From ice pack-shaped bottles to faux porcelain dessert pots, the August 2016 packaging trends reveal a shift towards unconventional designs. Whether it is unique shapes or unexpected materials, brands are increasingly pushing the envelope with innovative packaging designs.
One of the ways that brands have begun experimenting with different packaging is with different shapes. One example of this attempt to play with shape is the Jägermeister 'Coolpack', which comes in an ice pack-inspired bottle. Another example is Butternut Mountain Farm's Maple Syrup, which comes in a curvy squeeze bottle instead of a traditional glass container.
The August 2016 packaging trends also reveal that brands are looking for ways to experiment with different materials in order to catch the eye of consumers. This includes everything from chic eco-friendly containers to sustainable upcycled labels.
Top 50 Packaging Ideas in August
From Ice Pack-Shaped Bottles to Faux Porcelain Dessert Pots:
Katherine Pendrill — Aug 27, 2016 — Marketing
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Colorful Superfood Branding
These Superfoods Are Packaged With Youthful Designs
49
Inspirational Superfood Packaging
TruVibe's Superfood Products are Packed to Motivate and Inspire
48
Plant-Themed Skincare Packaging
This Translucent Packaging Reflects Spiezia's Organic Products
47
Uniquely Named Beers
This One-of-a-Kind India Pale Ale is Named 'Flesh & Blood'
46
Geometric Beer Branding
Peter Saville Created a Modern Packaging Design for 'Switch House' Beer
45
Playful Ball Invitations
This Save the Date for SFMOMA's Modern Ball Features an Actual Ball
44
Colorful Condiment Jars
These Sweet and Savory Condiments are Made with a Unique Ingredient
43
Pull-Out Soap Packaging
These Colorful Soaps Come with Informative Packaging
42
Connected Packaging Designs
This Retail Packaging Innovation Turns Boxes into Connected Ones
41
Candy-Coated Popcorn
Retro Corn Combines Candy and Popcorn for Snacking
40
Uncanny Earphone Packaging
'Vibes' Packaging Encourages The User to Express Their Individuality
39
Tattoo Service Branding
This Brand Identity Promotes a Lasering Tattoo Removal Service
38
Luxe Eco-Friendly Packaging
Louis Vuitton is a Getting a New Range of Saffron Luxury Packaging
37
Vivid Vegetable Snack Packaging
This Chips Branding Reflects the Product's Nutritious Qualities
36
Conveniently Canned Wines
Lila Wines are a Beach-Friendly Option for Wine Drinkers
35
Faux Porcelain Dessert Pots
ELAL Airlines' Ice Cream Pots are Made from Paper and Aluminum
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Filter Coffee Cups
This Cup Design Makes Individual Cups of "Filter Coffee"
33
Charitable Honey Skincare
These Skincare Products are Organic and Good for the Environment
32
Collaborative Lemon Ales
This Lemon Beer Was Created by Lululemon and Stanley Park Brewing
31
Editorial-Style Cereal Branding
Kashi's New Cereal Box Designs Involve the Use of Storytelling
30
Glass Bubble Bath Bottles
Lollia's Bubble Bath Products are Packaged with a Cork Like Wine
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Vibrant Pomade Packaging
This Exclusive Ointment Reflects the Modern Values of its Distributor
28
Modular Sushi Loofahs
The FINDAY Hand Towels are Packaged as Pieces of Sashimi Sushi
27
Disney Character-Branded Meals
These Healthy Side Dishes are Branded with Disney Characters
26
Cryptic Beer Labels
These Color-Coded Beer Label Designs Use Printing Industry Terms
25
Minimalist Cannabis Packaging
Seven Point's Medicinal Packaging is Simple and Modern
24
Natural Juice Branding
This Juice Packaging Was Designed to Reflect Its Natural Production
23
Tropical Rum Packaging
This Rum's New Packaging Reflects Its Tropical Roots
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Kid-Friendly Fruit Waters
The Capri-Sun Flavored Beverages Encourages Children to Drink More Water
21
English Dessert Packaging
These Desserts are Adorned with Stereotypical British Illustrations
20
Farm-to-Table Beer Branding
Almanac Fresh Beer Series Packaging Reflects its Agricultural Brewing
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Ice Pack-Shaped Bottles
The Jägermeister 'Coolpack' Helps Consumers Drink from a Chilled Bottle
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Chili Beer Concepts
This Beer Design is So Unique It Could Easily Come to Fruition
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Shaken Sugar Cube Packaging
The 'Cube Sugar' Box Tilts to Dispense One Piece At a Time
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Revitalizing Tea Drinks
Steaz Organic ENERGY is Naturally Caffeinated With Healthy Ingredients
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Energizing Superfood Juices
VIBE's Energy Juice Drink is Powered by Superfood Ingredients
14
Organ Donation-Supporting Beers
BrewDog is Encouraging Consumers to Register as Organ Donors
13
Upside-Down Drink Cans
Orangina's 'Upside-Down Can' Forces Consumers to Shake the Pulp Inside
12
Folkloric Rum Branding
The Baron Samedi Spiced Rum Branding Takes Inspiration from Haitian Vodou
11
Agua Fresca Popsicles
These Fresh Summer Popsicles are Made with Latin American Recipes
10
Herb-Flavored Potato Chips
Herbs and Potatoes Come Together in These Red Rock Deli Snacks
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Refugee Coffee Cups
Road to Refuge Partnered with Cafes to Spread Awareness About Refugees
8
Political Pale Ales
Sibling Revelry Brewing's New Swing State Beer Celebrates the State of Ohio
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Food Truck-Inspired Chips
Wise Snacks' Potato Chips Take Inspiration from Food Truck Food
6
Squeezable Sweetener Bottles
Butternut Mountain Farm's Maple Syrup Bottle Encourages Daily Use
5
Anti-Plastic Fruit Campaigns
This Campaign Raises Awareness for Fruit in Plastic That's Not Needed
4
Child-Resistant Prenatal Vitamins
vitaPearl Multivitamins are Securely Stored in Locking Packages
3
Individually Wrapped Cheese Cubes
'Brilliant Blue' Blue Cheese Cubes Come in Single-Serving Sizes
2
Agave Cocktail Syrups
The Groovy Food Company is Now Selling Agave Nectar for the Bar Trade
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Sporty Promotional Cans
This Molson Coors Packaging Advertises the Coors Light Games
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Reusable Takeaway Packaging Pilots
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Unique Cannabis Packaging
Dogwalkers Launches a Twist on a Seasonal Staple with The Summer 6-Pack
Bio-Based Monomaterial Skincare Packaging
These Lumene Moisturizer Jars are Easy to Recycle
Playful Freezable Lunch Boxes
PackIt Presents a New Design for Its Freezable Playtime Lunch Box
Statement Glass Curvaceous Glassware
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Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Lager Popsicle Initiatives
Beer is Art Taps the Lager Popsicle Concept in Its Campaign
Reusable Packaging Supermarket Trials
Amcor and Ocado are Working Together for a Packaging Project
Color-In Fish Packaging
Fishwife's Limited-Edition Summertime Art Box Comes with Colored Pencils
Candle Jar Redesign Updates
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Functional Health-Focused Packaging Aesthetics
Cleveland Kitchen Upgrades Its Packaging & Identity
Food Packaging Refreshes
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Paper-Made Juice Packaging
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Romance-Themed Cookie Packaging
The Crumbl Red Box Packaging Commemorates Valentine's Day
Reduced Plastic Drink Packaging
This Lucozade Packaging Update Cuts Plastic Use
Beer Brand Artist Refreshes
Terrapin Beer Co. Refreshes Packaging With Artist Collaborations
Child-Resistant Beauty Droppers
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Sustainable Cafe Delivery Cases
This Paper Pulp Coffee Carrier Keeps Drinks Hot or Cold
Accessible Juice Drink Packaging
Robinsons Fruit Shoot is Rolling Out NaviLens Technology Support
Branded Packaging Solutions
Custom Packaging Enhances Product Presentation And Brand Identity
Perfume-Inspired Wine Bottles
Chloe Wine Collection's Limited-Edition Packaging Emphasizes Aroma
Glass-Lined Plastic Beverage Bottles
The KHS Supreme Bottle Delivers Glass-Like Performance
Gen Z-Focued Water Bottles
bubba® Redesigns Its Brand Image and Delivers Colorful Water Bottles
Recycable Sleeve Labels
Phenix Label Introduced Recyclable Shrink Sleeve Options
Sculptural Whisky Decanters
Artistry in Oak Reimagines the Bottle as a Bronze-Branched Sculpture
Reduced Packaging Drink Ranges
The 7-Eleven 7-Select Replenish Range Features a New Bottle Design
Modernized Beverage Packaging Designs
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India-Exclusive Storage Containers
Tupperware Introduces New Storage Solutions in India
Reduced Plastic Sandwich Packaging
The Seal N’ Flip Packaging from the Lacerta Group Reduces Costs
Wood Fiber Fruit Packaging
These Metsä Spring Muoto Punnet Products Come in Two Sizes
Color-Centric Beauty Packaging
Lumson's Absolute Collection is an Ode to the Color of the Year
Football-Themed Cereal Packaging
This General Mills Football Packaging Updates Several Brands
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Aluminum-Free Carton Packaging
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Freezable Wine Packs
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Elegant Rum Packaging Designs
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90s-Inspired Glass-Packaged Beverages
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Creative Collectible Spirits Bottles
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Moisture-Protecting Pharmaceutical Bottles
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Refined Bourbon Bottle Designs
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