A key discussion in the retail world is whether premium brands can have luxury packaging that is also sustainable. The conversation extends to packaging design, materials, finishes and supply chains, so let’s explore the possibilities. Designing Luxury Packaging The most successful premium packaging has been achieved by...
Could you make no new clothing purchases for 30 days? That is the challenge set by Oxfam each September to highlight the environmental impact of fast fashion. Many of us are unaware of the resources used to produce every item of clothing we wear. For example,...
If you’ve been abroad this year, you may have bought a refreshing iced tea. This tea-based, fruity soft drink is very popular across Europe, America and Asia. Yet there’s been less take up in the UK, however, tastes are changing. The younger generation favours iced...
Isn’t it lovely when a flower box is delivered to your door? You open it up to discover a personalised message and a selection of colourful, scented or unusual blooms. There's no need to wait for a special occasion to send flowers, so let someone...
Whether or not you are a fan of Apple products, there is one thing that cannot be denied and that is the quality of the packaging. The ideal space for every item, accessory and leaflet has been considered and created. The quality of the packaging...
Congratulations! You’ve survived the summer holidays! Now it’s time to start preparing to return to school. That means shopping for shoes, pencil cases and more. We know from experience that the financial and environmental costs can soon mount up. So, is there a way to...
In a bid to change habits and reduce environmental damage, the British Government has banned several single-use plastic items in recent years. The most recent enforcements were introduced in October 2023 and included plastic cutlery, drinking straws and polystyrene food containers. In response to these measures...
When you sell online, your customers want prompt delivery of undamaged goods. So, the success of your business depends on efficient processes and protective e-commerce packaging. In this article, we look at ways to test your boxes are up to the job of being resilient...
We’ve recently supplied a large order of triangular boxes to a leading, global producer of loudspeakers. This shaped box provided the ideal packaging solution for shipping speaker covers, but why did they choose triangular boxes instead of cylindrical tubes or long rectangular packaging? The Strongest Geometric...
We often consider Aylesbury Box Company to be a long-standing British company. Yet, our decades in operation are a drop in the ocean compared to Kent Brushes. Founded in 1777, this specialist hairbrush manufacturer is one of the oldest British companies that is still trading....