Drawing on classic holiday ads from the mid-19th-century and old-fashioned penny candy, William Sonoma brings some nostalgic Christmas spirit to the shelves with its Holiday Confection Tins. The line of candy boxes boasts a festive crimson red and a typeface that reminiscent of a simpler time.
These vintage-inspired tins are perfect for design-enthusiasts looking to add a novel element to their collection. "For Williams-Sonoma, and their customers, the arrival of the holidays means the return of their signature holiday confections. ...The intent is to make this line feel special, collectible, and giftable."
These giftable Holiday Confection Tins are filled with delicious Mini Licorice Candy Canes that feature a creamy filling, Red & Green Sour Spheres with cherry and apple centers, and the Sour Stars and Sour Santas with juicy flavors. Fans can purchase the tins online and in select retailers.
Holiday Confection Tins
William Sonoma Feature a Festive Crimson Red and Typeface
Trend Themes
1. Vintage-inspired Packaging - William Sonoma's Holiday Confection Tins feature a vintage-inspired design to appeal to design-enthusiasts and collectors.
2. Nostalgic Branding - The use of mid-19th-century holiday ads and old-fashioned penny candy typography in William Sonoma's Holiday Confection Tins taps into nostalgia for a simpler time.
3. Giftable Confections - William Sonoma's Holiday Confection Tins are marketed as collectible and giftable, appealing to consumers looking for unique and special holiday treats.
Industry Implications
1. Candy and Confectionery - The candy and confectionery industry can use vintage-inspired packaging and nostalgic branding to create new, collectible products with a high perceived value.
2. Retail and E-commerce - Retailers can benefit from offering limited-edition, giftable products with unique and nostalgic packaging, particularly during the holiday season.
3. Graphic Design and Branding - Graphic designers and branding professionals can create retro-inspired packaging and typography to evoke nostalgia and capture a sense of whimsy in products and campaigns.