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February 13, 2024

41 Creative Packaging Design Ideas for Inspiration

Check out over 40 packaging designs for inspiration, as well as look at some of the latest trends that most designers gravitate toward.

Great packaging allows businesses to sell more products. But coming up with fresh designs isn’t a walk in the park for most graphic designers. One can only do so many before they find themselves starved for new ideas.

If you find yourself in the same boat, don’t worry. In today’s post, we’re featuring over 40 packaging designs for your inspiration. We’re also going to look at some of the latest trends that most designers seem to gravitate toward.

Let’s get started.

Illustration

A lot of designers and business owners like using illustrations in their packaging. But they don’t use just any graphics. The ones they feature are characters associated with their respective brands.

This is a smart move because it makes their brands easier to remember and they get to show their personalities. They’re making it easier for themselves to connect with their target audience.

Circle Roll Labels by Celestial Bia — *Circle Roll Labels by* *Celestial Bia*

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Custom Packaging Tape by Made by Chanamon — *Custom Packaging Tape by* *Made by Chanamon*

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Thank You Roll Labels by Belugabee — *Thank You Roll Labels by* *Belugabee*

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Mailer Boxes by Kamiari Studio — *Mailer Boxes by* *Kamiari Studio*

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Thank You Cards by Peachcream Prints — *Thank You Cards by* *Peachcream Prints*

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Eco-Friendly Packaging Tape by Sugar Shine Meadows — *Eco-Friendly Packaging Tape by* *Sugar Shine Meadows*

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Plushy Mailer Boxes by Lulu Sweet Kawaii Shop — *Plushy Mailer Boxes by* *Lulu Sweet Kawaii Shop*

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Vibrant Thank You Cards by Ayeoops — *Vibrant Thank You Cards by* *Ayeoops*

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Cute Mailer Box by Xephii — *Cute Mailer Box by* *Xephii*

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Sticker Boxes by Happpyal — *Sticker Boxes by* *Happpyal*

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Custom Boxes by PeachesNPlushies — *Custom Boxes by* *PeachesNPlushies*

Color

Making color the foundation of your packaging is another option. There are so many ways to play with color. You can do gradients or use certain palettes. Some designers seem to favor pastels while others stick to complementing or contrasting colors.

If you’re in a creative rut, experiment with some colors until you find a combination that works for you.

Poly Mailer and Tissue Paper by Gia Design Co. — *Poly Mailer and Tissue Paper by* *Gia Design Co.*

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Gradient Mailer Box by Skylar Grace Co. — *Gradient Mailer Box by* *Skylar Grace Co.*

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Caviar Box by Golden Reserve Caviar — *Caviar Box by* *Golden Reserve Caviar*

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Branded Thank You Cards by Summit Creative Co. — *Branded Thank You Cards by* *Summit Creative Co.*

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Gradient Packaging by PitaChan — *Gradient Packaging by* *PitaChan*

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Gradient Apparel Mailers by Tinted Apparel — *Gradient Apparel Mailers by* *Tinted Apparel*

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Pastel Candle Boxes by Mochiglow — *Pastel Candle Boxes by* *Mochiglow*

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Pastel Flat Cards by The Rosy Redhead — *Pastel Flat Cards by* *The Rosy Redhead*

Typography

The use of different fonts and font sizes has a way of elevating a design. It can make them look fancy or whimsical, depending on how you use them.

And it’s so easy to do. Anyone who’s not comfortable working with graphic design software can start with a typography-heavy design and get away with it. Just look at these examples to see how great they can be.

Square Roll Labels by Bakes & Berries — *Square Roll Labels by* *Bakes & Berries*

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Wedding Invitation Boxes by Here and There Weddings — *Wedding Invitation Boxes by* *Here and There Weddings*

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Retro Mailer Boxes by Roo and Roo — *Retro Mailer Boxes by* *Roo and Roo*

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Apparel Packaging by Katie Denson Designs — *Apparel Packaging by* *Katie Denson Designs*

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Market Gift Bags by Kelsey Haver Designs — *Market Gift Bags by* *Kelsey Haver Designs*

Message

Designers will sometimes make a brand’s core message the focal point of their designs. Whether it’s to thank customers for their support or to impart positive thoughts, message-driven designs make packaging more appealing.

And this is fantastic for branding. Customers will immediately know what the business is all about.

Thank You Labels by Mardoodles Company — *Thank You Labels by* *Mardoodles Company*

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Cookie Boxes by Laura the Cookie Lady — *Cookie Boxes by* *Laura the Cookie Lady*

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Skincare Mailer Boxes by Luminous Essentials — *Skincare Mailer Boxes by* *Luminous Essentials*

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Candle Boxes by Monica’s Collective — *Candle Boxes by* *Monica’s Collective*

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Designer Packaging by Estephania Designs — *Designer Packaging by* *Estephania Designs*

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Shipping Boxes by Curly Cue Design Studio — *Shipping Boxes by* *Curly Cue Design Studio*

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Confetti Boxes by Anna Rowell Designs — *Confetti Boxes by* *Anna Rowell Designs*

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Candle Gift Boxes by WK Creative — *Candle Gift Boxes by* *WK Creative*

Minimalism

When in doubt, keep it simple. Minimalist designs make a product feel more sophisticated. There’s a timeless appeal to them that all customers can get behind. You’ll be able to target a larger audience.

Minimalism also redirects where a customer’s attention should be — to the product itself. This type of design works for those who are attempting to design packaging for the first time. It just doesn't get any simpler than this.

Gift Bags by SweetD Designs — *Gift Bags by* *SweetD Designs*

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Custom Labels by Laine Irene — *Custom Labels by* *Laine Irene*

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Packaging Tape by Pop! Shop Jewelry — *Packaging Tape by* *Pop! Shop Jewelry*

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Minimalist Packaging Tape by Nikki Jewels — *Minimalist Packaging Tape by* *Nikki Jewels*

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Minimalist Candle Boxes by Whipped Bath Co. — *Minimalist Candle Boxes by* *Whipped Bath Co.*

Floral

Some designers find floral designs alluring. And they would be right in thinking that. It has its way of making an emotional connection. And since not all brands use this design language, it can make your products stand out from the competition.

Mailer Boxes by Hart & Flora — *Mailer Boxes by* *Hart & Flora*

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Floral Packaging Tape by Munespice — *Floral Packaging Tape by* *Munespice*

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Custom Boxes by Hello Teddy Co. — *Custom Boxes by* *Hello Teddy Co.*

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Floral Cookie Box by Cakes by Drea — *Floral Cookie Box by* *Cakes by Drea*

If you’re looking for more inspiration, check out the PackM Design Hub where we feature packaging designs made by our customers. And for those who want to learn more about our different packaging printing services, give us a call or chat with one of our representatives.

Here are other blog resources about packaging that you might find useful.

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