The Psychology of Product Packaging: How Design Impacts Consumer Behavior

Product packaging design highly correlates with consumer behavior for many industries. In fact, a significant proportion of consumer purchasing decisions are made while browsing store aisles, and product packaging design plays a major role in influencing what they choose to buy.

How Can Product Packaging Design Influence Consumer Behavior?

Product packaging design influences consumer behavior in various ways. For example, if you manufacture luxury products, your product packaging should reflect that. Your product itself may be an inherently luxurious item; however, without packaging that enhances its perception, your target market may walk by it in favor of products offered by your competition. In this scenario, specialty finishing could be the addition that draws consumers toward your luxury products.

Or let’s say that you manufacture organic juices. In this case, your product packaging should not only mention the word organic, but its design should also lead consumers to think organic. This concept is a bit abstract, but it becomes clearer once you take a moment to think about it. What imagery, colors, and other thoughts come to mind when focusing on the word organic? This exercise can help you envision product packaging designs that better portrays organic to your target market.

female looking at product packaging on a wine bottle

We understand that these are somewhat specific examples; however, this knowledge can be applied to nearly any consumer-facing product. Contact us today so we can help your product packaging design resonate with potential customers.

 
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