# Polygonal Cereal Packaging This Froot Loops Cereal Packaging Avoids Spilling the Breakfast Food By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-03-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cereal-packaging References: [homecrux](http://www.homecrux.com/2016/03/18/43765/quirky-froot-loops-packaging-will-never-lead-to-messy-spills.html) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/gallery/34850907/Packaging-Froot-loops) Cereal is overwhelmingly packaged in a rectangular box, but this [Froot Loops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/froot-loops-mini-bagels) cereal packaging design switches things up with a polygonal aesthetic. Featuring ten sids and a fold-out pouring spout, the packaging is intended to stop spills from occurring in the morning; the worst time to make a mess. Designed by Prachi Deshingkar and Shikha Kanakla of the MIT Institute of Design India, the Froot Loops cereal packaging design features a clear window to see the inside. The fold-out flap that allows the cereal to be poured is multicolored to copy the likeness of the brand character [Toucan Sam](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigbilled-bird-food-concept). Although the packaging is merely conceptual at this time, it holds significant promise for being a fresh way to update traditional packaging preconceptions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Polygonal Packaging:** The trend of using polygonal packaging designs provides an opportunity for brands to stand out and create a unique visual identity. - **Spill Prevention:** The trend of incorporating spill prevention features in packaging presents an opportunity for brands to offer a more convenient and mess-free user experience. - **Conceptual Packaging:** The trend of conceptual packaging designs creates opportunities for brands to explore innovative and unconventional approaches to product packaging. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food Packaging:** The food packaging industry can leverage polygonal designs and spill prevention features to enhance product functionality and brand appeal. - **Consumer Goods:** The consumer goods industry can adopt conceptual packaging designs to differentiate products and attract attention on store shelves. - **Design and Innovation:** The design and innovation industry can embrace the trend of polygonal and spill-proof packaging to create disruptive solutions that enhance user experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recyclable Cereal Liner Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperbased-cereal-packaging.md) - [Ergonomic Eco-Friendly Drink Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetra-prisma-aseptic-300-edge.md) - [Reformed Yogurt Packagings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomadic-greiner-packaging.md) - [Recyclable Cereal Packaging Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greiner-k3-r100.md) - [Crumb-Funneling Chip Packets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chip-packet.md) - [Playful Coffee Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunday-coffee-project.md) - [Cartoon-Themed Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kelpo.md) - [Football-Themed Cereal Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/general-mills-football-packaging.md) - [Bird-Shaped Food Packagings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigbilled-bird-food-concept.md)