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The Wine Barrel Xmas Limited Edition Packaging

The Wine Barrel Xmas

It was nature that decided to design this little barrel. She organized her party and chose it to be the star. The barrel, taken out of her magical hands, was left to her inspiration and together they created the magic of Christmas. "Magic out of the Box!" The task, as simple as it may seem, was quite tricky, as the designers had to handle a very distinctive packaging design by adding to it festive elements. Their main concern was to keep aligned with its overall aesthetic idea, without deviating from it at all.

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Shiwanyubingshao Liquor

Shiwanyubingshao

Shiwanyubingshao is a packaging design for a Chinese liquor. The design uses the lion dance, a traditional Chinese performance, as its main visual theme. The bottle is made of glass with a black transparent sprayed finish, and the bottle shape is based on ancient Chinese wine containers, with gilded details. The outer box is made of black special paper with a stamping process. An illustrated lion head is placed on the top of the box. Opening the box reveals the lion head color and adds a sense of ceremony to the act of drinking.

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Wulianghong Liquor Packaging

Wulianghong

Wulianghong is a liquor packaging design inspired by the screen, a traditional item of Chinese furniture. The package brings together three representative Chinese elements: Chinese red, the peony flower and embroidery. A three-fold structure protects the bottle and displays it at the same time. When opened, the package resembles a folding screen, and the bottle stands like a collected object on a display shelf. Inlaid window frames and embroidery add an artistic effect. The package measures 225 mm in width, 115 mm in depth and 215 mm in height.

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Hloipnee Scented Candle

Hloipnee

Hloipnee is a packaging design for a scented candle brand. The packaging consists of a glass bottle, a tag, a wrap and a pulp carton. The bottle measures 100 by 100 by 80 millimeters and the box measures 115 by 110 by 110 millimeters. A unified visual system links the whole series, so the features of each product remain clear. The shared system also reduces printing costs and limits inventory problems. The logo combines light spots and letters. The design reflects a focus on product quality and care for the environment.

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Yingjiagong Baijiu Beverage

Yingjiagong Baijiu

Yingjiagong Baijiu is a packaging design for a Chinese distilled spirit. The shape of the Dabie Mountain is used as the main design element. Traditional Chinese ink painting and line drawing are combined to form the mountain image. A large area of white space is applied, and green is the main color. The outer box is made of plastic to reduce cost and allow recycling. The bottle and the cap are made of ceramic with a sprayed finish. The box measures 136 mm in length, 116 mm in width and 290 mm in height. The design presents the natural fermentation setting of the distillery.

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Jiu Ming Tang Liquor

Jiu Ming Tang

Jiu Ming Tang is a gift packaging design for Chinese liquor linked to the Dragon Boat Festival. The outer box is made of environmentally friendly paper and shaped with a hot pressing process. A red seal refers to a traditional Chinese wish for good luck. The seal is torn open and the box unfolds like a scroll, which invites interaction. The plain outer surface contrasts with colorful festival illustrations inside, creating a strong visual effect. The design brings traditional festival elements into a modern package to support cultural identity.

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Xiaohutuxian Xinyouran Wine Boxes

Xiaohutuxian Xinyouran

Xiaohutuxian Xinyouran is a packaging design for liquor bottles. The box is shaped like a bamboo slip, the writing surface used in ancient China before paper. The box opens in the same way as a bamboo slip book, so opening the package recalls opening a book of wisdom. Inside, a pair of Chinese ink paintings shows a range of mountains, a traditional symbol of wisdom. The mountains are drawn with two-dimensional codes, joining Chinese culture with modern technology. The package is made of cardboard and measures 150 by 120 by 300 millimeters.

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Zona Mosto Labels for Beer Cans

Zona Mosto

Zona Mosto is a series of die-cut labels for beer cans. Each label carries an illustration that is first drawn by hand and then redrawn as vector artwork. The subjects are surreal and relate to the name of each beer, while the colors follow the palette of the brand. The labels are printed in four process colors on adhesive paper for food use and finished with a matte varnish. The varnish reduces sharp reflections and improves grip on a cold can. The black can surface makes the printed colors more visible.

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Diaoyutai Liquor Packaging Design

Diaoyutai

Diaoyutai is a packaging design created for a high-end Chinese liquor. The dragon pattern, which represented the highest imperial image in ancient China, is used as the main decorative element. The bottle cap is richly detailed, and its square form recalls the jade seal that symbolized imperial power. The bottle itself remains very simple. The contrast between rich ornament and plain surfaces creates a solemn visual image with a distinct Chinese character. The outer box is made of recyclable paper, and the bottle is made of traditional Chinese ceramic.

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Yedao Lugui Baijiu Beverage

Yedao Lugui Baijiu

Yedao Lugui Baijiu is a packaging design for a liquor brand from Hainan Province in southern China. Eight well-known scenic spots of Hainan are presented as illustrations on the front of the glass bottle. The neck label is set apart by a different colour. The outer box is made of acrylic and paper, so the illustrated bottle inside can be clearly seen. Gold stamping and silk printing are applied to the box, and the bottle is finished with a roasted flower craft. The simple blue colour scheme reflects the local culture and tourism of Hainan.

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Jiang Hu Alcohol Beverage Package

Jiang Hu

Jiang Hu is a packaging design for huang jiu, a traditional Chinese rice wine. The bottle top is heavy enough to be used as a paperweight, and it can also be turned over and used as a drinking glass. The bottle holds a small volume, suited to common drinking habits. The outer box is made of foam instead of paper, so the same box protects the bottle during delivery. The graphics take the ancient Chinese token as a theme and depict the life of a swordsman. The aim is to give an old product a fresh image.

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New Year Gift Box  Packaging

New Year Gift Box

Xiaohongshu's 2022 New Year gift box comes from a legend about the Spring Festival. Continuing the tradition of ancestors, Xiaohongshu has prepared a different set of Light, Sound, and Red. The gifts include a camping night light, Halli Galli, red envelopes, and a red calendar book representing Xiaohongshu. This gift box combines the legend stories with three kinds of gifts, generating a new design method from the traditional culture. It hopes to express good wishes for the Chinese New Year and pass down a cultural inheritance to the new generation.

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