Food & Drink Process & Packaging Issue 27 2020 | Page 40

OPM Group The Art of Decoration Your label communicates multiple messages and ultimately affect messages both overtly and sub- purchasing decisions. Particular colours consciously and can convince buyers to are more predominantly associated with choose one product over another. Brand certain product categories or sectors. labels are complex beasts.  While they Research your sector colours carefully need to convey key information about at design stage. Colour is an essential origin, styles, and the brand, they also feature of package design and constitutes need to appeal visually to consumers – a prominent component of the product’s making it important to make this first visual identity impression count. LABEL LOGIC DIFFERENTIATE. Think beyond rectangles, squares, and circles; irregularly three levels shaped labels can create a unique identity. Choices include extra-rounded corners, 1. From a distance when you see the label sharp geometric angles, two-part labels, across the aisle, you are drawn to the torn-look edges, or custom shapes. If you label. It easily competes with the other have, an interestingly shaped container products it is placed by in store. consider using an unconventional label shape to match. clear, simple and have a hierarchy of info. 3. At home , the consumer should notice another dimension they did not see at first. For example, a little about their history of the brand. Something that makes readers get out their smartphones or laptops to learn more. HOW DO YOU BUILD A “SHOW STOPPING” LABEL? MATERIAL SELECTION – build an identity, what suits the brand? There are innumerable material options to choose, from textured uncoated stock to glossy paper, or clear film for a “no-label look” and metallised for a distinctive shine. OPM has a vast range of options available to suit any desired look or application. Gloss paper, beautiful textured and uncoated papers, clear film, metallised options, and natural Kraft paper. We also have a variety of specialty materials that Colours influence emotions, increase provide a unique look (e.g. leather, wood, brand recognition, create cues for holographic and more) 40 FDPP - www.fdpp.co.uk • Together lets promote YOUR brand story! • Get in touch to discuss your print needs today [email protected] OPM USE BESPOKE DIE CUTTING TO A label will be successful if it works on 2. At arm’s length, the label should be work in partnership • OPM to deliver quality print Hide the Label, Hide the Difference? FOR PERFORMANCE AND SUSTAINABILITY - Most brands are looking to engage their environmental responsibility, so why not choose a sustainable material. There are plenty of options available, whether it is recycled content, chain of custody certified, biodegradable, or made from unique waste products like sugarcane or limestone. Wow that’s a lot of Inspiration! With so many options all that is left to do is get in touch with OPM to bring your labels and flexible packaging to life. Our team A recent industry study found Consumer loyalty to specific brands is unlikely to be based on the taste of the beer alone. Marketing and packaging are the main drivers of consumer differentiation. When beer is consumed in the usual setting, i.e. casually at a bar or in the home, brand cues are present from start to finish. Whether from the label on a bottle or can, or the pump tap at a bar, consumers usually know what brand of beer they’re drinking before they take the first sip, and top-down cues thus shape the sensory experience and loyalty to the brand. You owe it to YOUR BEER to invest in a great printed label. In today’s increasingly crowded beverage market, your label can be all that stands between you and the decision to taste the beer for the first time. of experts can help you navigate our full range of embellishment solutions to ensure you achieve the look your brand deserves ! www.opmgroup.co.uk OPM OPM (Labels & Packaging) Group Limited OPM offer services for customers of all sizes, across the beverage sector, from long runs to convenience quantities with short lead times. At OPM we take great pride in the superior quality of our printed products. Great Print enhances your brand and sells your product. The Colour Box, Gelderd Road, Leeds, LS12 6TG Certified to PS9000 : 2016, ISO 9001 : 2015 • BRC/ IoP Global Standard for Food Packaging Issue 5. Zero Labels 2 Landfill Scheme Certification Awarded. A Full Low Migration Ink Site in a GMP Environment.