Packaging Works

28/09/2025

When it comes to choosing your packaging, most brands lean towards two aesthetics: minimalist or maximalist. Both options can make a strong statement, but in very different ways.

In this blog, we’ll explain the characteristics of each style, share some examples, and help you decide which one is right for you:

Minimalist or maximalist? In this blog, we’ll explain the characteristics of each style, and help you decide which one is right for you.

27/09/2025

We work with UK brands of all sizes to design custom packaging for a variety of industries and uses. View some of our work: https://www.packaging-works.co.uk/inspiration/

26/09/2025

Colour psychology in packaging: Green! 💚🍏

Green is often linked with nature and sustainability, making it a popular choice for brands that want to promote their organic products or suggest a sense of freshness. Brighter green colours can also convey playfulness and excitement.

Learn more: https://www.packaging-works.co.uk/colour-psychology-in-packaging-design/

25/09/2025

Maximalist packaging designs are colourful, bold and creative. It’s all about having a personality and standing out on the shelves.

Find out the most common features of maximalist packaging:
https://www.packaging-works.co.uk/minimalist-vs-maximalist-packaging-design/

24/09/2025

Minimalistic designs convey sophistication, premium quality and luxury. The philosophy behind minimalism is less is more, so the goal is to design packaging that is clean, elegant, and straight to the point.

Find out the most common features of minimalist packaging:
https://www.packaging-works.co.uk/minimalist-vs-maximalist-packaging-design/

23/09/2025

Luxury in every detail! 🥃 Brugal Rum Maestro Reserva’s limited-edition design captures the elegance of golden rum at its finest.

21/09/2025

Smart Packaging 🤳 | Technology is transforming packaging into an interactive experience. QR codes give you the ability to share a story instantly.

Your consumer will scan the code and immediately see content curated to them, whether it’s a tutorial on how to use the products in the packaging like a recipe, steps on how to recycle your packaging, or a code to scan that opens a Spotify playlist!

https://www.packaging-works.co.uk/packaging-design-with-a-purpose/

20/09/2025

Packaging as indulgent as the Lindt chocolate inside! 🍫

19/09/2025

Contrary to popular belief, packaging design has never been just about looking good. While bold colours and patterns grab people’s attention, the most impactful packages are the ones that go further by sharing stories and caring for environmental and social causes.

Learn how to translate purpose into your packaging design:

Packaging is becoming purposeful and when done well, it can influence consumer behaviour and environmental responsibility.

18/09/2025

If you are using our Box Designer tool you can order up to 5,000 boxes – but if you need more than that please contact us and we’ll do our best to help. There is a minimum order number of 30 for square boxes and 500 for cylindrical boxes.

Read our FAQs: https://www.packaging-works.co.uk/faqs/

17/09/2025

Ribbon and Tissue 🎀 We can supply branded or unbranded luxury ribbons and tissue papers in a wide range of colours to compliment your bespoke presentation boxes.

Learn more about the accessories we can add to your custom box: https://www.packaging-works.co.uk/accessories/

16/09/2025

Kicking off witchy season with this bewitching packaging we created last year for Robinsons limited edition Wicked flavours! 🕷