# Origami-Inspired Crepe Cones Lauren Shimming Revamps A.B.'s Coffee and Crepes Take-Out Packaging By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-03-21 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lauren-shimming References: [thedieline](http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2011/3/21/student-spotlight-lauren-shimming.html) & [laurenschimming](http://www.laurenschimming.com/) Lauren Shimming, a student at the [University of Kansas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reishi-mushroom-printable-material), has designed an [eco-friendly way](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-pulp-coffee-carrier) for patrons of A.B.'s Coffee and Crepes to take out the delicious pancake treat. The locally owned restaurant has been using typical Styrofoam clam shells for their take-out orders, but with Lauren Shimming's new design, its customers will leave with a contemporary crepe cone. The idea for the new take-out packaging was inspired by [origami folding cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita). What Lauren Shimming did was take the folding aspect of origami and infused it with the traditional crepe cone, creating a package that can be sealed for people on the go. What's nice about Lauren Shimming's package design is that when you do finally decide to sit down and eat, the cone can be fully unfolded into a plate off of which you can eat. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/branding) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Packaging:** Lauren Shimming's origami-inspired crepe cone packaging offers an eco-friendly alternative to traditional take-out containers. - **Functional Packaging:** The folding design of Lauren Shimming's packaging allows for easy handling and convenient consumption on-the-go. - **Multipurpose Packaging:** The crepe cone packaging can be transformed into a plate, eliminating the need for additional serving dishes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food Packaging:** The food packaging industry can explore innovative designs inspired by origami to provide more sustainable and functional solutions for take-out orders. - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains can adopt origami-inspired packaging for their products, offering customers an eco-friendly and convenient dining experience. - **Catering Services:** Catering services can benefit from crepe cone packaging, as it provides a versatile and practical option for serving and presenting food at events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Edible Treat Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treat-container.md) - [Paper-Made Pancake Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lata-pancakes.md) - [Combinational On-the-Go Food Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beltur-go.md) - [Collapsible Folding Carrier Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-cup.md) - [Reusable Folding Storage Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calzone-tableware.md) - [All-In-One Compostable Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-butterfly-cup.md) - [Eco-Friendly Instant Noodle Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-cup-packaging.md) - [Geometric Croissant Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/croissant-designs.md) - [Origami-Inspired Seating Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origamiinspired-design1.md)