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Behind Hautes Glaces' strategy to reduce whisky bottle format

Behind Hautes Glaces' strategy to reduce whisky bottle format

The new whisky bottle introduced by Hautes Glaces in September 2023 measures just 50cl as compared to its 70cl predecessor. These smaller format bottles are for the brand’s Les Intemporels range, as well as limited-releases under the...

Design trends: When texture moves beyond touch

Design trends: When texture moves beyond touch

What is unique about haptic design? It’s engaging, creates connection and is a first step towards intimacy. Touch was interactive long before machines commandeered the word, and it enables us to become one with the tangible—something...

08/22/2023 | JAMES CROPPERRUINART
Formes de Luxe Awards 2023 nominees: Wine & Spirits Bottle

Formes de Luxe Awards 2023 nominees: Wine & Spirits Bottle

The 25th edition of the Formes de Luxe Awards will see more than 75 luxury brands and their packaging suppliers compete for a coveted award across 22 categories. We take a closer look at the nominees in the Wine & Spirits Bottle...

Once Upon a Time: When packaging tells a story

Once Upon a Time: When packaging tells a story

Born from an idea of storytelling and inspiration, the “Once Upon a Time” project united the savoir faire of eight packaging specialists with a goal of showing the beauty industry the power of packaging. The suppliers chose Spanish...

08/01/2023 | DesignVerallia
Innovations, new materials, start-ups... Key takeaways from Édition Spéciale by LUXE PACK

Innovations, new materials, start-ups... Key takeaways from Édition Spéciale by LUXE PACK

Business was brisk at the fourth edition of Edition Spéciale by LUXE PACK this year. From newly launched novel materials suppliers to packaging companies showcasing their eco-designed offers, there was a rich portfolio on show. Read on for...

06/08/2023 | AccessoriesApplicators
Estal targets bartenders and mixologists with new bottle design

Estal targets bartenders and mixologists with new bottle design

At sustainable luxury packaging trade show Edition Spéciale by LUXE PACK, glassmaker Estal showed a new bottle design in development destined for the on-trade. The bottle's shape and ergonomics are designed with the demands of bartenders...

06/08/2023 | BottlesInnovation

Azteca Mezcal breaks into mezcal market with heritage-driven pack

Azteca Mezcal breaks into mezcal market with heritage-driven pack

A newcomer to the mezcal market, Azteca Mezcal is tapping into the roots of Mexican culture for its packaging design. The brand juxtaposes gold hot stamping, offset printing and a sliding label for maximum impact.Also made from agave - a...

Edition Speciale by LUXE PACK opens its doors tomorrow

Edition Speciale by LUXE PACK opens its doors tomorrow

Some 90 exhibitors are expected to welcome an estimated 2,000 visitors when Edition Spéciale by LUXE PACK opens its doors in Paris tomorrow, June 7th. The trade show specialized in eco-designed luxury packaging solutions will showcase new...

05/10/2023 | GUERLAINCHANEL
Amorim collaborates on Once Upon a Time collection

Amorim collaborates on Once Upon a Time collection

For this year’s edition of Paris Packaging Week, Portuguese closures specialist Amorim Top Series worked with labels expert Avery Dennison on a packaging design project called Once Upon a Time.Specialized in the production of capsulated...

Make a Mark: Unleashing inspiration

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Make a Mark: Unleashing inspiration

Together with the Make a Mark community, Estal, KURZ and Avery Dennison invite the world’s best talents in packaging, design, materials and printing, to work hand in hand to unleash inspiration on a larger scale.Make a Mark is first and...

11/07/2022 | Avery DennisonKurz