Insights
July 12, 2026
Advancing & Receding Colours In Retail Packaging Design
Most brands fight for attention with messaging. A major way to win in retail packaging design is with colour. What does…
June 16, 2026
The Myth Of The Overnight Success
My favourite stories in FMCG are the overnight success – when I had my own brand in alcohol-free drinks – it was these…
June 12, 2026
Packaging as Promise in Japan
In Japan it’s illegal for packaging to misrepresent the product inside. Not a guideline – a law, a law since 1962 –…
June 11, 2026
Salmon Packaging Standout
Diecut product windows are an immediate way to gain shelf standout. In the example below – we are pulled to the central…
June 3, 2026
Being Brave With FMCG Packaging Colour
Colour is the single biggest weapon FMCG brands have for getting their products noticed, bought, and remembered.
June 3, 2026
How to choose a Packaging Design Agency
How to choose a packaging design agency – what to look for, what to ask, and what to avoid. A practical guide for FMCG…
June 1, 2026
Why Vague Functional Claims are The Biggest Risk in FMCG Packaging Right Now
Today's consumers don't just shop, they scrutinise. Find out why transparency is now the most powerful tool a brand…
May 21, 2026
FMCG Perfect Serves – Corona
Corona created 25,000 laser cut limes with "Lime Guides" on them – to help consumers solve the "problem" of limes which…
May 19, 2026
Different Ways To Brand Block In Retail
Retail brand blocking is truly an art – and can be achieved in a wide range of ways...
April 30, 2026
Brand Naming From Cultural References
I have such strong feelings on brand naming from cultural references – when it is done well it builds community,…
April 29, 2026
FMCG Product Range Problems
I adore this new kefir from Tim’s Dairy – I buy it on repeat every morning on the way to the office. The only issue?…
April 29, 2026
What Is Brand Architecture?
What is brand architecture? The complete guide to structuring your brand – with models, examples, and why getting it…
April 23, 2026
Creating Packaging Design For Gen Z
Creating packaging design for Gen Z – what this generation responds to aesthetically, digitally, and commercially. A…
April 14, 2026
Chaos Packaging In Retail
Chaos packaging in retail is the strategy of changing a typical packaging format – for an unexpected and disruptive…
April 9, 2026
8 Signs Your Brand Isn’t Retail-Ready
Take a look at these 8 Signs Your Brand Isn't Retail-Ready and avoid these costly mistakes and retail growth…
April 8, 2026
Turning Brand Equity Into Viral Cultural Marketing
Is That Heinz? What The Colour Of The Ketchup tells you about brand equity and brand assets...
April 1, 2026
When To Update Packaging Design – 5 Reasons
Knowing when to update packaging design could be the most commercially important decision your brand makes. Here are…
March 30, 2026
Wine Category Disruption
The wine category rewards heritage, restraint, and tradition. Big Fin ignored all three – and jumped off the shelf…
March 27, 2026
Build Your Brand Assets
How are you building your brand assets? What signifiers do you feel proud to eat, to wear — to recognise, engage and…
March 27, 2026
Cheese Packaging Formats
sometimes all category disruption takes is a different shape – when all other cheeses are packing into circular round…
February 28, 2026
Moisturiser Packaging Design – Disrupt The Daily
Design & moisturiser packaging design have a very simple function, it's these simple format interactions which disrupt…
February 13, 2026
Packaging Design Illustration – Our Favourite Projects
Take a look at our most popular Packaging Design Illustration projects across FMCG and CPG brands...
February 11, 2026
What Is Brand Positioning? The Complete Guide & Examples
Establishing a clear and deliberate brand position is essential. It shapes how your audience experiences your brand,…
December 4, 2025
Packaging Design Trends 2026
Uncover the Packaging Design Trends 2026 – and how they are redefining design, creativity, and brand experiences.
November 28, 2025
What Are Category Entry Points?
Understand Category Entry Points and learn how they help your brand get noticed, remembered, and chosen by customers
November 27, 2025
How To Create A Brand Name – 5 Tips
Working on your brand naming and looking for some inspiration? Here we share 5 Tips on How To Create A Brand Name
November 16, 2025
What is a Heritage Brand?
From legacy to loyalty, heritage brands stand the test of time. Find out how legacy brands build trust and cultural…
November 16, 2025
What Is A Brand World?
What is a brand world? And why do they matter? Explore how cohesive brand worlds shape meaning, memory, and trust.
November 15, 2025
What Is A Cutter Guide?
Behind every great packaging design is a cutter guide. See how this blueprint keeps every cut, fold and detail flawless…
September 28, 2025
What Is Brand Activation?
What is Brand Activation and why does it matter? We explain the benefits and show how brand activation helps brands…
June 24, 2025
What are COGs?
New to FMCG & CPG – looking to find out exactly what are cogs? Learn here.
July 18, 2024
What Is Verbal Branding? A Guide to Crafting a Unique Brand Voice
Discover what verbal branding is and why it's essential for creating a compelling brand voice that resonates with…

































































