# Vibrant Slice Branding Strange Fruit Packaging Serves a Taste of Exotic with a Stimulating Look By Amelia Roblin | Published 2012-06-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strange-fruit-packaging References: [thedieline](http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2012/6/16/student-spotlight-strange-fruit.html) & [samanthasalzano](http://www.samanthasalzano.com/Strange-Fruit) When it comes to [merchandizing food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meatcrafters), the consumer's eyes must become his taste buds. It's concepts like Strange Fruit packaging that get you salivating with just visuals as sensory stimulation. Designer Samantha Salzano translated the exciting flavors of lychee, jackfruit and kumquat into vivid tropical ink colors and unconventionally shaped wrappers. The scaly textures of the juicy edibles' rinds are printed and accentuated with chromatic dimension onto [disposable cases that resemble sliced fruit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigbilled-bird-food-concept). When clustered together, the delicious-looking wedges produce what appear to be whole near-spherical yield. But when observed separately, each piece of Strange Fruit packaging incorporates a little clear window where a pip might be. This offers you a look inside at the scrumptious [exotic snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guava-snacks), which are bits of dried Asian and African delights. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Exotic Fruit Packaging:** Innovative packaging design that transforms the appearance of the fruit into a visually appealing product. - **Edible Packaging:** Development of eco-friendly packaging made with edible materials. - **Virtual Taste Experiences:** Advancements in technology that create multi-sensory experiences through visuals, aromas, and flavors. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Innovative packaging could differentiate products and attract consumers in a crowded market. - **Packaging:** The use of creative and sustainable materials to design unique packaging experiences could be a game changer for the industry. - **Technology:** Opportunities for businesses to leverage technology and create virtual experiences for potential customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Organic Product Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruit-bliss.md) - [Fruit Texture Juice Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vimto-packaging.md) - [Vibrant Snack Packaging Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooper-street-snacks.md) - [Convenient Cherry Tomato Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/special-edition-cherry-tomato.md) - [Food Packaging Refreshes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higgidy-1.md) - [Good Fortune Citrus Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunkist-growers-packaging.md) - [Vibrantly Re-Designed Tea Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chay-tea.md) - [Interactive Fruit Juice Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jus-de-fruits-caraibes.md) - [Vibrant Spanish Meat Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onmi-design.md)