Although 2020 events have impacted supply chains and slowed the growth of sustainable packaging, the importance of specialty finishes continues to be a pandemic packaging trend. Many brands opt for new foil techniques and innovative varnish textures as a way to keep costs down, while still achieving a high-end look. They are also an effective touch…
Although 2020 events have impacted supply chains and slowed the growth of sustainable packaging, the importance of specialty finishes continues to be a pandemic packaging trend. Many brands opt for new foil techniques and innovative varnish textures as a way to keep costs down, while still achieving a high-end look. They are also an effective touch…
Once considered the new kid in town, shrink sleeves continue to grow. In fact, since the Covid-19 outbreak, some brands that previously printed directly onto containers have switched to shrink sleeves. This is due to shorter lead times, cost and because this type of packaging allows manufacturers to produce lower quantities. Other benefits include 360 degree…
Once considered the new kid in town, shrink sleeves continue to grow. In fact, since the Covid-19 outbreak, some brands that previously printed directly onto containers have switched to shrink sleeves. This is due to shorter lead times, cost and because this type of packaging allows manufacturers to produce lower quantities. Other benefits include 360 degree…
The flexible packaging marketing was still growing in 2019, but slowing because of consumer demand for eco-friendly materials. But Covid-19 has dramatically shifted consumer priorities. Sustainability has taken a back seat to safety. Now, flexible packaging sample-size sachets will be a major factor in health, beauty, and personal care sales for the foreseeable future. Contactless…
Just a few short months ago, sustainable packaging and holographic effects were two label trends that were gaining popularity. But since Covid-19 lockdowns began in March, we have seen noticeable shifts in the industry. This new “normal” of living through a pandemic has given rise to an increase in tamper-evident labels. Since they are an…
Last year one of our blogs pondered the question: Is Sustainable Packaging a Fairy Tale? Until now, eco-friendly choices have been limited and have not performed as well as traditional materials. Clients would come to us with a long list of requirements for their packaging, including sustainable labels. Most of the time, we needed to…
Overnight Labels has been focused on sustainability in the packaging industry for more than a decade. In fact, we started winning awards for sustainable packaging in 2007 and are vigilant in researching the newest innovations. Over time, we realized that there was more to “going green” than just recycled paper stock. That’s why we’re unveiling…
We all know that Covid-19 has dramatically changed most businesses for the foreseeable future. No one could have predicted that fashion companies would be making face masks. Or that beer, wine and spirit brands would be producing hand sanitizer. In fact, sales of gel-based hand sanitizers saw a 73% spike in March 2020 and the US hand…
Over the last few months, I’ve worked with many clients dealing with the new normal, including supply chain issues. Overnight Labels has been able to help them because all of our material is domestically sourced. We never ran out, even at the height of Covid-19. Our turnaround times are faster than industry averages, so we’ve printed millions of labels…
