Blog

Perspectives on sustainable packaging, material innovation, and design for the world's most discerning brands.

The Fold

Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.

Packaging Première 2026: Structural Innovation & Luxury Packaging in Motion

IDP Direct heads to Packaging Première 2026 for structural innovation and luxury in motion.
packaging-trends

Mother’s Day 2026 Packaging: Trends, Strategy, and Execution

Mother's Day 2026 packaging ideas to make every gift feel thoughtful.
packaging-trends

Michael Jackson Packaging: Designing for Legacy, Performance, and Cultural Impact

A look at Michael Jackson-themed packaging and its collectible, fan-first design.
case-studies

Inside IDP Direct’s Indonesia Factory Expansion

IDP Direct expands with a new Indonesia factory, growing capacity and reach.
company-news

Lunar New Year Packaging: Where Tradition Meets Production Innovation

Lunar New Year 2026 packaging: auspicious colors, symbols and standout designs.
packaging-trends

IDP Direct Walks LuxePack LA 2026

IDP Direct's preview and highlights from LuxePack LA 2026.
company-news

Luxury Packaging That Speaks the Language of Love

Valentine's-ready luxury packaging designed to speak the language of love.
packaging-trends

Paris Packaging Week 2026: Innovation That Set the Tone

A preview of what to expect from Paris Packaging Week 2026.
packaging-trends

2025 Packaging Wrapped: Looking Back Before Moving Forward

Our year-end wrap of the launches, moments and trends that defined packaging in 2025.
packaging-trends

The Magic of 2025 Advent Calendars: Unboxing Wonder, One Day At A Time

The best 2025 advent calendars and what their packaging says about seasonal design.
packaging-trends

Maison Margiela Packaging Design: Tabi Collector Box

Inside Maison Margiela's understated, quietly luxurious packaging design language.
case-studies

Holiday Packaging 2025: The Season of Spectacle

The holiday packaging trends and standout festive designs to watch in 2025.
design-and-materials

Packaging Resource Library

Explore expert guides on sustainable packaging, recyclable materials, structural engineering, printing, manufacturing, and compliance, helping brands make smarter packaging decisions at every stage of development.

Seaweed-based paper and packaging materials, biodegradable and marine-safe
Seaweed-based Kelsun fiber for sustainable textile packaging applications
Closed-loop material made from recycled cotton textiles, circular fashion packaging
First large-scale process for recycling blended fabrics into new packaging fibers