perfume bottle design ideas

Oct 23, 2023

The design of perfume bottles is crucial, as perfumes have a significant presence in online sales. This leads me to think that when we buy perfumes, even though we might say we are "choosing a fragrance," we are actually selecting the bottle. When consumers choose a perfume, the first thing they consider is the brand name, followed by the bottle design, with the fragrance itself being the least important factor. The fundamental decision-making process involves finding a brand and bottle they like, and if the fragrance is also pleasing, they make the purchase.

 

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Why isn't the fragrance the primary consideration when buying perfume? That's because most people don't know when the right fragrance is suitable for them. Fragrances also reflect the atmosphere of the times. In English, we use the word "wear" for applying perfume because the fragrance essentially becomes a part of one's body, much like clothing. It is said that hundreds of new fragrances are introduced every year, but only 2 to 3 perfumes can survive in the market for over 10 years.

 

In this highly competitive battle for survival, perfume manufacturers often research new scents. Perfumers are sometimes required to blend over 100 different fragrance ingredients. If perfumers design the fragrance from the content perspective, then bottle designers create the scent from a form perspective. The development process of perfumes roughly follows these steps: first, they decide on the conceptual design of the perfume. Perfumers and bottle designers then explore based on this concept, proposing fragrance and bottle design plans, and together, they select the best combinations. This is done simultaneously, rather than first creating the fragrance and then designing the bottle. For example, GUCCI's "Envy" was conceived when the creative director initially proposed the concept of "Manhattan skyscrapers," and then they developed the fragrance and bottle separately.

 

old fashioned perfume bottle

The design of perfume bottles can also reflect the era in which they were created, making it quite interesting. Lanvin's "Eclat d'Arpège," born in the late 19th century, follows the Art Nouveau style. Chanel No. 5 from the 1920s is inspired by the Art Deco movement. Rochas' "Femme" from the 1940s features a popular streamlined design. Nina Ricci's "L'Air du Temps," created after World War II, uses dove symbolism, representing peace. By the end of the 20th century, minimalistic design became the mainstream for perfume bottles, as seen in CK's "CK One."

 

Choosing a professional perfume bottle customization company is absolutely crucial. While the scent of the perfume may be its soul, the bottle represents its first impression. The right bottle design can enhance the overall experience and the appeal of the fragrance, making it more attractive and consumer-friendly. Professional suppliers can certainly create intricate art and science when it comes to crafting exquisite and unique bottles. They possess the expertise in bottle production, enabling the bottle to reflect the brand's identity and vision, ensuring that the packaging is as captivating as the fragrance within. In the world of perfumes, aesthetics and sensory appeal are of paramount importance, and entrusting the bottle design to a reputable professional company is undoubtedly a significant choice.

 

For nearly 20 years, we have been dedicated to the business of custom perfume bottle manufacturing, with clients spanning the globe. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at any time, and my colleagues will get in touch with you as soon as possible.

 

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