I remember first learning about QR codes and thinking "finally, print and digital has merged". I especially loved the idea of using them on packaging. A brand could put forth engaging information about their product or provide access to videos with set up instructions, recipes, content details and the list goes on. The second place I could see using them was in-store on shelf … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Dissection of a Band-Aid® Package
This Band-Aid package is a great example of how to tell a brand story Every element of this Band-Aid package is deliberate and communicates the Band-Aid brand story. I can tell that the brand and design team took their time and put a lot of effort into the creative. Most people will take that for granted, but if you are in this business, you can see the attention to detail. … [Read more...]
3 Ways Your Package Design is Killing Your Brand
This blog explores three different case studies where a package design hurts a brand. 1. Too Drastic of a Package Redesign This is a brand I am very familiar with and I have purchased for several years.The name of the product was prominent and the image did a pretty well of differentiating the types of product (Rice Pilaf, Rice, Couscous) This is what I was accustomed to … [Read more...]
Nostalgia Added in Interactive Wine Bottle Design
I love a good glass of wine and fun package design. Over the past few years I have come across some fun and clever wine labels. The wine industry is no stranger to interactive packaging. I have seen wines that allow consumers to color the label or connect the dots to a map of the region the grapes were grown. Last month I was visiting a tasting room in Solvang, California … [Read more...]
Retail Package Shows Off this Everyday Tech Product
So a power strip isn't a very sexy consumer technology product, but everyone has one or several in their home. We stumbled upon this retail package at Bed Bath & Beyond. There have been several innovations with this product category over the years, but this one is so simple it is genius. How many people can use all of the plugs available on a strip? Try plugging in a … [Read more...]