[jayseattle]

Of all the nuances of design to ponder in life or in your profession, this seems trivial.

Also, according to Marissa Meyer, never use straight lines as they don't exist in nature (just like Black!). http://marissamayr.tumblr.com/post/60336044815/geeking-out-o...

You can create great, readable design or a logotype using 100% (digital) black or even straight lines.