# Glueless CD Covers The Uniques Album Holds Together Seamlessly By Vittoria Natarelli | Published 2010-09-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-uniques-album References: [lovelypackage](http://lovelypackage.com/the-uniques/) & [cargocollective](http://cargocollective.com/pistakralovic) The Uniques [album packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/albumcover-ai) was designed by a member of the band. The album was packed into an A3 poster without any adhesive involved. When folded, the paper had so much friction that it could hold the CD without any glue or plastic. This seamless package could inspire other artists and designers to create similar packaging pieces. The Uniques album is [glueless](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linumtube), making it more [environmentally friendly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperseal-pressed), and convenient for purchasers of the album. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Glueless Packaging:** Creating packaging designs that eliminate the use of adhesives, benefiting the environment and enabling more convenient use. - **Friction-based Packaging:** Exploring novel methods of holding products in place through the use of friction, allowing for simpler and more sustainable packaging solutions. - **Sustainable Album Packaging:** Developing album packaging designs that prioritize sustainability while still providing a visually striking and unique experience. ### Where This Applies - **Music Industry:** Providing an opportunity for artists and musicians to create environmentally friendly merchandise and album packaging that stands out from traditional options. - **Product Packaging Industry:** Developing new techniques and materials for packaging that could benefit a variety of products beyond music albums. - **Stationery and Craft Supplies Industry:** Creating innovative and sustainable paper products that can be used for creative crafting projects and art prints, while reducing waste and environmental impact. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Indie Album Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moon-music.md) - [Paper-Made Shrink Wrap Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traywrap.md) - [Plastic-Replacing Packaging Sleeves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mondi-hughold-paper-packaging-solution.md) - [Minimalist CD Player Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinyl-cover.md) - [Sustainable Recycled Paper Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-screws-no-glue.md) - [Label-Less Wine Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crate-by-fourth-wave-wines.md) - [Translucent Record Storage Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aurala120a.md) - [Transparent Audio CD Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clearframe-cd.md) - [Alcohol-Free Gift Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gimber.md)