just be the fonts). Great job! Best of luck. __________________ "Failure is not the only punishment for laziness; there is also the success of others."

09-19-2008, 02:15 AM	#21 (permalink)
weblord NamePros Legend Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Philippines - www.Nabaza.com Posts: 19,840 21,700.43 NP$ (Donate)	professionally done, ads are missing.

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