# False Impression Adhesives (UPDATE) 'X-Tape' by mmiinn Disguises Your Ordinary Cardboard Box By Marina Rotharmel | Published 2012-08-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xtape-by-mmiinn References: [incrediblethings](http://www.incrediblethings.com/art-design/x-tape-dresses-up-your-package/) & [gnr8.biz](http://www.gnr8.biz/product_info.php?products_id=1419) 'X Tape' by mmiinn makes every package you send a little more fancy. The tape gives the false appearance that your box or gift is in a much more sturdy case than it actually is. The tape comes in a number of designs including tower bolts, o rings, hinges and leather straps. This fun product gives the receiver the impression that you care enough that you're willing to give them more than just a plain old cardboard box. Make your package look like a vintage suitcase with the leather strap tape or go medieval with the o ring tape. Lock it up securely with the tower bolts or even put an aged look on with the hinges. No matter what you decide, the X Tape has the power to transform any ordinary container. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Disguise Tape:** Innovative tapes that create the false impression of sturdy cases for ordinary cardboard boxes, providing opportunities for companies to create unique packaging options. - **Decorative Shipping Materials:** The rise of decorative shipping materials, like X Tape, allows companies to offer personalized and creative packaging options that make their products stand out in the market. - **Eco-friendly Shipping Materials:** Eco-friendly shipping materials using alternative production methods and materials to reduce waste and environmental impact in the increasingly popular shipping industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Packaging Industry:** The packaging industry is beginning to shift towards more personalized, creative options like X Tape that can offer more value to customers. - **E-commerce Industry:** E-commerce retailers can use X Tape and similar products to improve customer experiences by providing unique packaging options for their products. - **Sustainable Packaging Industry:** Sustainable packaging companies can innovate eco-friendly shipping materials and reduce waste, offering an alternative to traditional packaging options and meeting the demand of those environmentally-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tape Crafting Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-tape.md) - [Edible Food-Safe Adhesives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tastee-tape.md) - [Ultra-Slim Delivery Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flap-it.md) - [Confetti-Filled Wrapping Papers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/confetti-wrapping-paper.md) - [Simplified Fastener Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-coded-packaging.md) - [Camera-Equipped Delivery Parcels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/living-packets.md) - [Striking E-Commerce Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maksim-arbuzov.md) - [Clamping Stationery Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peleg-design-clamptape.md) - [Bread-Themed Wrapping Paper Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bakermee.md)