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# Archaeological Wine Labels
These 'Left Field' Wine Labels Feature Imagined Mythical Creatures

By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-07-06 | Marketing
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/left-field
References: [thedieline](http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2015/7/1/left-field-wines) & [aaronpollock](http://aaronpollock.com/)

'Left Field' wine company collaborated with Aaron Pollock Designs in creating [new labels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almanac-series) to solidify and strengthen the brand's image. The labels feature [whimsical creatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irnbru-xtra-legend-editions) that combine archaeological etchings and pure imagination.

Each label is a uniquely illustrated vintage-like image of a creature that doesn't truly exist. There are images such as the 'Flying Squidmill,' which is a fish and squid hybrid that also has massive fin-like wings. The bottom of the image also has a windmill that resembles a launchpad for the Flying Squidmill to take-off from.

The interesting creatures are a peculiar way to promote wine yet each label is cohesive with one anther and it creates a perfect unison among the bottles. This also reflects well on Left Field as a brand that provides authentically rustic wine with a [playful sense of humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mullet).

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.0/10
- Popularity: 43% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Whimsical Wine Labels:** The trend of using imaginative and playful designs on wine labels allows brands to stand out and create a unique identity.
- **Collaborative Branding:** The trend of partnering with designers or artists to create custom labels helps brands solidify their image and differentiate themselves in the market.
- **Authenticity with a Twist:** The trend of combining traditional and rustic elements with unexpected and imaginative elements creates a sense of authenticity and playfulness in the wine industry.

### Where This Applies

- **Wine:** The wine industry can embrace the trend of whimsical labels to attract and engage consumers who seek unique and visually appealing products.
- **Design:** The design industry can seize the opportunity to collaborate with wine companies and create custom labels that reflect the brand's personality and values.
- **Marketing:** The marketing industry can explore the trend of storytelling through imaginative wine labels to create compelling narratives that resonate with consumers.

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