Packaging Design

The Power of Nostalgia: Designing for Instant Emotional Impact

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Emotional connection is critical for a brand because it creates a deeper connection with consumers, influencing loyalty, purchase behavior, and overall brand perception. By evoking fond associations with a particular era, product, or cultural moment, brands can establish a bond with consumers, through a sense of comfort and trust. Human decision-making is greatly driven by […]

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Innovation Meets Recognition! SLD is Proud to Bring Home Four Awards at the 17th Edition GRANDS PRIX DU DESIGN

We are excited to announce that SLD has been recognized at the GRANDS DU PRIX DESIGN Awards for our design works on the Chongquing Rural Commercial Bank (CQRC), the Child Development Institute (CDI), Clover Leaf Seafoods, and Merryberrybublé. “Awards are a testament to the strength of our partnerships and the hard work and innovation SLD brings

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Krema Yogourt

https://www.sld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Precomp_HEADER-1.movhttps://www.sld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/HEADER_LOGO.webm Decadent Design Tantalizing the senses with rich, luxurious visual cues. CLIENT Lactalis PROJECT Krema Yogourt RELATED SERVICE Package DesignStrategy THINK The indulgent yogourt category is growing as consumers seek healthier snacks and desserts that feed the body and the senses. As part of the Olympic brand, consumers recognize Krema as a high-quality 100% natural

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How Private Labels Can Capitalize on Value-Based Grocery Shopping

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In an uncertain economy, grocery stores have a unique opportunity to win over customers through pricing as food costs continue to rise. With the rapid expansion of private label brands across North America, grocers have been able to introduce excellent private label offerings that deliver both selection and value. With this rise, how can grocery

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Doritos Guacamole

https://www.sld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Doritos_Logo.webmhttps://www.sld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/DORITOS_LOGO-1.mov Boldly Guacamole Utilizing the BLINK FACTOR to modernize a fan-favorite flavor. CLIENT PepsiCo PROJECT Doritos Limited Time Offers RELATED SERVICE Package Design THINK Creating Limited Time Offerings (LTOs) can be challenging because the packaging design must communicate various elements to stand out on the shelf during the product’s limited shelf life.   Doritos aimed

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SVNS Hard Seven Up

https://www.sld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/SVNS_Header_Alpha-master.webmhttps://www.sld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/SVNS_Header_Alpha-master.mov 7UP Enters The Mix Tapping into a surging market using an iconic brand to deepen customer appeal. CLIENT PepsiCo PROJECT SVNS Hard Seven Up RELATED SERVICE Package DesignStrategy https://www.sld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Precomp_ThinkAnimation-1-1.movhttps://www.sld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Precomp_ThinkAnimation-1.webm THINK As Ready-To-Drink alcoholic beverages gained popularity in Canada, PepsiCo partnered with Labatt to capitalize on the already popular mix of 7UP and Vodka in

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Clover Leaf: Premium Line

https://www.sld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/SLD_CaseStudy_CloverLeaf_Video_TOP-1-1.movhttps://www.sld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/SLD_CaseStudy_CloverLeaf_Video_TOP-1.webm MAKING WAVES Curating a refined culinary experience with an elevated design. CLIENT Clover Leaf Seafoods PROJECT Premium line for Clover Leaf Seafoods RELATED SERVICE Package Design https://www.sld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/SLD_CaseStudy_CloverLeaf_Video_BOTTOM.webmhttps://www.sld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/SLD_CaseStudy_CloverLeaf_Video_BOTTOM-1.mov THINK To captivate food enthusiasts, Clover Leaf Seafoods introduced a premium product line. The packaging design should look modern, appealing, and inspiring, all while setting the brand

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Giant Tiger Marché

https://www.sld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CaseStudy_GTMarche_Video_v4.mp4 ELEVATED ESSENTIALS A thoughtful visual system created to work across a wide range of product categories. CLIENT Giant Tiger PROJECT Giant Tiger Marché RELATED SERVICE Visual Identity Design Private Label Design & Optimization Package Design THINK Positioned as a national brand equivalent (NBE), Giant Tiger Marché is a new private label brand by Giant

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The Importance of Details in Packaging: 3 Examples of Thoughtful Packaging Design

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Grocery shopping is a habitual task of navigating aisles, filling carts, and checking out products. Amid this routine, brands have a unique opportunity to engage consumers through their package design. The magic lies in the details—small touches that can make shoppers pause and appreciate the products they choose, creating the opportunity to turn an ordinary

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Using Gamification For CPG Brands

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In an age of information overload, the CPG industry is constantly looking for innovative strategies to capture consumer attention. One viable approach is the integration of game elements and prizes into marketing, product, or packaging designs. Gamification can emotionally engage consumers through leveraging the intense emotions of rivalry and accomplishment. CPG brands that wish to

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What can CPG Brands Learn from Packaging Design in South America?

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In our packaging series from around the world, we’ve approached and dissected diverse packaging design styles from continents like Asia, Europe, and Oceania. For our journey into South America, rather than styling, we’ll be appreciating packaging design in the context of specific beverage categories, including coffee, tea, wine, and beer. South American beverages are some

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What can CPG Brands Learn from Packaging Design in Oceania?

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In our packaging design journey around the world, we’ve explored the diverse styles of Asia and the classic elegance of Europe. Now, we will venture into the scenic and vibrant world of Oceania, a region famous for its natural landscapes, fruits, and veggies. Oceania’s packaging design features positivity and a dash of the sunny, carefree

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5 Great Examples of Private Label Design in Grocery Retail

Brand Engagement, Brand Strategy, Corporate Identity, Packaging Design /

In a world where inflation and the rising cost of living have become increasingly apparent, private labels are emerging as go-to brands for affordability and quality. These private labels, not limited to grocery chains but also found in discount retailers and cosmetics brands, offer a compelling alternative to national brands. What makes these private labels

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What can CPG brands learn from packaging design in Europe?

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In the previous blog, we explored how culture influences creativity, starting with inspiration from the continent of Asia. This time, we’re heading to Europe, a place where packaging design has a long and fascinating history. European packaging design is known for its versatility, combining both classic and modern styles of design. It’s a diverse world

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Seasonal Packaging

5 Great Examples of Seasonal Packaging

Brand Engagement, Packaging Design /

Holidays and seasons are key occasions in the fast-paced world of retail, defining consumer wishes and expectations. Packaging undergoes a transformational trip from the scorching days of summer to the ominous ambiance of Halloween and the heartfelt joys of the holidays. It transforms into a canvas on which designers artfully weave the essence of the

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Value-based Grocery Shopping: The Opportunities for CPG Brands

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In today’s challenging economic landscape with high inflation, many consumers are becoming increasingly budget-conscious with grocery shopping. As a result, discount and value-based retailers have been more popular as go-to destinations for some shoppers trying to minimize food costs. Research by Statista shows that the share of grocery store shoppers using Dollarama has increased by

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