# Double-Take To-Go Boxes 'Chinese Fake-Out' Brings a Smile With Your Chow Fun By Brian G Randles | Published 2009-12-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chinese-fake-out References: [coroflot](http://www.coroflot.com/public/individual_file.asp?individual_id=225182&portfolio_id=3065502) & [juxtapoz](http://www.juxtapoz.com/component/option,com_jfusion/Itemid,16/action,profile/jfile,/u,1123/) We have all experienced some [leftover Chinese food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tai-pei-chow-mein) that is reasonably edible, but obviously questionable. The ‘Chinese Fake-Out’ boxes from Nathaniel Osollo bring a little laughter with your lo mein and would be a great way for a restaurant to make themselves stand out. The boxes are all done by hand and feature curious faces which put a cool spin on your take-out. Check out more Trend Hunter [take-out treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blank-happy-meal) below. **Implications** - One of the simplest and most effective ways a company can standout in a crowded marketplace is by featuring [product packaging design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redesigned-retail-packaging) that is radically different from others in the field. WIth the avant-garde design, the company immediately distinguishes itself from competitors and increases the chances consumers will immediately recognize their products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Avant-garde Packaging Design:** Companies can stand out in a crowded marketplace by featuring product packaging design that is radically different from others in the field. - **Humorous Take-out Boxes:** Introducing humor into take-out packaging like the 'Chinese Fake-Out' boxes can provide a unique and memorable experience for customers. - **Handcrafted Custom Packaging:** Handcrafted packaging designs, such as the curious faces on these take-out boxes, offer a personalized touch that can enhance brand recognition and customer satisfaction. ### Where This Applies - **Restaurants:** Restaurants can adopt avant-garde packaging design to differentiate themselves in a competitive market and leave a lasting impression on customers. - **Food Delivery Services:** Food delivery services can explore the use of humorous take-out boxes to create a distinctive and fun brand image. - **Packaging Design:** The handcrafted custom packaging trend opens up opportunities for packaging design companies to offer unique and personalized solutions to businesses in various industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Take-Out Box Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tablebag.md) - [Unexpectedly-Amusing Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-death-misfortune-cookies.md) - [Fakeaway Frozen Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inspired-cuisine-munch-box.md) - [Burger-Themed DIY Cat Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcdonalds-cat-boxes.md) - [Fakeaway Meal Hotlines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-joy.md) - [Seaweed-Based Takeout Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-eat-takeaway.md) - [Lockable Pizza Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockable-pizza-boxes.md) - [Convenient Cherry Tomato Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/special-edition-cherry-tomato.md) - [Transformative Pizza Box Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-moving-box-table.md)