Ecological luxurious boxes and packagings for new requirements

By relying on materials from renewable sources and quality design, packaging can combine luxury and respect for the environment. all players in the packaging sector are aware of the special attention nowadays paid to the production of ecological luxurious boxes and packaging. Consumers, and retailers, now demand that products have the lowest possible impact on the environment.

This means using packaging made from more sustainable materials while ensuring that such packaging is as efficient as possible. This means striking the right balance between low impact on supply and production, product protection, transport efficiency, the attractiveness of displays, functionality, and efficient treatment of products at the end of their life cycle, whether through recycling or biodegradation.

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While this requirement already represents a challenge for standard packaging, it is an even greater challenge when it comes to more luxurious products. Consumers have certainly developed an environmental awareness, but they nevertheless expect to be impressed or seduced by the packaging of the luxury products they buy. Is it therefore possible for the industry to create packaging that is both luxurious and environmentally friendly?

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Towards more sustainable practices

Although consumers tend to be increasingly aware of the need to protect the environment, premium brands and their customers are historically perceived as being less sensitive to this criterion than to the functionality of packaging. From cosmetics to confectionery, all of these products have packaging that combines different materials that contribute to reinforcing this overall impression of refinement and sumptuousness.

Thus, most include plastics, glass, and many other materials. This packaging, which reflects both quality and price, can be difficult to recycle and can have a significant environmental impact, both during procurement and production.

However, there has been a shift in recent years as more sustainable practices emerge in the luxury packaging market, and many manufacturers have already moved in this direction.

To this end, there are simple steps for manufacturers to take into account, such as considering end-of-life when choosing packaging. In terms of design, it is sometimes better to keep it simple, as minimalist but high-end packaging can be sufficient to achieve the desired luxury effect. This is particularly the case in the food and beverage sector, especially for luxurious products, which often opt for clean, authentic packaging that highlights the origin of the product.

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Doing better with less

Of course, the solution is not always as obvious as a simple design combined with quality materials. This is particularly the case for luxury food or beverage packaging, where this can be a real challenge. The materials that can be used are inherently limited: they must guarantee freshness and comply with health and safety requirements.

In addition, there is a need to find the right balance between under and overpackaging in order to limit the negative impact on the environment. Too little packaging can lead to food wastage, while overpackaging, on the other hand, requires considerable resources. The solution lies in innovation by using new materials and research by developing more environmentally friendly production methods.

Design is also important from a functional point of view, allowing materials to be separated for reuse or recycling. This is particularly important when different materials are combined, such as in food or cosmetic packaging where several layers are often required.

Similarly, brands observe that consumers often retain and continue to use luxury packaging, rather than throwing it away. Luxury shoe boxes are a good example, serving as storage in a consumer's wardrobe, rather than being thrown away like their cheaper counterparts. Not only is this a good reuse option, but the brand can also benefit from continued advertising. All the more reason to favor quality over quantity.

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