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Even When you Buy Online, Packaging is Important

We specialize in designing packaging. Most of what we design is found on shelf and online. We focus our efforts on what will distinguish our packaging from competitors in a retail environment. However, we also feel that the packaging and the out-of-box experience is also an extension of the brand and reflects the quality of the product. So even if a consumer only sees the packaging when it is shipped to his or her home, it should reflect the brand in a positive way.

I was overjoyed when I received this Mortier-Pilon canning kit from www.fab.com. I purchased the product from the internet without looking at the additional packaging shots. I loved the design of these canning jars. They took mason jars to a whole new level.


When the product arrived I wasn't expecting this:



This fun whimsical package design, reflects the modern vibe of the product inside. If this were to be purchased in-store, the ribbon handles were a nice touch that gave it a DIY feel which is what canning is all about. The colors reflect the fresh fruits and vegetables the buyer will be creating at home.

The out-of-box experience wasn't a disappointment either.





Even the enclosed documentation carried on the theme of the package:


From start to finish, this package was top notch and it reflected the product. Would I purchase from this brand again. Yes. Would I recommend it to others who are looking for a canning kit. Yes. This product made the package part of the entire product experience. They didn't miss the opportunity to make an impression on me and make me a brand advocate. A brand advocate recommends your product to others and increases your sales.

Patty Jensen is Vice President of Account Services at JDA Inc, a graphic design firm that specializes in supporting companies' branding and retail efforts with a Unified Marketing approach. To learn more, click here.

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