Whipshots reaches sales of two million cans
Starco Brands and Cardi B have announced that its collaboration “Whipshots” has now sold over two million cans since its debut in December 2021, reports the Metal Packager. Whipshots is a vodka-infused whipped cream, developed by renowned singer and artist, Cardi B, and Starco Brands. The whipped cream saw its first one million sales after […]
The Code of Practice for PET aerosols dispenser recyclability
The European Aerosol Federation (FEA) launches a new sustainability initiative known as “The Code of Practice for PET aerosol dispenser recyclability, reports World Aerosols.The initiative, introduced by the FEA, is set to represent the aerosol industry’s transition to fully recyclable plastic aerosols dispensers. The FEA said: “Currently PET aerosols dispensers placed on the EU single […]
CFA releases French aerosol production figures for 2022
On the 10th of March, the CFA (Comité Français des Aérosols) met to compile the 2022 production figures of aerosols in France, reports World Aerosols.The results have finally been disclosed, and the CFA stated that production of aerosol dispensers in France grew by 8.7% in 2022 (649,78 million units vs 598 million units in 2021). […]
e.l.f. Beauty and American Eagle develop denim-inspired cosmetics collection
e.l.f. beauty, a Gen Z makeup brand, is teaming up with American Eagle to produce a denim-inspired makeup and skincare range, reports Beauty Packaging. This collection is the first fashion endeavour for e.l.f. beauty and first makeup endeavour for American Eagle. The e.l.f. beauty x American Eagle range will include: “Denim Daze” eyeshadow palette, “Perfect […]
Press Release | ArcelorMittal becomes an Official Partner of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games
ArcelorMittal, a world leader in steel production, will manufacture some of the key symbols of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, in an aid to reach a low carbon footprint. ArcelorMittal is one of the world’s leading steel and mining company, with a presence in 60 countries and primary steelmaking facilities in 16 […]
Louis Vuitton adorned Easter chocolate collection
La Chocolaterie by Maxime Frédéric, a renowned French pastry chef, is celebrating Easter with limited-edition chocolate eggs and creations inspired by the luxury house. Louis Vuitton opens a new cultural destination in celebration of the 160 years of creative exchanges between the luxury house. Overseen by Maxime Frédéric, La Chocolaterie debuts a stunning array of […]
First look at Mugler x H&M collection
High-street fashion company, H&M, has embarked on a new designer collaboration with French luxury house, Mugler, which is said to be launched on the 11 May, reports Vogue Business. The H&M and Mugler collection, designed by Mugler’s Creative Director, Casey Cadwallader spans womenswear, menswear and accessories. On the 23 March, a teaser music video was […]
Podcast | Cory Connors and Olivier Delataulade discuss glass packaging at L’Oréal
Cory Connors, our Paris Packaging Week partner, is a sustainable packaging advocate and the owner of the Sustainable Packaging Podcast. Cory was joined by Olivier Delataulade, glass packaging expert at L’Oreal at Paris Packaging Week 2023, to record a podcast discussing the future of glass packaging and how to make it more sustainable. Listen to […]
Positive Luxury report | The way to win
‘The way to win’ is Positive Luxury’s 2023 predictions report. Positive Luxury are an organisation who help brands adapt to the new sustainability economy. They developed the ‘Butterfly Mark’ which is a well-recognised, industry-leading certification that recognises luxury brands who are committed to having a positive impact on nature and society. This trend report highlights […]
Guerlain and its love for bees and biodiversity
Guerlain has, for many years, been a pioneer in tackling corporate social responsibility (CSR) issues, from as early as 2007 with the commencement of its sustainable development project. One example of this is the adoption of the bee as the forefront of the brand. The bee has been the emblem of Guerlain since 1853, and […]
Aluminium aerosol can market due to reach $7.1 billion dollars by 2033
The aluminium aerosol can market is projected to reach a valuation of $4.4 billion dollars in 2023, and is set to rise to $7.1 billion dollars by 2033, according to a new report by Future Market Insights Inc. This growth in market is said to be a result of the growing urbanisation, increasing population, change […]
Podcast | Cory Connors and Georges Bouille discuss the future of sustainable aerosol packaging
Cory Connors, our Paris Packaging Week partner, is a sustainable packaging advocate and the owner of the Sustainable Packaging Podcast. Cory was joined by Georges Bouille, CEO of Adwatis at Paris Packaging Week 2023, to record a podcast discussing the future of sustainable aerosol packaging.Listen to the full podcast to discover: The future of aerosol […]
The etma reports growth in 2022 tube deliveries
The European Tube Manufacturers Association (etma) forecasts a 2% growth in tube deliveries in 2022. etma have reported this 2% as 11.8 billion units, reports World Aerosols.The organisation saw that the most key end-user markets experienced different growth trends. While shipments to the volume-dominant pharmaceutical, dental care, and cosmetics markets increased by roughly 13%, 2%, […]
International shipments of aluminium cans increased by 5.5% in 2022
Global deliveries of aluminium aerosol cans rose 5.5% to around three billion units in in the first half of 2022, according to figures from members of AEROBAL, reports Aerosol Europe. This rapid growth is said to be due to increased demand from the pharmaceutical, hairspray and household sectors, which grew by 9%, 34% and 15% […]
The French cosmetics sector exceeds 19 billion euros in exports in the last year
The French cosmetics industry has achieved record growth in the last year: up 18.8%, reports the FEBEA (Fédération des Entreprises de la Beauté.) This record growth is notably due to the perfumery, make up, and skincare markets. The European Union is still the most important market for French cosmetics exports, closely followed by the United […]
Case Study | Delta Neo on sustainability, challenges and attending Paris Packaging Week
Delta Neo is a company who has mastered a wide range of technical specialities in a multitude of industries for example, metal wire and metal strip working, micro-drilling, micromachining and so much more. Delta Neo answers our questions on their background, attending Paris Packaging Week, key packaging challenges and so much more. Tell us a […]
Podcast: Cory Connors x Diana Verde talk about ESG, intelligent packaging, climate change, and more
Cory Connors, our newest Paris Packaging Week partner, is a sustainable packaging advocate and the owner of the Sustainable Packaging Podcast. Cory recently collaborated with Diana Verde, Co-founder of Positive Luxury. Listen to the full podcast to uncover: Diana Verde’s background The importance of ESG and sustainability to Positive Luxury How packaging has changed in […]
Podcast: Cory Connors x Alain D’Haese and Jean Blottière talk about the partnership between FEA and ADF, the Innovation Awards and more!
Cory Connors, our newest Paris Packaging Week partner, is a sustainable packaging advocate and the owner of the Sustainable Packaging Podcast. Cory recently collaborated with Alain D’Haese, Secretary General of the European Aerosol Federation (FEA) and Jean Blottiere, Delegate General of the French Aerosol Committee (CFA), to record a podcast discussing all things ADF, innovation […]
What 2022 taught us and what 2023 will bring in beauty packaging, by Eva Lagarde, Founder and CEO of re/sources
A report by Eva Lagarde, founder and CEO of re/sources. A year has gone by already and it’s time to think back and take on the learnings. I wrote an article in early 2022 about the trends in beauty packaging. It’s time to look back into it and see what was true and what needs revision. […]
The Pantone 2023 Colour of the Year
Viva Magenta 18-1750 has been hailed the Colour of the Year 2023, by Pantone. Welcome to the Magentaverse! Viva Magenta 18-1750 moves away from the soft pastels, neutrals and greens we have been seeing over the past couple of years. This shade is an unapologetic, bright, explosive red. Viva Magenta is rooted in the red […]
L’Oréal and Hotel Shilla’s new luxury beauty collection
L’Oréal, Hotel Shilla and Anchor Equity Partners to launch a new luxury beauty brand, named Shihyo, reports Global Cosmetics News.Shihyo, the luxury beauty line, is based on ShiHyo24, a signature ingredient, formulated from 24 herbal ingredients , sourced from local farmers in Korea. All of which are harvested at the peak of each season and […]
Estée Lauder to acquire Tom Ford
Estée Lauder is set to be the new owner of Tom Ford, in a $2.8 billion deal, reports Vogue Business. Estée Lauder is set to take over luxury beauty and fashion brand, Tom Ford, as it strives to create momentum in luxury beauty- “a promising category”. The Ermenegildo Zegna Group, which also owns Thom Browne, […]
Bugatti and Champagne Carbon push hyper-personalized packaging
With the new La Bouteille Sur Mesure service from Bugatti and Champagne Carbon, luxury consumers can personalize their Champagne, its carbon fiber bottle and Bugatti-inspired case, reports Luxe Packaging Insight. Last year saw the introduction of the one-of-a-kind La Bouteille Noire from luxury carmaker Bugatti and Champagne Carbon, which encase a 15-liter bottle in three […]
Prada launches sustainable fine jewellery collection
Eternal Gold is Prada’s, first venture into the fine jewellery market, reports Vogue. Eternal Gold is a 50-piece genderless collection that focuses on the heart, the chain and the snake, which, according to Prada jewellery director Timothy Iwata, aims to give “contemporary meaning and relevance to classic shapes.” Not only is Eternal Gold Prada’s first […]
Podcast: Cory Connors x Josh Brooks on sustainability, innovation, design, and Paris Packaging Week
Cory Connors, our newest partner for Paris Packaging Week, is an advocate for sustainable packaging and owner of the ‘Sustainable Packaging Podcast’. Cory recently collaborated with Josh Brooks, Marketing Director at Paris Packaging Week, to record a podcast discussing all things sustainability, innovation and design. Cory Connors, also known as @corygated on tiktok, is a […]
Report: The future of watches and jewellery by Positive Luxury
Positive Luxury is a group formed to help brands, suppliers and retailers across the globe adapt to the everchanging climate economy. Being ESG+ certified by Positive Luxury will enable companies to manage risk, embed innovation and credibly foster consumer trust. Fine jewellery and watches, also referred to as ‘hard luxury’ products, have been produced within […]
Breitling’s first ever “traceable” watch
Breitling’s new diamond-studded chronomat is its first ever traceable watch, reports The Robb Report. Brietling’s “traceable” watch means that owners are encouraged to actively engage with information about the origins of the raw materials used to create the watches. The watch brand sources it’s gold responsibly from a mine which meets the Swiss Better Gold’s […]
Burberry x Minecraft: a unique collaboration
Burberry, the British luxury fashion house, aims to increase its presence in the gaming world, hence its collaboration with the most famous video game of all – Minecraft, reports Le Journal du luxe. This collaboration between the digital and physical worlds is set to see a capsule collection which mixes Burberry designs with the pixels […]
L’Oréal and Meta launch metaverse startup accelerator
L’Oréal’s collaboration with Meta and HEC Paris signals its commitment increasing its presence in Web3, reports Global Cosmetics Business. Beauty giant L’Oréal has recently announced the launch of a start-up scheme with social media group Meta, formerly Facebook. This scheme will focus on the development of a comprehensive metaverse ecosystem and will support creative startups […]
Whipshots; the aerosol dispensed alcoholic whipped cream
Whipshots was released onto the market in December 2021 in partnership with Cardi B, and has just surpassed 1 million sales, reports World Aerosols.The one-of-a-kind, vodka infused whipped cream, is the result of a collaboration between Starco Brands, and global artist, Cardi B. The product first arrived on store shelves in February and quickly sold […]