39 standout packaging designs

Packaging design surrounds us, wherever we are. Creating an eye-catching packaging design that suits the product, stands out on crowded shelves, and doesn't cost a fortune to produce is a real challenge. And now more than ever, there's the concern of environmental impact. Increasingly, 'excess' packaging or non-eco-friendly materials will result in a backlash from potential customers. Throw in a challenging economic landscape for retailers, and it's safe to say packaging design isn't an easy job right now.

However, designers have risen to the challenge. In this post, we've rounded up standout examples of packaging designs to inspire you and guide your efforts. For more advice, use the jump link above to to skip to handy free online packaging design resources. For more inspiration, check out our roundup of the best print ads around.

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Rosie Hilder

Rosie Hilder is Creative Bloq's Deputy Editor. After beginning her career in journalism in Argentina – where she worked as Deputy Editor of Time Out Buenos Aires – she moved back to the UK and joined Future Plc in 2016. Since then, she's worked as Operations Editor on magazines including Computer Arts, 3D World and Paint & Draw and Mac|Life. In 2018, she joined Creative Bloq, where she now assists with the daily management of the site, including growing the site's reach, getting involved in events, such as judging the Brand Impact Awards, and helping make sure our content serves the reader as best it can.