Retro packaging is making a serious resurgence in the marketing world, with many branding companies going back to age-old roots to give products a sense of authority.
The retro look also induces nostalgia in certain consumers, forging an emotional connection to the project. When one sees an old cassette tape re-branded as a case for a set of headphones, immediate memories of when they used this outdated piece of tech come to mind. Playing on emotions is a great way to win over customers and keep their business. Alyssa Phillips came up with this idea for a school project, and it was a major hit.
Retro packaging is just one way branding experts are experimenting with various designs, but it's certainly one that's gaining traction with both companies and consumers alike.
44 Examples of Retro Packaging
From Wooden Vinyl Organizers to Vintage Box Branding:
Jamie Danielle Munro — Mar 26, 2014 — Marketing
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Revolutionary Whiskey Bottles
The 'Lost Republic' Celebrates the 1846 California Bear Flag Revolt
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Overtly Masculine Advertising
Man Food is a New Brand Aimed at Men
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Groovy Booze Branding
Devil's Peak Beer Packaging Channels 70s Spirit and Nostalgia
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Vintage Shaver Branding
Spiff Packaging is 1950s-Designed to Appeal to Timelessly Dapper Gentlemen
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Sassy 60s Kitchenware
The Tala Retro Range Channels its Mid-Century Roots with Throwback Branding
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Intriguing Icing Attire Branding
These Frosting T-Shirts Sport Sweet Deceptive Packaging
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Retro Headphone Branding
Earbuds Cassette Packaging Houses Audio Accessories in an Old Tape
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Vibrant Patterned Packaging
Helios and Uniform Creative Vivacious Packaging for Organic Food
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Kidcore Burger Branding
This Peruvian Burger Chain Branding References 1990s-Era Design
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Vintage Popsicle Packaging
Bar Gelato Branding Brings Authenticity and Credibility to Iced Snacks
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Retro Frozen Treat Branding
The Beachy Cream Wrapper Exudes Fun, Nostalgia, and Style
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Playfully Retro Packaging
Brigaderia Tea Time Branding is as Lighthearted as its Range of Flavors
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Retro California Vino Branding
The Sangwine Packaging Design Celebrates the Sunshine State
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Retro Cold Brew Bottles
This Cold Brew Packaging Design is Rustic and Down-to-Earth
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Ornate Cosmetic Packaging
Daniel Pelavin Crafts Lavish Vintage-Inspire Containers
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Retro-Modern Beer Packaging
Big Boss Brewing Branding Design by McKinney is a Motley Iconic Mix
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Retro Chip Branding
Doritos Taco is Released With Packaging from the 1960s
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Nostalgic Pizzeria Branding
Enzo's Trattoria Draws Its Aesthetic Inspiration from Vintage Sports
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Milk Carton Gardens
Cultivating the Half Pint Garden is as Easy as Drinking Your Daily Calcium
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Vintage Patterened Vino
Jam Jar Wine Packaging Assumes a Nostalgic and Congenial Image
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Revived Beverage Vessels
Brew York City Branding Brings Back the Antique Growler
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Retro Pop Packaging
The SANS Natural Diet Soda is All Natural & Brilliantly Branded
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Retro Popsicle Branding
Dr. Feelgood Frozen Pops Feature a Vintage Brand Identity
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Wooden Vinyl Organizers
Laser Cut A-Z Record Dividers Make a Warm New Home for Your Old LPs
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Cursive Cabernet Branding
Pirie Tasmania Wine Packaging has a Fetching Fluidity
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Retrofied Chocolate Packaging
Studio AG Wraps Up John and Kira's Sweet Treats
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Brash Beer Branding
Austin Beerworks is Swathed in Boldly Vibrant Packaging
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Vintage Box Branding
Strong Boy Cereal Packaging Dishes Up a Serving of Nostalgia
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Retro Cartoon Beer
Bold City Brewery Uses Old-School Style Prints on Labels
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Broad Bottom Branding
Beach Bum Sunscreen Packaging Flaunts a Little Fanny for Shelf Appeal
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Fab Four Packaging
Darrell Bell Pays Homage to The Beatles with His Liverpool Collection of Ales
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Delectable Breakfast Branding
Chatterbox Cereal Packaging Serves Up Food for Thought
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Retro American Burger Campaigns
McDonald's Japan is Introducing a Line of Classic American Burgers
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Adventurous Vino Packaging
The Marque de Burgos Wine Label is Full of Wanderlust and Whimsy
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Canned Biscuit Branding
Vintage-Inspired Cookie Tins Contain a Nostalgic Strategy
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Flag Bearing Brews
The Miller High Life 2012 Summer Edition is a Suave Patriotic Nod
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Retro Pin-Up Packaging
This Miss Mary's Beverage Branding Embraces Vintage Imagery
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Vintage-Inspired Cereal Boxes
The Retro Edition Kellogg’s Cereal Boxes are Exclusive to Target
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Aquatic Pin-Up Vino Branding
The Fishwives Club Wine Labels are Seductively Strange
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Retro Baseball Branding
Goodwin Field Packaging Scores a Home Run with Nuts and Nostalgia
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Retro-Inspired Egg Packaging
Rahal Farms Celebrates Its Chickens with a Cute Carton Design
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Pinup-Branded Java
The Goshen Coffee Company Shows Retro Nautical Packaging
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Retro Dairy Pot Branding
Tesco Cream Takes Style Cues From Vintage Milk Bottles
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Cinematic Showdown Branding
The Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas Wine Pays Homage to the Princess Bride
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Retro-Chic Water Bottles
SMEG and 24Bottles Launched a 1950s-Inspired Hydration Vessel
Nostalgia-Driven Cereal Promotions
Kellogg’s Toy Story 5 Cereal Boxes Reintroduce In-Pack Toys
Retro Gaming Handhelds
Evercade Nexus Brings Physical Cartridges Back to Portable Gaming
Playable Mini Vinyls
Mini Brands Really Works Vinyl Makes Chart-Topping Hits Collectible
Modernized Boomboxes
We Are Rewind Revives the Boombox with Retro-Inspired GB-001 Cassette Player
Retro Gaming Controllers
Hyperkin Partners with ModRetro for M64-Compatible Designs
Paper-Made Lollipop Packaging
Chupa Chups Lollipops Have Received a Packaging Overhaul
Fashion-Forward Archiving Initiatives
Banana Republic Archive Spans the 70s Through the 90s
Exceptional Tequila Packaging Designs
PATRÓN Tequila Unveiled a Bottle and Packaging Redesign
Refreshed Jam Packaging Redesign
J.M. Smucker Co. Unveils Redesign of the Smucker’s Fruit Spreads
Authentic Mother's Day Commercials
Amazon Boxes Take Center Stage in a Heartfelt Campaign
Sharpened Brand Identities
Lacoste Rebrand Campaign Refocuses the Logo Through Sporty Storytelling
Retro Music Player Cases
The iPod Classic iPhone 17 Case Recreates the Look of a Worn Ipod
Beverage Packaging Updates
Capri Sun's Resealable Bottle is a Modern Twist on a Timeless Favorite
Better-For-You Snack Packaging Redesigns
Quinn Snacks Boasts a Comprehensive Packaging Redesign
Recycled Plastic Candy Packaging
Berry Global Group and Mars Launched 100% Recycled Plastic Jars
Vintage-Inspired Apparel Capsules
Reebok x Kodak Capture Nostalgia With a Fresh Capsule Collection
Compact Cassette-Inspired Music Players
FiiO's Snowsky Launched the Snowsky Retro Nano
Branded Power Banks
Reale Actives Created a Wireless Battery Pack for Recharging on the Go
Individuality-Focused Brand Campaigns
Adidas Originals' New Campaign Champions Timeless Classics
Sustainable Collectible Packaging
TOPPAN Replaces Plastic Packs with Paper-Based Alternatives
Modern Vitamin-Powered Water Rebrands
forpeople Revitalized the vitaminwater Brand's Aesthetic
Sustainable 3D-Printed Packaging Lines
APC Packaging's Adapte Collection is Innovative
Photography-Inspired Vintage Capsules
The Reebok x Kodak Capsule Collection Reimagines 90s Culture
Festive Snack Packaging Designs
Kellanova Debuts Its Seasonal Assortment of Snacks
Reusable Food Containers
ReLoopBox is a Returnable Packaging System for Vacuum-Sealed Groceries
Retro Phone Experiences
Brick 1100 Recreates Classic Mobile Simplicity On Modern Smartphones
Retail Advertising Campaigns
IKEA Hides Price Tags to Highlight Material Quality in a New Campaign
Upgraded Brand Packaging Schemes
Higgidy Launches a New Brand Look Across Multiple Products
Industrial-Inspired Brand Events
Reitmans Reimagined its Distribution Centre for a Curated Event
Sustainable Paper Cosmetic Packaging
The Arcade Beauty Paper Packette is Made with 80% Paper
Consumer-Focused Packaging Strategies
Hershey's Unveils Elevated Packaging at Sweets & Snacks Expo
Protein Packaging Refresh Initiatives
Pre® Brands Reimagines Its Grass-Fed Beef Products Packaging
Card-Labeled Coffee Bags
Blueprint Coffee's New Bag Design Has Pockets with Informational Cards
Retro Audio Systems
TRETTITRE Retro Back to the Future Blends Analog Formats with Streaming
Experiential Brand Stores
New Era Creates Interactive Retail Space With Custom Cap Design
Nostalgic Compact Clear Cassettes
The Retrospekt CP-81 Reintroduces Tape Culture with Modern Style
Sustainable Packaging Options
Vetroplas Partners Highlight Refillable, Recycled And Airless Soluti
Collectible Fandom Packaging
Spider-Man-Themed Takis Bags Turn Snacks into Fan Collectibles
Refillable Glass Packaging Designs
Bormioli Luigi Unveiled the 'Swing' and 'Reverre'
Decluttered Ad Campaigns
IKEA Unpackaged Goods Organizes Branded Products into Storage Containers
Circular Beauty Packaging
SGD Pharma Expands Refillable and Recycled Glass Solutions
Charming Retro Storage
This Floppy Disk Inspired SD Card Concept Brings Forth Vintage Style
Shelf-Stable Packaging Solutions
Amcor’s Retort Bottle Innovation is Good for Nutritional Shots
Paper-Based Barrier Drink Packaging
Tetra Pak and Sterilgarda Alimenti Partnered on New Packaging
Minimal Snack Packaging
The Calbee Packaging Redesign Replaces Bright Colors with Monochrome
Vintage Photo Makers
Retrova Transforms Digital Photos Into Custom Vintage-Style Polaroids
Resealable Recyclable RTD Packaging
The Reef RTD is Now Being Offered in a Tetra Pak Container
Vintage Imaging Kits
PGYTECH RetroVa Turns iPhones into Vintage Photo Systems
Heritage Grocery Packaging
Bob’s Red Mill Redesigned Its Packaging for Easier Shelf Navigation
Lightweight Circular Wine Packaging
Vetropack combines lighter bottles with reusable wine systems
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Retro Team Beer Cans
Budweiser MLB Team Cans Feature Vintage Baseball Graphics for Anniversary
Gamified Snack Packaging
Hershey’s Released Pokémon Chocolates with 151 Collectible Foil Designs
Artful Bandage Collections
The Met x BAND-AID Collaboration Shares Exclusive First-Aid Products
Retro Cherry Colas
Diet Cherry Coke is Returning for a Limited Time in 80s-Style Packaging
Candle Jar Redesign Updates
Yankee Candle Introduces a Modern Candle Design with Nostalgic Details
Retro Audio Cabinets
Arcade Game-Shaped Cabinet by Love Hultén Plays Vinyl and Cassette Tapes
Functional Health-Focused Packaging Aesthetics
Cleveland Kitchen Upgrades Its Packaging & Identity
Heritage Beverage Branding
Schweppes Redesign Updates Packaging and Revives the Skittle Bottle
Qsr Retro Film Tributes
Domino’s 40th Anniversary is Honored with a Nostalgic Short Film & Capsule
Paper-Made Juice Packaging
The Tetra Park Tetra Brik Aseptic is Made with Up to 80% Paper
Poetic Secondhand Campaigns
Depop's Where Taste Recognizes Taste Celebrates Style Doppelgangers
Romance-Themed Cookie Packaging
The Crumbl Red Box Packaging Commemorates Valentine's Day
Beer Brand Artist Refreshes
Terrapin Beer Co. Refreshes Packaging With Artist Collaborations
Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming
Retroid Designs the Pocket Classic Gaming Device
Gen Z-Focued Water Bottles
bubba® Redesigns Its Brand Image and Delivers Colorful Water Bottles
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Recycable Sleeve Labels
Phenix Label Introduced Recyclable Shrink Sleeve Options
Returnable Meal Containers
ReBento Updates Food Packaging with a Reusable Collection System
Modernized Beverage Packaging Designs
Seagram's Escapes Debuts New Packaging and Its Latest Flavor
Multipurpose Partitioned Packaging Designs
Inline Plastics Essentials Platter Design is Versatile
Nostalgic Summer Snacks
Entenmann's Launches Childhood-Inspired Seasonal Treats
Nostalgic Classic Snacks
Back to Nature Received a Vibrantly Bold Rebrand
Retro-Inspired Handheld Game Consoles
Sara Ourani Designs the SUP Game Box 400 Console
Refillable Skincare Lineups
Fig.1 Beauty Emphasizes Sustainability in Its Packaging
European Eyewear Collections
Retrosuperfuture and Bimba Y Lola Work with Archival Designs
Classic Fashion Campaigns
Perry Ellis International Marks 70 Years of Its Original Penguin Brand
Futuristic Vintage Headphones
The Ricoh Space Age Headphone Has Retro Design and Modern Audio Tech
In-Store DIY Packaging Stations
Taco Bell UK is Uniquely Supporting Circular Fashion Sellers
Elegant Rum Packaging Designs
Zacapa Rum Debuts a Striking Redesign for Its Premium XO Expression
Collaborative Packaging Development
UNITED CAPS Launches Live Packaging Co-Creation Sessions
Audio Experience-Integrated Beverage Packaging
TapTunes, Inc. Has Introduced Virtual Wax
Recyclable Bottle Containers
The 'Recyklobox' Allows For Sustainable In‑Store Returns
Vibrant Organic Product Branding
Fruit Bliss Introduces Its First Packaging Redesign in Ten Years
Bright Brand Identity Updates
Big Hug Becomes a Purpose-Driven Brand with Bold Rebrand by JDO
Recycled PET Industrial Bags
Boxon Launches Food-Contact Big Bags Approved in EMEA
Paper Food Packaging Campaigns
This Koehler Paper Campaign Showcases the Market Shift
Suitcase-Style Vinyl Players
The Mixx Revival 55 by Mixx Audio is a Portable Record Player
Premium Wellness Packaging Systems
Abox Agency Designs a Premium Naturare Brand Identity
Retro Colored Containers
Crayola x S'well Team Up for a Limited Edition Retired Colors Collection
Vintage Parrot Packaging Refreshes
Heraclis Reintroduced Its Historic Parrot Emblem
Retro Music Platforms
Retro Play Streams Pre-2011 Music Videos With Curated Playback
Streamlined Packaging Updates
Blanco's New Packaging Design is Holistic in Nature
Modern Premium Pet Packaging
Pet 'n Shape Boasts New Packaging for Its Premium Dog Treats & Chews
Linerless Produce Packaging
Ravenwood and Troya introduce linerless labelled fruit packs
Retro Tinned Fish Packs
BELA's Since '97 Legacy Pack Shares a Taste of a Brand Ahead of Its Time
Archival Packaging Revivals
Chick-Fil-A Newstalgia Marks an 80th Anniversary Rollout
Retro Snack Cake Campaigns
Vachon's Rosettes Campaign Stirs Nostalgia in Gen X and Millennials
Rum-Based Cream Liqueur Packaging
Ponche Kuba Has Introduced New Eye-Catching Packaging
Greek-Inspired Bakery Packagings
The Daily Greek Packaging Rebranded by A.S. Strategy
Adorable Mini Instant Cameras
The Retro Digital Toy Camera Brings Tiny Photo Capture to Keychains
Retro-Inspired PC Cases
Maingear's Retro95 Makes High-End PCs Look like Old 90s Boxes
Interchangeable Component Cosmetic Packaging
The APC Packaging Adapté Collection is Adaptable
Entertainment Venue-Branded Retro Merchandise
Dave & Buster's Debuts a Limited-Edition Capsule
Sophisticated Tequila Packaging Designs
El Mayor Tequila Has Unveiled Redesigned Packaging
Sustainable Luxury Packaging
Silverhand Estate Pairs Premium Wine with Reusable Packaging
Modernized Soup Packaging Designs
Zoup! Specialty Products Undergoes a Rebranding Initiative
Spanish Brewery Anniversary Packaging
Estrella Damm Launches New 150th Anniversary Packing Designs
Colorful Dental Packaging System
Veralidad Studio Reimagined Odoprox Packaging
Glass Bottle Packaging Designs
Vetroplas Debuts the Renato Bottle René Pump And Dropper Options
Young Consumer-Focused Store Redesigns
Auntie Anne's Presents a Contemporary Updated Aesthetic
Customizable Packaging Solutions
Wax Paper Global Has Introduced an Innovative Packaging Solution
Plastic-Reduced Food Packaging
SPAR Austria Trials Meat Packaging That Uses 70% Less Plastic
Nostalgic Audio Interfaces
CassetteOne Blends Retro Design With Ambient Audio and Playlists
Reduced-Plastic Packaging Moves
Squire Shifts to Box and Card Packaging
Nostalgia-Powered Retail
Zellers Revives a Canadian Favorite With New Ontario Stores
Generational Wellness Campaigns
Sports Research Evolved Its Marketing into a Cultural Movement
Regal-Style Packaging Collections
Hunter Luxury Unveiled 'The Regency Collection'
Bold Geometric Coffee Packs
3rd Floor Unveiled Its ORO Conceptual Coffee Packaging
Expanded National Return Systems
Returpack Pantamera Launched the Sweden Deposit Return
Retro Snack Rebrands
Back to Nature Unveils California-Inspired Nostalgic Packaging Design
Revamped Packaging Brand Websites
Macpac's New Website Highlights its Sustainability Efforts
Nostalgic Camping Gear
HAY's Camping Collection References Retro Forms with Updated Materials
Anti-Fraud RAM Packaging
Corsair Redesigned Its Vengeance DDR5 Packaging to Combat Scams
Nostalgic Celebrity-Supported Beverage Campaigns
Clearly Canadian Recently Revived Its Brand
Packaging Anniversary Refresh
King’s Hawaiian Marks 75 Years with a Joyful New Look
Eco Cork Organizers
The Stackable Cork Boxes Offer Eco-Friendly and Tactile Storage
Brandless Packaging Campaigns
McDonald’s Tested a Name-Free 'Famous Order' Promotion
Retro Component Libraries
Retro UI Offers React And Tailwind-Based Retro Styled UI Components
Nostalgic Slap Bracelet Giveaway
The Human Bean Gives Slap Bracelets With its 90s-Inspired Drinks
Food-Safe PET Sorting Standards
Returpack/Pantamera PET bottle Earnned Its RecyClass Certification
Analog Nostalgia Installations
Back to Basics II Celebrates Retro Tech with Vivid Paper Sculptures
Retro Pastel Flip Clocks
Minimalist Flip Clock Concept Brings Retro Charm for Modern Desks
Multi-Brand Snack Boxes
Bobby’s Expands its Delivery Capabilities with the ‘Brand Box’ Service
Stylish Suitcase Turntables
The Mixx Revival 55 is Great for Listeners Who are New to Vinyl
Sustainable Aerosol Packaging
Aptar Beauty Adds Twist-to-Lock Mechanisms for Leak-Resistant Sprays
Patented Coffret Opening Systems
The Coupe-fil Coffret Was Introduced by Verpack
Retro Bluetooth Boomboxes
Bumpboxx BB-777 Brings Oversized Speakers and Cassettes to Modern Audio
Refined Bourbon Bottle Designs
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Unveiled its New Core Packaging