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Embrace the Warmth of Autumn: 10 Inspiring Color Palettes for Your Packaging Designs

9/1/2023

 
At Encore International, we're always looking ahead and preparing to design and develop ideas for the future. Now with the back to school season approaching, we're looking to the vibrant colors of autumn that paint the world with breathtaking hues and feeling inspired by the season's beauty. Today we're excited to share ten captivating color palettes inspired by the essence of fall. From the rich, earthy tone of falling leaves to the warm, cozy hues that envelop us like a comforting embrace, each palette is thoughtfully crafted to infuse your packaging designs with the charm of autumn. Prepare to embrace the warmth of this season and create packaging that resonates with your customers when the leaves start to fall.
Are you ready to create new seasonal packaging for your product? Our team is ready to work with you to design your perfect solution! Contact us today for more information. For more packaging design inspiration, sign up for our email list.

20 Summer Color Palettes

7/18/2023

 
In the world of packaging, preparation is key to staying ahead of the game. As we revel in the warmth of summer, it's the perfect time to look around and be inspired to infuse your packaging designs with new spirited colors for next year. Today, we're sharing an array of enchanting color palettes inspired by the essence of summertime. From sun-kissed hues reminiscent of sandy shores to lush tropical tones that evoke exotic paradises, each palette is carefully curated to breathe life and vibrancy into your packaging designs. By planning ahead and embracing the joyous spirit of summer, you can create packaging that leaves a lasting impression on your customers' hearts. 
​Are you ready to create new seasonal packaging for your product? Our team is ready to work with you to design your perfect solution! Contact us today for more information. For more packaging design inspiration, sign up for our email list.

Tin Packaging: Enhancing Brand Identity and Sustainability

6/9/2023

 
In today's fast-paced world of retail, where first impressions matter more than ever, packaging plays a vital role in capturing consumer attention and conveying brand values. When it comes to innovative packaging solutions, tinplate stands out as a versatile and sustainable material choice. This article will explore the benefits of tinplate packaging and guide you through the process of developing tin packaging that enhances your brand identity while prioritizing sustainability.
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​​What is Tinplate and Why Should You Consider It?

Tinplate is a type of packaging material consisting of steel sheets coated with a thin layer of tin. This unique combination offers a range of advantages that make tin packaging an excellent choice for various industries, from food and confection to cosmetics and fragrances, and more.​

Tin's lightweight yet sturdy nature enables it to be developed into a wide variety of forms. Because it can be made into a diverse range of shapes and sizes, that allows for endless creative possibilities in packaging design. Whatever your requirements, the flexibility of tinplate ensures that you can create packaging that stands out on the shelves and delivers an exceptional user experience for your customers.

Tin is such a durable material that it is well suited for reuse. Instead of being readily disposable, consumers can give your tinplate packaging a second life, reusing it for other purposes once the original product is finished.  And many tins wind up becoming keepsake or collector’s items!

Another key benefit of tin packaging is that it's remarkably sustainable. Metal packaging, including tinplate, is the most recycled packaging material, making it an eco-friendly choice. Tin itself is fully recyclable and can be recycled multiple times without compromising its quality. This recyclability contributes to reducing waste and conserving valuable resources. By opting for tinplate packaging, your brand can demonstrate its commitment to environmental stewardship and resonate with eco-conscious consumers.
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​​The Process of Developing Tin Packaging

Creating unique tinplate packaging involves several key steps to ensure that it aligns with your brand identity and product requirements.

  1. Define Your Purpose and Specifications: Begin by clearly outlining the purpose of your packaging and identifying the necessary specifications, such as size, shape, and functionality. Consider the product's characteristics and the intended target audience to guide your decision-making process.
  2. Choose Your Material: Select the appropriate tin material based on your desired aesthetics and functional requirements. You can opt for standard tinplate, shiny tinplate for a polished look, or galvanized tin for enhanced durability in certain applications.
  3. Create Your Design: Develop artwork for your tin package that aligns with your brand image. Custom printing options allow you to showcase your logo, brand colors, and other important visual elements. Consider adding special surface finishes or embossing for an even more impactful presence.
  4. Develop and Test: Once the design is finalized, Encore International will create tooling and produce samples for testing and evaluation. This step allows you to ensure that the packaging meets your expectations in terms of aesthetics, functionality, and user experience.
  5. Production and Delivery: After approval of the samples, the manufacturing process begins. Encore oversees the production process, handling all required inspections, testing, regulatory, and compliance aspects. Once complete, your tin packaging is packed and shipped to your desired location.​​

​​​Incorporating tin packaging into your branding strategy not only enhances your product's appeal but also demonstrates your commitment to sustainability. The durability, recyclability, and creative potential of tinplate make it an ideal choice for businesses aiming to leave a positive impact on the environment while captivating their customers. By partnering with a reliable packaging company experienced in tinplate solutions, you can create packaging that embodies your brand identity, delivers an exceptional customer experience, and contributes to a greener future. ​
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Are you ready to develop tin packaging for your brand? Encore International is ready to work with you to design your perfect solution! Contact us today for more information.

Spring/Mother's Day Confection Collection

4/10/2023

 
Looking for new ideas for spring or Mother's Day packaging for your confections? Encore Intl has come up with a custom collection of unique packaging designs to inspire you! Check them out here!
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See something you like? Contact us today for a quote!

Spring/Summer 2024 Trends

3/6/2023

 
Do you like to stay creative and up to date with trends for your brand packaging? With an ever-changing landscape of colors, textures and materials, it can be hard to know what to look for and how to interpret trends. But don't worry – we’ve got you covered.

​Our creative team has created a trend report that's done the legwork for you to bring you a selection of colors, patterns, and materials that are sure to be front and center for the spring-summer 2024 season. With these trends and ideas, you'll be ready to create some truly unique and inspiring packaging. Click the preview below to download your copy now!
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​Ready to create some on-trend packaging for your product? Our team is ready to work with you to design your perfect solution! Contact us today for more information.

NJPEC 2022 Package of the Year Awards

2/21/2023

 
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Encore International is excited to announce that we've won multiple awards in the 42nd Annual NJPEC Package of the Year competition!

​The Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day home and car diffusers won both the gold and visual impact awards in the Household/Industrial category. These diffuser containers were developed as a new and unique twist to diffuse scent in your home or car. Made from paperboard, these containers consist of inner and outer tubes with die cut holes that are intentionally placed so fragrance is released as the outer box is rotated. It can then be turned to adjust the intensity of the scent to the user’s liking. The home diffusers can be set in any room, and the car diffusers have an elastic so they can be hung easily. Wherever they are placed, these diffusers add a refreshing scent and a colorful decorative touch to the space.

The Fran's Chocolates snowman advent box won both the gold and visual impact awards in the Promotional category. This rigid style box with lift off lid is uniquely shaped like a snowman. It is wrapped in linen texture paper with cute snowman and present graphics printed with accents of two different foil colors. This combination of shape, texture, and graphics make for a package that pops both on the shelf and online. Not only is this fun snowman advent gift-worthy, it could also be kept for holiday decorating and storage for years to come!
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Eco-Friendly Tin

1/26/2023

 
Tin is a sustainable and eco-friendly choice for packaging. Not only is it fully recyclable, but it also has a long lifespan, which means less waste in landfills. Additionally, tin is a safe and non-toxic material, making it ideal for packaging items such as food and personal care products. Choose tin packaging for a guilt-free and responsible way to store and transport your products.

Incorporating tin packaging is not only good for the environment, it's also good for your brand image. Show your customers that you care about sustainability and reducing waste by choosing tin packaging for your products. Make the smart choice for the planet and choose tin packaging today!

Are you ready to start using tin packaging for your products? Contact us for a quote!
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Pantone Color of the Year 2023 - Viva Magenta

12/15/2022

 
Pantone has announced their Color of the Year for 2023: Viva Magenta! A powerful shade of animated red, Viva Magenta is sure to bring a burst of energy and life to your packaging designs. Whether you're looking for a vibrant pop of color or a subtle hint of magenta, this hue is sure to make a statement. ​We were so inspired, we came up with a few package ideas in this stand out shade!
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Advent Boxes

10/4/2022

 
Advent boxes have been trending, and it's no surprise - they're a great way to package and present a variety of your products in one special box. Are you looking for new and unique advent box ideas? We've come up with some designs we think you'll love! Check it out now by clicking on the preview below.
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Fall/Winter 2023-2034 Trends

9/1/2022

 
We've scoped out the trends for Fall/Winter 2023-2024! Do you need a trend report that highlights trend colors, patterns, and materials and interprets them into various types of packaging for your inspiration? We have you covered - click on the preview below to download your report today!
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