The 24th edition of the Formes de Luxe Awards ceremony took place on October 3rd 2022. The luxury packaging awards recognizing brands and suppliers was held at the Grimaldi Forum, co-hosted by Formes de Luxe and Luxe Packaging Insight Editorial Director Alissa Demorest and French television journalist Gérald Ariano. Knoll Packaging, Metropack, Make a Mark, Neyret, HP and Visit Monaco were partners of the event this year. The evening's winners took home a trophy designed by Spanish graffiti artist Javier Demsky and produced by Make a Mark, the design project launched in 2021 by Kurz, Estal and Avery Dennison. Vollherbst printed the trophy labels. Read on to discover the 2022 Formes de Luxe Awards winners, and what our prestigious jury members had to say about them.
Fragrance & Cosmetics Coffret
Coffret Miss Dior Rose Essence
Brand: Parfums Christian Dior
Supplier: DS Smith
“This drawer-style coffret is composed of a sleeve and an insert. The insert in injected cellulose has creases that enable the edges to be folded flat, so it fits perfectly into the sleeve.”
Erwann Pivert, Product Design Development Director, Servaire & Co
Accessories
La Belle Fleur Terrible
Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier
Supplier: Seram
“The originality of the accessory impressed the jury. It is executed with great finesse, and the embroidery is very detailed, with 12 colors. Combined with different reliefs, there is all in all a very couture effect!”
Delphine Berret, Industrial Director Fragrance, Louis Vuitton
Applicators (make-up, skincare)
La Crème Yeux Premier Cru
Brand: Caudalie
Supplier: Cosmogen
“We decreed this product the winner notably because of the assembly of the two pieces and the quality of execution. The fact the two pieces can be separated is a real plus for the consumer, and the applicator is extremely pleasant to use.”
Emmanuel Pichet, Senior Product Designer UX Design Lab, L’Oréal
Folding Box
Etui Crayères
Brand: Ruinart
Supplier: Pusterla 1880
“An incredible evolution of Ruinart’s Second Skin. This complex design has more than 400 facets, and the opening and closing system remains of great quality.”
Laurent Hainaut, Founder & President, Force Majeure
Premium Coffret
Hennessy Trunk – NBA 75th Anniversary Edition
Brand: Hennessy
Supplier: Gainerie 91
“We voted for this coffret on account of the quality of the execution, notably in the details, such as the basketball grain of the leather that is a nod to the partnership with the NBA. The assembly and detailing in different materials are also of an exceptional quality.”
Delphine Berret, Industrial Director Fragrance, Louis Vuitton
Dispensing
Special Cleansing Gel and Ultracalming Cleanser
Brand: Dermalogica
Supplier: Aptar Beauty + Home
“This pump is monomaterial, made from PE. Fitted to a PE bottle, it ensures recyclability of the product. The pump has a nice flexibility when used, and the dose is generous.”
Nicolas Mathieu, Eco-Design Packaging Innovation Manager, Chanel
Wine & Spirits Bottle
Flute Gothic
Brand: Domaines Paul Mas
Supplier: Verallia
“The faceted design of this wine bottle really stood out, together with the fact it weighs in at just 600g. This kind of innovation for industrial runs was also applauded by our jury.”
Alissa Demorest, Editorial Director, Luxe Packaging Insight, Formes de Luxe
Fragrance Bottle
Eaux de parfum
Brand: Dries Van Noten
Supplier: Stoelzle Masnières Parfumerie
“This flacon with assorted shells in different materials stood out for several reasons; the design of the screw ring with interior closing mechanism, the fact the pump can be removed to refill the perfume, and the aesthetic, attractive design lending it to reuse – as a vase for example – once empty.”
Marion Trossat, Packaging Development & Purchasing Director, Interparfums
Stoppers & Closures
Eaux de Matières
Brand: Issey Miyake
Supplier: Quadpack
“The jury was won over by the monomaterial aspect of this wooden cap. The machining of the interior is impressive, as is the overall simplicity that fits perfectly with the brand DNA.”
July Ntibila, Packaging Development & Purchasing Manager, Pierre Hermé Paris
Finishing & Decoration
La Collection Anémone
Brand: Champagne Perrier-Jouët
Supplier: Orfèvrerie Europ-Félix
“An exceptional adornment for an exceptional vintage. The brass accessory is crafted using waterjet cutting, and fits perfectly to the bottle.”
Erwann Pivert, Product Design Development Director, Servaire & Co
Labels
Match Tonic Water
Brand: Curius
Supplier: Eurostampa
“The micro-perforated aesthetic of this rubber-effect label is achieved via screenprinting. We particularly appreciated how the label is peelable, and can be removed prior to recycling.”
Marion Trossat, Packaging Development & Purchasing Director, Interparfums
Communication Tools
Ritual Multi Bottle Crown Night
Brand: Moët & Chandon
Supplier: Doogood
“This light-up bucket is an apt reflection of the brand’s DNA, while its removable handles and electric autonomy enable a variety of usage scenarios on the nightlife scene.”
Alissa Demorest, Editorial Director, Luxe Packaging Insight, Formes de Luxe
E-commerce Packaging
Tasting Kit
Brand: Champagne Perrier-Jouët
Supplier: Smurfit Kappa
“The jury appreciated the quality of execution of this e-commerce pack, which can travel without additional protection. It offers a nice opening ritual, revealing first a card, then a well thought-out system of drawers protecting the products. The printing finish is also of excellent quality.”
Laurent Hainaut, Founder & President, Force Majeure
Lifestyle Coffret
Writing instrument box
Brand: Montblanc
Supplier: Procos
"The minimalist aesthetic of this monomaterial cardboard coffret really stood out. The quality of execution is perfectly in line with the brand's DNA."
Frédéric Potier, Development Director, Martell Mumm Perrier-Jouët
Refill/reload Formats
Rouge Allure l’Extrait
Brand: Chanel
Supplier: Tianjin Takeuchi Package Co
“This refillable lipstick mechanism is of great finesse and incredibly well executed. In addition, the components have been minimized to cut down on material use by 70%.”
Alissa Demorest, Editorial Director, Luxe Packaging Insight, Formes de Luxe
Wine & Spirits Coffret
The jury declared two winners in this category
A Night On Earth In Scotland
Brand: The Macallan
Supplier: HH Global
“This cardboard coffret really stood out for being monomaterial and ergonomic, with great attention paid to the opening gesture. Great consideration was given to the consumer experience, down to the message printed on the cardboard insert that is removed to release the bottle.”
July Ntibila, Packaging Development & Purchasing Manager, Pierre Hermé Paris
Re-Enchant
Brand: Champagne Perrier-Jouët
Supplier: Adam
“This coffret is made from cooperage wood. Sustainably designed and with no compromise on quality, the finished result is quite stunning.”
Nicolas Mathieu, Eco-Design Packaging Innovation Manager, Chanel
Make-up
Les Beiges Maxi Poudre Belle Mine Ensoleillée
Brand: Chanel
Supplier: Texen
“This compact in bi-injected RPET has a remarkable shine and surface tension, along with an invisible hinge. We particularly appreciated the discreet opening system with exemplary sound effect.”
Emmanuel Pichet, Senior Product Designer UX Design Lab at L’Oréal
Jury Prize
Two jury prizes were awarded this year.
Le 8 Hypnôse
Brand: Lancôme
Supplier: Pochet du Courval
“The glassmaking prowess on this intricately shaped pack is rather impressive. Its 15% PCR extra flint glass content was an additional plus.”
Alissa Demorest, Editorial Director, Luxe Packaging Insight, Formes de Luxe
Match Tonic Water
Brand: Curius
Supplier: Eurostampa, Estal, Autajon Packaging Durero
“The jury wanted to reward the three suppliers who submitted innovations for Curius Match Tonic: the label by Eurostampa, the square bottle in 100% recycled Wild Glass from Estal, and Durero Packaging’s e-commerce pack that self assembles from flat and enables the bottles to be stacked.”
Alissa Demorest, Editorial Director, Luxe Packaging Insight, Formes de Luxe
