Brand Management - Design

Morton Salt Redesigns an Iconic Package with an AR Twist
April 13, 2021 at 10:05 am

In an effort to reach a younger demographic, Morton Salt shifted its packaging to a clear plastic canister, adorned with a shrink sleeve. The graphics and typography were updated to a more contemporary style, but perhaps most exciting of all, select packages include an augmented reality experience.

How this Vinyl Record Packaging Takes Listeners on a Journey
March 30, 2021 at 10:55 am

On today's episode of POW! we turn our attention to the media and entertainment packaging segment for a look at an award-winning vinyl record package, Spirit World Field Guide by Aesop Rock. The album's packaging was honored with the "They Said it Couldn't Be Done" award in the recent Making Vinyl Packaging Awards.

McDonald's Redesigns Packaging to Celebrate 'Moments of Joy'
March 18, 2021 at 9:32 am

McDonald's packaging may be among the most recognizable in the world. But with a desire to rejuvenate its packaging, McDonald's worked with branding agency Pearlfisher to create new simple, colorful designs that reflect the corresponding menu item and make them immediately recognizable.

How Glad Uses Creative Diecutting to Entice Consumers' Sense of Smell
March 9, 2021 at 10:16 am

The folding cartons for Glad's ForceFlexPlus kitchen bags featuring Febreze scents boast some great, eye-catching graphics. But it's the creatively implemented diecut that lets consumers test out the scent before buying that takes this package to the next level.

Direct Printed Graphics on Aluminum Bottle Result in Award-Winning Package
February 23, 2021 at 10:36 am

On today's episode of Package of the Week, we're taking a look at a package that combines exceptional graphics with strong sustainable attributes. Rainforest Artesian Water was recently recognized in the PAC Packaging Consortium awards, and features impeccable direct-printed graphics on its aluminum bottles.