Football Shirts ‘In the Box’
We’ve recently delivered printed packaging to a specialist retailer with an unwavering dedication to the beautiful game. As a supplier of authentic kits, what did he need to put football shirts in the box? The Love of Football Nations’ hopes are currently pinned on their team making it through to the finals of the Euros. […]
Packaging and Brand Identity
Have you considered the role that packaging plays in your brand identity? Coming up with a company name and deciding what you will sell is the starting point for most retail businesses. You invest in your product range and the company website, then get ready to sell. Meanwhile, packaging is often a later consideration. Raring […]
When Protective Packaging is a Top Priority
Appropriate levels of protection are an important consideration for all packaging designs. However, for some deliveries, it is a top priority. In this article, we share our work with the London Sperm Bank to create protective packaging for their precious cargo. Deliveries to Support Fertility Choosing to be child-free has gained wider social acceptance, but […]
Branded Packaging for Moon Roast
E-commerce and subscription box sales have provided a fantastic opportunity for a small coffee roaster; enabling their fresh blends to reach customers who live further afield. However, they were keen to maintain the strong connection they have with regular visitors, so branded packaging was a must. Is Branded Packaging Important? To get you thinking about […]
Packaging Design is Part of the Brand
Good packaging design is created with thought to the product, the customer experience and the brand values. Far more than simply a shipping box, it communicates a message to customers; what does your packaging say? Bespoke Boxes for a Product Launch Last year, we were contacted by a business that was preparing to launch. Combining […]
Bespoke Boxes for Coffee Roasters
Freshly roasted coffee, rich in flavour and aroma, delivered to your door; what would you give for that right now? Back in 2014, Missing Bean Coffee Roasters made this a reality, with unique blends that wouldn’t cost the earth. As we’ve recently delivered their order of bespoke boxes, let’s find out more. Oxford’s Independent Coffee […]
Prioritising the Green
At the end of 2022, we delivered the first order of branded e-commerce packaging to Slycker. They launched their website in December and were soon fulfilling orders in time for Christmas. Is your 2023 goal to launch an e-commerce business? Whether an established company that is developing an online shop or a start-up enterprise, allow […]
Premium Brand Seeks Quality Packaging
It’s a match made in heaven when brand values are consistent across the product and packaging. No anti-climax because the product didn’t look the same in the flesh and no disappointment that your dream product has turned up in a scruffy box. Simple, Sustainable, Quality Packaging The Truffle Company is a local, independent business that […]
A Guide to Garment Packaging
Online sales of clothing increased by 14% in the year until May 2022*, despite e-commerce sales falling in most other categories. This indicates that shoppers are now making up for lost time; getting out and about with confidence. Wardrobe updates are making buyers feel ready for social get-togethers, work events and holidays. As a clothing […]
Are Custom Boxes Worth It?
With soaring prices, every business is looking for ways to keep prices down and remain competitive. When it comes to packaging, buying off the shelf options is cheaper than custom boxes, but which offers the best value? Off-the-Shelf V Bespoke Boxes “I need to keep fulfilment and shipping costs to a minimum, so bespoke boxes […]
Upcycling & Recycling Cardboard Boxes
Corrugated cardboard is widely available, low cost and versatile. Both lightweight and strong, it can be modelled into all manner of shapes and items. With a flat, paper-based surface, it is easy to print. These properties make it ideal for protective, branded packaging. With a little imagination, cardboard boxes can be upcycled into a wide […]
Where’s the Safest Place to leave your Postal Boxes?
The rise in home deliveries and e-commerce has increased the convenience of shopping, but what happens when you are not home. Where do the delivery drivers leave your boxes? You may request that packages be left with neighbours or in a ‘safe’ place, but this isn’t always possible. When boxes are left on the doorstep, […]
Perfect Beer & Snack Pairings Boxed
Transforming plain shipping boxes into branded packaging doesn’t need to be complex or costly. Take the example of Beer Snack Club, a recently launched craft beer and snack pairing subscription box startup. They wanted to keep things simple and were mindful of budget, but they also understand the value of promoting their brand. Tick the […]
Sustainable Boxes for the Next Generation
A growing number of businesses are focusing on quality products and packaging that are beautiful, responsibly sourced and built to last. Sustainability is especially important when your offer is focused on nurturing the next generation. Introducing Natural Baby Box Natural Baby Box was founded by Hannah, a mum with a background in mental health and […]
Summer isn’t Summer Without Ice Cream
If there is one food that we associate with holidays and summer days, it’s ice cream. Aylesbury Box company have recently delivered bespoke boxes that will be filled with Ice Cream Tubs and Ice Cream Cakes. Let’s fire up those tastebuds and find out more about the business! Introducing Ruby Violet Ruby Violet handmakes ice […]
Irk to Perk: Boxes for Innovative Beachwear
The best ideas are those which solve a common frustration. If you love nothing more than a day at the beach, you’ll love the innovative products developed by one of our printed packaging customers. As I write, it is World Ocean Day, so let’s look to the seas. Maybe you were one of the many […]
Branded Sneaker Packaging
Many of us have an obsession with shoes. Our choice of footwear is a statement; an expression of our personality. Luxury Connected is one business that has grown from a passion for footwear. In this case, two trainer fans decided to launch an e-commerce business selling what they loved most; designer trainers. Having ordered a […]
What I Wish I’d known about E-commerce Packaging
If you are about to launch an online business, there is so much to consider. Insight from others can be invaluable, so let us share some points that have been raised in discussions with other online retailers. We hope they help you to make informed decisions about e-commerce packaging. The Right Level of Protection will […]
Packaging and Presentation: Get ‘Unboxing’ Ready
When an order is received, packed and dispatched, does it matter what the packaging looks like? The customer has already paid and if they are happy with the goods, that’s good enough – or is it? Let’s consider things from the customer perspective. Scenario One – A delivery arrives in a plain, standard cardboard box. […]
