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We write about our analyses, findings and experiences regarding branding, brand strategy and brand re-design in the FMCG sector.


Learn from LAP-Coffee
LAP Coffee polarizes – but from a branding and packaging design perspective, there’s a lot to learn: clear positioning, consistent CI, and modern design.
Katja Wagner
Sep 272 min read


When a redesign looks right...
The new Iglo redesign delivers a modern packaging design with clear benefits – but loses some of the emotion and uniqueness that once set it apart.
Katja Wagner
Sep 181 min read


Packaging design with less indulgence but more honesty?
The current redesign of the Volvic Juicy range is a good example of the balancing act between the promise of enjoyment and transparency.
Katja Wagner
Jul 131 min read


Packaging design with transparent shrinkflation communication
Courage or deception? Shrinkflation with a difference: Dr. Oetker transparently communicates the reduced content on the packaging design.
Katja Wagner
May 271 min read


The psychology of packaging design
The psychology of packaging design: packaging shape, images, and text influence brand perception
Katja Wagner
May 171 min read


Back from the future? When the old packaging design is too modern.
Bahlsen's new design shows that packaging design must appeal to the target group, not the designers
Katja Wagner
Apr 62 min read


From D2C to the POS: Optimizing the packaging design
A packaging design that is convincing online has to face completely new challenges at the PoS.
Katja Wagner
Mar 81 min read


Modernization of a traditional brand
Modernization of a traditional brand: JACOBS Krönung without "Verwöhnaroma"
Katja Wagner
Feb 61 min read


The psychology of packaging design
The psychology of packaging design: The Power of Three
Katja Wagner
Feb 62 min read


The psychology of packaging design
Verpackungsdesign ist weit mehr als nur Ästhetik – es ist eng mit Psychologie, Emotionen und der Funktionsweise unseres Gehirns verbunden.
Katja Wagner
Oct 29, 20242 min read


The No. 1 chocolate brand is now also “testing” paper packaging
Milka is testing paper packaging for a limited period. How can sustainable packaging be a success?
Katja Wagner
Aug 29, 20242 min read


Oatly's redesign
How far can a brand go? When relaunching, there is always discussion about how much the brand should, must and may be changed. A field of...
Christina Rüter
Jun 24, 20242 min read
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