It is often said that people speak with their hands, and things like popsicle moulds, umbrellas and even perfume bottles are all examples of hand-gesturing gear that make a statement in their packaging shape and graphic print. People have personified their possessions by giving them names, giving them voices (like Siri) and making them look like humans, all in hopes of making a statement.
The emotions people convey with simple gestures are really impressive and wide-ranging. For example, there are countless products like shoes, umbrellas and pillow cases that feature a ‘bird-flipping’ design, but there are also other forms of expression that are popular, like stationary holders in the shape of a fist, or caps and memory sticks with a ‘rock on!’ persona.
Marketers can use such insight to consider different approaches to packaging or branding a product so that it may assume the appropriate and desired personality.
22 Pieces of Gutsy Gesturing Gear
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15 Badass Bird-Flipping Innovations
From Middle Finger Statues to Profane French Fries
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Ironic Social Media Graphics
The Facebook Icon Series Mocks the Like Button
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Emotional Coat Hangers
Hang Your Coat From Welcoming Gestures Courtesy of Thelermont Hupton
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Simple Gesturing Stationary
The Mondolfi 'Enough Said' Cards are Straight to the Point
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Punch-Packing Perfumes
Captain America 'Only the Brave' is a Superheroic Scent
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Sign Language Armchairs
Rompecabezas by Pedro Reyes are Seats with Hand Gestures
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Handy Coat Hangers
These Hand Wall Hooks are a Creative Way to Spice Up Your Home Decor
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Trekkie Kitchen Accessories
The Vulcan Oven Mitt by Meninos Ensures You Live Long and Prosper
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Face-Replaced Fists
'Hands Up' by Paul Ripke Matches Stereotypes with Finger Symbols
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49 Peculiar Dictionary Concepts
From Revamped New Age Lexicons to Internet Gesture Glossaries
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Hand Gesture Candles
Give the Finger to Power Outages
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Funky Finger Shades
The 'Jeremy Scott Flesh Hands' are Eccentric and Manicured
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Surfer Greeting Caps
Fitted Hawaii 'Shaka' New Era Cap Makes Stylish Waves
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Expressive Skeletal Hand Exhibits
Hye Yeon Nam Creates a Highly Interactive Robotic Installation
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Welcoming Coffee Mugs
Ahoy the Cup Greets You at Tea Time with a Warm Gesture
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Provocative Parasols
The F*ck the Rain Umbrella Lets Mother Nature Know What You Really Think
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Crude X-Ray Illuminators
Andrea Maestri Fashions a Lamp that Flips Off Its Users
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Expressive Hand Memory Sticks (UPDATE)
These Hand Sign USB Drives Add Personality to Computers
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Magical Gesture Merchandizing
St.Olive Packaging Wins the Consumer Over with Divine Design
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Sci-fi Salute USB Keys
The Vulcan USB 2G Flash Drive Lets You Live Long and Prosper
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Humanized Hammers
Paul Martus Adds a Human Touch to Machinery (UPDATE)
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Old School Chillers
The Ghetto Pops Will Keep You Cool
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Billy Nunez Illustrates Stunning Androids with Detachable Visages
Biking Superheroes
Line Draw Depicts Iconic Comic-Book Characters on Two-Wheelers
Daring Nudist Dishwear
This Skinny Dip Teacup Collection Will Add Scandal to Any Afternoon Tea
Time-Teared Photos
Bobby Neel Adams Fuses the Old with the Young
White-Out Profile Pictures
The Human Facebook Default Avatar Series is Unique and Cool
Ironic Social Media Graphics
The Facebook Icon Series Mocks the Like Button
Sketchy Social Media Friends
Kyle Wilson Illustrates his Entire Friend List
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Wood Casting by Hilla Shamia Boasts a Metal Base
Luxurious Illuminated Furniture
These Lee Broom Designs are Bright
Cartoon Android X-Rays
Yves Jose Malgorn Illustrates Pop Characters with Robotic Organs
Pop-Up Book Art
Artist Thomas Allen Creates Amazing 3D Artwork Out of Classics
Paint-Dipped Packaging
Eleia Olive Oil Branding Mimics the Protective Treatment of Vines
Coffee Ground-Inspired Lighting
Raul Lauri's Decafe Lamp is Comforting, Aromatic and Eco-Friendly
Modular Rhombus Tables
These Alvaro Catalan de Ocon Designs are Highly Conceptual
Emotional Coat Hangers
Hang Your Coat From Welcoming Gestures Courtesy of Thelermont Hupton
Doodling Whiteboard Lighting
The Drawlamp by Doiy Design is Playful and Practical
Retro Hypnotizing Shades
The Jeremy Scott x Linda Farrow X-Ray Sunglasses are Sci-Fi
Intergalactic Kitchen Tools
Star Trek Pizza Cutter Beams Down at the Buick ‘Regal Remix'
Profane Stilettos
Tell the World to Buzz Off in the Massimo Dogana FU Shoes
Combined Couple Photos
Bobby Neel Adams Melds Partners into One
Shocking Sign Language Tees
The Controversial Social Hands Tee is Silently In-Your-Face
Sci-Fi Steampunk Masks
Paul McCue Gives Pop Culture Robot Characters a Victorian Makeover
Cute Character Clothes Pegs
These Animated Domestic Coat Hooks Exercise Limp Limbs
Film Roll Flash Drives
The Photojojo USB Film Roll Line Features Incognito USB Keys
Lovely Olive Oil Branding
Secret to Live Packaging Entices Heart-Healthy Food Lovers
Double-Framed Eyewear
The '4occhi Glasses' Accommodate Two Different Prescriptions
Mini Furniture Food
Sapore Dei Mobili Responds to the Overabundance of Contemporary Design
Leafy Folding Backrests
The Limbo Chair Provides Both Privacy and Openness
Presidental Mash-Up Tea Sets
The Abraham Obama Tea Set Pits Two Iconic Leaders Together
Bird-Flipping Bling Photoshoots
The Oyster Magazine Ashley Smith Editorial is a Rogue Road Trip
Fashionable Furniture Campaigns
This Parri Design 2012 Advertorial is Dynamically Chic
Earthy Bottle Branding
Alboredes Olive Oil Packaging References the Land that Bore it
Revamped Lexicons
The English Oxford Dictionary Officially Inducts Retweet, Sexting and Others
Reflective Marketing Campaigns
The Riviera Hotel Uses Mirrored Stickers for Promotion
Freaky Faceless Figures
Me & Edward Features Eery Images
Red Robot Recliners
The David Weeks Cubebot Couch is a Lifesize Action-Figure
Geometric Eco-Lighting
The in-ei Lampshade Collection by Issey Miyake is Sustainable and Stylish
Signpost Coat Racks
The Traffic Jam Clothes Hanger Directs Flow in Your Front Foyer
Microsoft Window Mugs
Coffee_Interface Cups Mirror the Functions in the Corner of Your Screen
Simulated Superhero Shields
Hasbro Releases Line of Toys for Captain America: the First Avenger
Quick-Charging Music Players
The Sony NWZ-B160 Series Breaths New Life Back Into Walkman Brand
Retro Robot Renderings
Anand Mistry Illustrates Mechanical Humanoids with a Vintage Aesthetic
Customized Eyewear Arms
A.C.E.S. Sunglasses by Arnette are Fun to Mix and Match
Social Media Backsides
The 'Back of a Webpage' Series Showcases Behind-the-Scenes of Sites
Vintage Vase-Like Illuminators
The Crystal Bulb by Lee Broom is Luxuriously Classy
Flexible Folding Furniture
'Sweet Talk and Dream' by Matali Crasset Caters to Comfort
Jigsaw Puzzle Beakers
Isabel Eeles 'Brick Lane' Paper Cups Use Playful Pieced-Together Designs
Playful Political Charts
Christopher Niemann Modernizes the Classic Game of Rock, Paper, Scissors
Country-Shaped Shades
The USA Sunglasses by Jeremy Scott are Flamboyant and Patriotic
Star Trek-Inspired 3D Visors
The Sony 3D Headset Will Have You Saying Goodbye to Your Glasses
Tipsy Tea Cups
Trixiedelicious Tastefully Labels a Saucer Set for Hardcore Alcohol
Smart Domestic Devices
The Knot Tablet Enables Intelligent Interaction with Your Home
Extravagant Stain-Dripped China
The Drip & Lip Cups are Designed to Fool at Classy Tea Parties
Explosive Coffee Cups
The Grenade Mug is for Big Shots With No Patience for Complaints
Inspection-Proof Parasols
The CCD-Me-Not Umbrella Keeps You Safe from Government Surveillance
Saucy Gesture Branding
The What Ever Wine Label is Full of Laid Back Sass
Intimately Tangible Teacups
Tea Cup by Marin Balaic Encourages You to Minfully Sip Your Sencha
Parent-Mocking Blogs
The STFU Parents Tumblr Lets You Express Your Frustration
Gold-Slinging Flash Drives
Steampunk Crypto USB Stick Blings up Tech Accessories with Flair
Ancient Character Packaging
The Etesian Gold Olive Oil Bottles Sport a Historic Greek Symbol
Quirky Cork Furniture
The Kenyon Yeh 'Pushpin Stool/Table' Is Lightweight and Can Seat or Serve
Fire Trail-Inspired Lighting
The After Image Floor Lamp Symbolizes a Korean Custom
Aqua Retro Eyewear
The Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses Feature Star-Quality Silhouettes
Folklore Creature Encyclopedias
'Bento Bestiary' Catalogs Mythical Japanese Beings
Pinched Glass Lighting
The Press Lamp by NENDO is Soft, Subtle and Minimalist
Heroic Car Shoots
Sonja Gutschera and Leif Henrik Osthoff Team Superheros with a Porsche
Corrupting Children's Literature
‘My First Dictionary' is a Wickedly Funny Read
Giraffe-Like Lighting
The GIFU Lamp Collection is Inspired by Savannah Fauna
Handyman Coat Hooks
The MOT Hanger by Jongho Park Hits the Nail on the Head
Leaf-Like Origami Lamps
'Lily' by Tetsuo Takahashi is Organic and Minimalist
Boyish Typographic Booze Branding
The Boca Negra Bottles are Masculine and Artistic
Playful Internet Keys
The Planex USB WiFi Dongle Provides Web Surfing with Personality
Translating Page-Savers
The Bookmark Dictionary Enhances Literary Comprehension
Cunning Hardcover Cushions
The Dictionary Desk Pillow Appears Serious but Facilitates Office Naps
First Avenger Movie Props
The Captain America Shield Replica Flys from the Screen to Your Hands
Superhero Meme Parodies
The Captain Nyanmerica Video Lacks a Pop Tart but is Packed With Power
Couture Terminator Photoshoots
The Harper's Bazaar May 2012 Haily Clausen Editorial is Robotic
Seriously Swag-Infused Shades
The Most Luxurious Pair of Sunglasses Can be Yours for $25,000
Handy Doorjamb Accessories
The 2nd Shift Key Plate Provides a Conveniently Placed
Epidermis-Examining Apps
DermoMap HD Helps to Diagnose Skin Disorders Without a Doctor
Giant Paperclip Sunglasses
Doktor A's H.R. Giger Glasses are Inspired by Illuminatus II
Entomological Alcohol Branding
Or Wine Packaging is Regionally Labeled by Bugs
Bird-Flipping Frames
These DIY Ai Weiwei Glasses Have You Seeing His Edgy Art Everywhere
Social Media Dictionaries
Twittonary Helps You Communicate in the Tech World
Linguistic Celeb Apps
Anne-Sophie Franck Teaches You French With the Daphnee Paris App
Symbolic Extract Branding
Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil Packaging is Simple and Scrupulous
Internet Gesture Glossaries
'Pinky Slang' is the "Urban Dictionary" of Hand Signs
Expressive Hand Memory Sticks (UPDATE)
These Hand Sign USB Drives Add Personality to Computers
Emotion-Teaching Playthings
Plan Toys' Build-A-Robot Targets Children with Autism
Humanoid Siri-Like Apps
Voice Answer is the New Voice-Response Device That'll Answer Anythin
Luminous LED Parasols
The Starry Sky Umbrella Will Brighten Up Those Rainy Days
Marvel Comic Memory Sticks
Get Your Geek on With the Superhero USB Flash Drives
Revolutionizing the Dictionary
This Erin Mckean Keynote Discusses How Words are Changing
Superhero Flash Drives
The Bat Stick 4GB Memory Stick is Ready to Keep Your Files Safe
Push-Pin Prophets
Rob Surette Has Created a Jesus Portrait Out of Tacks
Musical Barcode Apps
The Barcodas App Turns Barcodes into Pianos
Scrumptious Striped Snacks
The Glorious Treats Rainbow Jell-O Cups Brim with Color
Profane Signal Guides
'Rude Hand Gestures of the World' Teaches Crude Expressions Without Words
Animal-Bodied Typography
Llama Font Allows You to Create a Story Out of Flexing Llamas
Star Trek Seating
The Joquer Oru Armchair Looks Geometric and Intergalactic
Cute Couple Umbrellas
Keep You and Your Loved One Dry With the Senz Umbrella by Ameico
Comic Book Baking Accessories
Release Your Inner Child With the Marvel Heroes Cookie Cutter Set
Geeky Game Villain USBs
Fans of Mario Will Jump for Joy Over This Piranha Plant USB Key
Sci-fi Salute USB Keys
The Vulcan USB 2G Flash Drive Lets You Live Long and Prosper
Marvel Caricature USBs (UPDATE)
Jeff Kuhnie Brings a Band of Hero and Villain Flash Drives
Prank Computer Cords
The Usb-It Stick On USB Cable by Thinkgeek Turns Anything into a USB Device
Oil Recycling Incentives
The Barcelona Olipot Helps Households Dispose of Grease
Profane Bike Securities
The Lock-Off Gives Thieves One Simple Message
Comic Book Flash Drives
The Green Lantern Mimobot USB Flash Drive Will Protect Your Files
Hue-Shifting Parasols
The Colour Change Umbrella Adds Vibrancy to Rainy Days
Accidental Robot Barbers
The MA-UGV is Not Likely to be Your Next Go-To Barber
Lacy Hanging Lights
The Inge Simonis Paper Lamp Adds Some Intricate Detail to the Celing
Flash Drive Booze Poppers
i-Ecko Bottle Opener Condones Drinking and Surfing the Web
First Avenger Cooking Outfits
The Captain America 'Be The Hero' Apron Says Cook with Heroic Pride
Subtly Profane Advertisting
The Language Schools: Finger Ad is Quietly Humorous
Breeze-Blowing Umbrellas
You'll Be Super Cool With This "Fan-Tastic" Fanbrella Umbrella
Pop Star Toon Toys
Eric So x Edison Chen Vinyl Figures Turn the Crooner Into a Minifig
Biblical Book Towers
The Book Tower of Babel Celebrates UNESCO's World Book Capital of Bueno Aires
Smartphone Interpreter Apps
The Worldictionary App is Ideal for Tech-Savvy Travelers
Social Media Cautions
U.S. Department of Homeland Security to Issue Terror Warnings via Twitter
Baseball Encyclopedia Apps
The Pennant App Has Over 60 Years of Baseball Stats and Info
Piped Parasol Racks
The Loris & Livia Umbrella Stand Has an Endearing Industrial Appeal
Trekkie Toddler Toys
The Star Trek Mr. Potato Head Brings Geeky Families Together
Musical Mythological Creatures
The Serenading Unicorn Professes His Love to Sarah Silverman
Trekkie Money-Holders
Geek Out With the Star Trek Enterprise Wallet
Wind-Proof Parasols
The Fulton Titan-1 Umbrella Can Withstand Extremely Gusty Days
Real-Time Translators
You'll Never Need to Learn Another Language Thanks to NTT Docomo
Transit-Inspired Parasols
The London Undercover 'Green Line' Umbrella Pays Homage to Vintage Buses
Robotic Museum Tracks
The 'Artobots' Audio Tour Hack Reworks the Chamberlain Guggenheim Exhibit
Hands-Free Parasols
Backpack Umbrella Lets You Carry Multiple Groceries and Stay Dry
Cuddly Panda Flash Drives
Let the Pink Panda USB Guard Your Files While Looking Adorably Endearing
Interpretive iPhone Apps
The Google Translate App Breaks Down Communication Barriers
Potato-Inspired Coat Hooks
The Illusion Wall Features a Scratch and Stick Design
Strip Screen Translators
The View Trans Helps to Decode Foreign Languages from Written Text
Pant-Protecting USBs
The Very Private USB Belt Adds a Geeky Touch to Slacks