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Produced in the country of Ireland (who knew?!), Mic's Chilli Sauce features wonderfully intricate and interesting illustrations by artist Steve Simpson.
With motifs inspired by Mayan, Mexican, and Chinese cultures, Simpson has created beautiful works of art that are fun to explore. He has even designed custom barcodes that are in keeping with the flavor of the design (click link for images).
*camille
JouJou is a toy store that is part of The Grand America hotel in Salt Lake City. In keeping with the whimsical luxury of the hotel, Utah firm Stuck managed to capture the feel of a child's imaginary paradise.
The colors, architectural details and playful iterations of the JouJou logo are certain to bring a smile to the faces of adults and children alike. In fact, I'm sitting here wondering if I have any reason to take a road trip to Salt Lake City. FAO Schwartz, move over!
Click the link above for more images, including an interesting look into the design development process.
*camille
Square Inch Design Blog posted this great series of posters illustrating -- in a gloriously minimalist way -- various children's stories.
Love these!
*camille
In the age of specialty, gourmet baked goods (have you been to your local cupcake shop lately?), it's always a treat to see how something old (cake!...) is made new again with unique packaging (...in jars!).
These Austrian treats offer a new way to enjoy a single serving of cake, nicely contained in a colorfully labeled glass jar. There's even a petite wooden spoon affixed to the outside for immediate enjoyment.
I wonder if this will catch on in the States...? Only time will tell!
*camille
Warm colors, rustic illustrations and an appealing mix of typography make for a lovely carton of eggs.
This colorful design was intended to "elevate" Rahal Farms' sustainable, fresh eggs above others on the store shelves. The design is certainly elegant, but it's also very approachable. There's an implied quality and attention to detail that you don't mind paying a little extra for.
*camille
Quick post: I came across a thorough round-up of the D&AD packaging design winners on the Lovely Package website. Click the link to see the winners and get a little inspiration. Lots of exceptional work!
*camille
This is the Cartier ad/film L'Odyssee de Cartier that made it's debut in the U.S. (I think), during this year's Super Bowl. At the time, I didn't fully appreciate it as it seemed a bit excessive and out-of-place.
However, after watching it again on YouTube, without the distraction of competing chip commercials and amusing talking babies, I have a new appreciation for what Cartier has produced.
Even more interesting, the behind-the-scenes footage describing the making of Cartier's visionary production is truly fascinating. Filmed with real animals in real locations, L'Odyssee is much more than a "commercial." It is the history of one of the world's most renowned brands presented in cinematic form.
The behind-the-scenes footage below is well worth your time to see what went into making this unique production. Among other things, producers had to consider: How will a panther react to seeing snow for the first time?
h/t David Airey
*camille
The array of fun images and colors used for the Dallas restaurant Sissy's Southern Kitchen must be a hit with the locals.
Sure, there's a place for classy, mature, upscale elegance...But there are plenty of times when you just want to sit down in a place that makes you smile. It looks like Sissy's might fit the bill in that regard.
If the menus are indicative of the restaurant's interior, I'm pretty sure Sissy's would be on my list of favorite hang-outs.
*camille
