Everything and anything may one day come in cardboard packaging if all of these examples of cardboard branding are any indication of the substance's popularity. Companies have recently been turning to cardboard for several reasons. The main reason is that it helps them go green easily. Cardboard is recyclable after all and the same sheet can be used dozens of times in a variety of ways.
Another reason why cardboard branding has become so popular is that it is an outlet for creativity. Any sheet of cardboard can instantly become a low-cost canvas, a feature that has led to some pretty artful and creative cardboard boxes. I'm not normally a betting man, but I'd be willing to wager that all of these awesome examples of cardboard branding are just the beginning of the cardboard renaissance. The dark days are nearly over.
33 Examples of Cardboard Branding
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Mad Monkey Branding
Sustain Soap Packaging Features Ecstatic Endangered Species
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Cheeky Packaging Designs
Brooklyn Fare's Branding Puts the Fun in Functional
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Bow-Shaped Branding
Aufschwung Swing Packaging Celebrates the Crescent Form of its Contents
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Outlined Bake Dish Branding
Falcon Enamelware Packaging Employs the Simplicity of its Plate Design
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Cute Cardboard Branding
Mama, Papa and Gloria Packaging Embraces a Youthful Theme
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Cardboard Beer Branding
The Mug Pub by Ivan Maximov is for Eco-Friendly Boozers
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Minimalist Packaging
'Milk' by Darren Custance Keeps Things Simple
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Cracked Flask Branding
Broken Bottle Beer Packaging Will Start a Bar Fight
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Hand-Drawn Wine Branding
Promenade Wine Packaging Illustrates the Parisian Experience
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Charming Cardboard Branding
Librito de Mi Packaging Makes Recipients Feel Special
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Crosswise Coffee Branding
Starbucks Special Edition Packaging Seeks a Different Approach
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Seed-Embedded Packaging
The Cardboard Life Box Will Grow a Tree When It's Chucked
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Brewed Business Branding
The SD Coffee Cup is a Caffeinated Client Handout
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Home-Cooked Pasta Packaging
Pasta Nona Branding Embraces Grandma's Culinary Cachet
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Insightful Packaging Campaigns
Blind Foundation Guerrilla Grocery Ads Highlight Lack of Braille
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Fetching Pet Food Branding
Fish, Bird, Dog & Cat Packaging is Pussycat-Approved
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Organic Hairbrush Branding
All Natural Brushes Packaging Includes Fruit-Inspired Tress Treatments
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Promotional Cardboard Seats
The ‘Cheekseat' is Perfect for Useful Mass Mobile Advertis
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Freehand Condiment Branding
Senor John's BBQ Sauces Packaging Helps the Homeless
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Graffiti Accessory Packaging
Doodle-Covered Cardboard Boxes by Peter Gregson
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Fruity Prophylactic Branding
Durex Banana Packaging Marks a New Taste for Condom Marketing
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Homemade Distillery Branding
The Brooklyn Brew Shop 'Beer Making Kit' is Refreshingly Fun
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Minimal Modular Branding
Urbino Packaging Embodies the Formal Regularity of its Contents
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Boxed Video Games
Teagueduino Offers Mario in a Fun Low-Tech Manner
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Reusable Auction Packaging
The eBay Box is Meant to Be Sent Back and Forth
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Pierced Pin Branding
Jobeur Nail Packaging Demonstrates Creative Handiwork
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Grass in a Box
Nine99 Design Offers A Square of Spring Delivered in a Peek-A-Boo Package
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Bio-Conscious Drink Containers
Ecologic Sustainable Packaging Can be Recycled
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Family Bonding Branding
The Dinner Time Pasta Project Captures the Essence of Meals
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Cardboard Sneaker Packaging
The Air Jordan XIV Pizza Box Offers a Blueprint for the Shoe
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Brown-Bagged Beer
The Doss Blockos Beer Gives You That "Drinking in Public" Feel
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Paper Wine Bottles
Chateau GreenBottle Would Help Alleviate Stuffed UK Landfills
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Toothy Beverage Branding
Kido Milk Packaging Smiles About Calcium for Your Pearly Whites
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Sustainable Lightweight Cat Toys
A Team of Designers Create the Pet-Friendly Cat Box
Seaweed-Based Shoe Packaging
Ales Grey & Sway Partnered on Sustainable Footwear Packaging
Sustainable Speaker Packaging
Sonos' Packaging Shares a Premium, User-Friendly Experience
Eco-Conscious Beauty Packaging
Albéa Group Boasts Three Flagship Packaging Products
Lockable Pizza Boxes
Domino's Created Packaging with Security Codes to Protect Leftover Slices
Exclusive Brand Ambassador Programs
Better for All Seeks to Promote More Eco-Friendly Practices
Low-Value Plastic Recycling Methods
Ashaya Aims to Reuse Non-Recyclable Plastic Packaging
Accordion-Style Coffee Cups
The Accordion Paper Cup Concept is Easy to Carry
TV Packaging Seating Solutions
The 'Cuna' Furniture by Valeria Coello is Made Out of Cardboard
Eco-Friendly Bath Essentials
Bebo Seeks to Reimagine the Packaging of Kid's Bath Products
Paper-Made Chocolate Packaging
Nestlé Quality Street Tubs are Being Trialled in a New Format
Paperboard Supplement Packaging
Vital Proteins is Transitioning to Paper-Based Canisters
Bookshelf Board Games
These Classic Board Games are Disguised as Vintage Books
Aseptic Eco Beverage Packaging
The Tetra Brik Aseptic 200 Slim Leaf Carton is Paper-Based
Vibrant Snack Packaging Designs
Cooper Street Snacks Has Unveiled a New Packaging Design
Fiber-Based Recyclable Packaging
Mother Parkers Tea & Coffee Debuts New Eco-Friendly Packaging
Durable Egg Packaging Designs
Cascades Unveils the New Cascades Fresh GUARD EnVision™ Packaging
Reusable Paper-Made Water Bottles
The 'reU' Reusable Water Bottle Concept is Recyclable
Modern Coffee Packaging Designs
Copper Cow Coffee Recently Debuted a New Look for Its Coffees
Cardboard-Inspired Breathable Sneakers
adidas Introduces the Samba Cardboard Sneaker Model
Refreshed Colorful Candy Brands
Elmwood Reinvents the New Skittles Branding Update
Sustainable Sourceable Packagings
Securikett's Eco-Friendly Packaging are Verifiable by Consumers
Recyclable Label-Free Soda Packaging
Coca-Cola is Trialling New Sprite Bottles in the UK
Packaging-Inspired Footwear Designs
adidas Introduces the Unique Box Shoe Through its App
Canine-Friendly Branding Projects
Layer Overhauls the Branding of Canadian Dog Brand Earth Rated
Reformed Yogurt Packagings
Nomadic Redesigned its Packaging to Emphasize Health Benefits
Pillboxed-Shaped Fruit Cases
Kiwi Brand Zespri Debuts New Sustainable Fruit Package
Squid-Inspired Packaging
Squid-Inspired Packaging Revolutionizes Temperature Control
Sustainable E-Commerce Packaging
Dow and P&G China Launch Reduced Weight and Impact Packaging
Paperboard Gin Bottles
Georgian Bay Spirit's 100% Recycled Paperboard Bottle is Produced in Canada
Recyclable Paper Tissue Packaging
ARIA Premium Bath Tissue Packaging Can Be Curbside Recycled
Biodegradable Beauty Packaging
MOB Beauty's Earth-First Packaging Turns into Dirt
Paper-Based Potato Chip Packaging
Pringles Packaging Now Has a Paper Base Instead of a Metal One
Springtime Holiday Cereal Branding
Lucky Charms Limited-Edition Packaging is Here for Spring
Sustainably Packaged Yogurt Cups
Yoplait Launches the Sustainable Pure-Pak eSense Cartons
Paper Vodka Bottles
Mother of Pearl Vodka Debuts the First Australian Vodka in a Paper Bottle
Paper-Based Recyclable Packaging
Parkside's Newest Packaging is Durable with a Sealed Barrier
Encouraging Jar-Reusing Campaigns
Kraft Mayonnaise's Initiative Encourages Consumers to Repurpose
Cardboard-Resembling Illusion Cakes
Wholegreen Bakery Cooks up the Cardboard Cake
Repurposed Pasta Boxes
Barilla & Marie Kondo are Sharing How to Reuse Packaging
Plastic-Free Supply Chains
Ericsson is Investing in Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Ergonomic Eco-Friendly Drink Packaging
The Tetra Prisma Aseptic 300 Edge Packaging is Mindful
Eco-Friendly Consumable Packaging
This Biodegradable Composite Packaging is Transparent and Edible
Recyclable eCommerce Packaging
This New Amazon Packaging is Paper-Made and Arriving in the UK
Box-Like Innovative Apartment Designs
Photon Studio's Designs the Box in the Box Apartment
Recyclable Paper-Made Coffee Packaging
JDE Peet's is Rolling Out Recyclable Coffee Packaging
Paper-Made Porridge Packaging
Quaker Porridge Pots are Now Made with Paper for Easy Recycling
Pastel-Hued Energy Drink Packaging
The Rockstar Energy Rebranding Has Enhanced Graphics and More
Heat-Sealable Paper-Wrap Materials
Orlandi Launches the EcoPro™ Paper-Wrap Sustainable Packaging
Light-Blocking Packaging Sleeves
Brook + Whittle's Patented GreenLabel BlockOut is Recyclable
Transformative Pizza Box Tables
Pizza Hut Introduces the Moving Box Table Packaging
Paper-Made Shrink Wrap Packaging
The 'TrayWrap' Paper Solution is Plastic-Free
Paper-Packaged Haircare Products
Babo Botanicals Has Launched Haircare Products in Cartons
Beer-Based Blister Packs
This Blister Packaging for Cosmetic Refills is Made from Beer By-Products
Upcycled Circular Design Products
Cyrc Designs Expansive Products with Sustainable Themes
Refreshed Water Branding Identities
Flow Beverage Corp. Announces Its Evolved Brand Identity
Recyclable Paper-Made Packaging Solutions
Mondi FunctionalBarrier Paper Ultimate is Sustainable
Recycled Diaper Packaging
Kimberly-Clark Collaborates with Amcor on a Sustainability Solution
Sustainable Natural Wine Boxes
Big Naturals Offers a Premium Tasting Experience in Eco Packaging
Anthropomorphized Bath Products
Uoga Uoga Kids' Packaging Can Be Customized with Stickers
Insulated Recyclable Bags
ProAmpac Unveils a Sustainable Packaging Solution for Grocery Deliveries
AR Yogurt Packaging
Chobani's Interactive Yogurt Packaging Engages Snackers for Halloween
All-Red Tomato Rebrands
Pomì Unveils a New Sustainable Design to Attract Consumer Attention
Interactive Connected Packaging
Asahi Beverages Philippines Debuts a New Experience
Resilient Recyclable Paper Packaging
ProAmpac ProActive Recyclable RP-1000 HB is Durably Made
Recyclable Hardware Packaging
Nokia is Adopting Lighter Recyclable Packaging for Circularity
Plastic-Free Alcohol Packaging
The Aldi Recyclable Alcohol Packaging Reduces Plastic Waste
Sustainable Produce Packaging
These Cascades Eco-Friendly Produce Baskets are Recycled
Recyclable Cardboard Lining
Sonoco Created Recyclable Linings for Cristalco's Icing Sugars
Origami-Inspired Lunch Boxes
The FoldiBox 2 Box has a Flatpack and Technical Design
Sustainable Cafe Delivery Cases
This Paper Pulp Coffee Carrier Keeps Drinks Hot or Cold
Plant-Inspired Coffee Packaging
This L’OR Coffee Packaging Comes in Several Styles
Paper-Based Yogurt Cups
Nancy’s Probiotic Foods Sustainably Packages Single-Serve Oatmilk Yogurt
Paper-Packaged Snack Chips
Walkers Baked Multipacks Ditch Plastic in Favor of Paper Alternatives
Eco-Conscious Scotch Packaging
This New Laphroaig Packaging Cuts Emissions by 30%
Grain Husk Packaging Solutions
Proservation Develops 'Recou' out of Unused Grain Husks
Paper-Packaged Porridge Products
Everyday Essentials Porridge Oats Come in Plastic-Free Packaging
Sustainable Frozen Treat Packaging
Metsä Board Re-Designed its Ice Cream Packaging
Eco-Friendly Alt Milk Packaging
Califia Farms Packaging Now Features 100% Recycled Plastic
Recyclable Apple Packaging Initiatives
Superfresh Growers Introduces a New Sustainable Packaging
Eco-Conscious Deodorant Packaging
Respectueuse Utilizes EnviroStick Packaging to Promote Recycling
Compostable Film Packaging
The Vikings & Goddesses Pie Company Adopted Futamura's NatureFlex Film
Customizable White-Label Consumables
Printify Offers On-Demand Consumables for Brands & Businesses
Paper-Made Drink Mix Packaging
This Fairfood Powdered Oat Drink Features the Sonoco GREENCAN®
Legacy Chocolate Brand Packaging
The Cadbury 200th Anniversary is Being Marked with Retro Branding
Paper-Based Appliance Packaging
Phillips Home Appliance Products are Repackaged Using DS Smith
Recyclable High-Barrier Food Packaging
ProAmpac ProActive Recyclable FibreSculpt is Recycled
Biodegradable Bubblegum Packages
Milliways Launches a New Biodegradable and Recyclable Box Design
Recyclable Paper Packaging Initiatives
Walmart is Swapping to Recyclable Packaging on All Channels
Plastic-Free Personal Care Products
Community Goods Touts Eco-Friendly Solutions and Packaging
Peeling Cheese Packaging Billboards
This Babybel Billboard is Inspired by the Product's Packaging
Bark-Based Packaging Technology
Bpacks is a Biodegradable Packaging Startups with a New Solution
Cocoa Bean-Based Display Units
Mars Wrigley is Trialing a Second 'Cocoa Cardboard' Bean Display
Interactive Toothpaste Packaging
Bluemarlin Created the Designs for the Colgate Toothpaste Packs
Recycled Cardboard Toilet Papers
These Tesco Paper Products are for the Kitchen and Bathroom
Bespoke Packaging Solutions
The Kite Packaging Corrugated Fan Fold is Ready for Large-Scale Use
Summertime Americana Chip Branding
The Pringles Fourth of July Branding is Patriotic
Controlled Film Packagings
The Propafilm Series Includes Film Packaging for Various Industries
Eco-Friendly Cracker Packaging
Jacob’s Crackers Selection Now Comes in Boxes with Reduced Plastic
Treasure Box-Inspired Wellness Packaging
NATPAT Recently Unveiled Redesigned Retail Packaging
Sustainable Blackcurrant Packaging
Hero Benelux Unveils the Sustainable 'Cassis' Carton Packaging
Recycled Ad Campaigns
Mars is Reusing Fan-Favorite Ads to Bring Attention to Climate Change
Coated Recycled Paperboards
Graphic Packaging International Launches the New Paperboard Packaging
Paper-Packaged Popped Snacks
Snack A Jacks Multipacks are Ditching Virgin Plastic Material
Rewarding Milk Packaging
Ocado's Milk Bottle Recycling Initiative Gives Rewards for Recycling
Plastic-Cutting Retail Initiatives
Amazon is Cutting Its Plastic Use in North America
Eco Single-Serving Dairy Packaging
Valio PROfeel Quark Products Now Come in Paperboard Cups
Reusable Banana Containers
Fresh Del Monte Launches a New Banana Container with Arena Packaging
Advanced Printing Techniques
BrandMyDispo Has Introduced Printing Techniques for Custom Mylar Bags
Vibrant Spanish Meat Packaging
Onmi Design Re-Imagined Purlom's Branding
Tree-Free Sustainable Packaging
Craste Uses Crop Residue to Create Eco-Friendly Packaging
Eco-Friendly Paper Towels
Bravo's Paper Towels are Made from 90% Recycled Materials
QR Code Turkey Branding
This New Butterball Branding Encourages Consumers to Engage with the Brand
Paper Sampling Containers
Arcade Beauty Debuts a Paper-Based Sampling Solution for Beauty Products
Paper-Made Mushroom Packaging
Sainsbury's Mushroom Punnets are Now Made with Cardboard
Playful Coffee Packaging
Sunday Coffee Project's Packaging is Inspired by Cereal Boxes
Drone Marketing Initatives
LEGO Takes to the Sky with Drone Show and Aerial Messages
High-Quality Pizza Packaging
These Kite Packaging Printed Pizza Boxes Come in Packs of 100
Skateboarding-Inspired Ads
Vans Launched the ‘Always Pushing’ Ad Highlighting Skating Culture
Plastic Reduction Meat Packaging
Sainsbury's New Steak Packaging Will Save Ample Plastic Use
CBD Packaging Boxes
These Custom CBD Boxes Enhance the Customer Experience
Vibrantly Re-Designed Tea Packaging
Chay Tea Has Undergone a Geometric Packaging Rebrand
Playful Reusable Diaper Designs
Charlie Banana Debuts a New Selection of Reusable Diaper Products
Cardboard-Inspired Ceramic Household Art
Jacques Monneraud Designs the Cardboard Collection
Recycled Packaging Designs
DEBATIN and PreZero Launch the 60% PCR Material-Sourced Packaging
Farmer-Celebrating Egg Branding
This New NestFresh Branding Puts Farmers in the Spotlight
Curved Stacked Wooden Boxes
Studio Entrandan Designs the Box Set with Wooden Details
Fiber-Based Meat Packaging
This Chilled Meat Packaging Reduces Plastic by 90%
Eye-Catching Fruit Cups
This Dole Sunshine Company Packaging Highlights Bright Colors
Pink Sushi Boxes
Dept. Sushi Serves Up Sushi in Chic, Vibrant Boxes
Cardboard Box-Transformed Furniture
Max Lamb Presents the Box Exhibition at Gallery Fumi
Efficiency-Optimized Snack Packaging
This Kellanova Snack Packaging Has Reduced Plastic
Paper Packaging Recycle Stations
Co-cre8 Debuts the New Paper Cup Collection and Recycling Service
Producer-Focused Coffee Packaging
Onyx Coffee Lab's Retail Coffee Packaging Enhances Connection
Nutrition-Focused Cereal Branding
The Cheerios Range is Showcasing New Branding in the UK
Contemporary Tea Packaging
Chaiboy's Tea Tells a Story Through Its Design
Gilded Free-Range Egg Packaging
Bird Bros Gloriously Golden Eggs Now Come in New Cartons
Optimized Eco Postal Packaging
Kite Packaging Large Letter Postal Boxes Now Come in Eight Sizes
Branding Trivia Games
Decode the Identity is a Playful Homage to Iconic Brands
Simplified Fastener Packs
VELCRO Brand's Color-Coded Packaging Inspires & Speeds Up Shopping