Caribou Coffee has been a Midwest favorite since 1992, inspiring coffee drinkers to embrace life and stay awake for it. As a coffeehouse brand second only in size to Starbucks, Caribou has continued to grow beyond the Upper Midwest. In doing so, it saw the need to evolve its signature packaging to become more universally approachable, get credit as a leader in premium and specialty coffee, and appeal to younger coffee drinkers.
Caribou Coffee Packaging Redesign
Kamora crafts this rich coffee liqueur to honor ancient Mayan tradition. Made with authentic Mexican coffee, the product had a loyal following, but lacked energy and a strong presence on shelf. We were tasked with invigorating the brand to challenge category convention and reposition it with younger consumers. We responded by creating a new, high-energy expression designed to compete with its main competitor, Kahlúa.
When Element Materials Technology acquired NTS Technical Systems, Cue was asked to create an identity to transition the company from NTS to Element U.S. Space & Defense. In doing so, the new company needed to adapt the Element name and identity in a way that differentiated it. And, the new brand needed to convey its leadership and focus within the U.S. space and defense industries.
Gold Bond has been innovating skincare since 1908. With origins in medicated powders, the brand developed a reputation as utilitarian, masculine, and a bit outdated. Over generations, Gold Bond grew, adding more and more products to serve a range of audiences and conditions.
In serving so many segments, sub brands and products, the packaging architecture became complex and fragmented. This large array of products, although innovative, became subordinate to many fast-growing, upstart competitors. With innovative competition challenging Gold Bond’s leadership, management adopted a strategy to elevate its proposition to a high performance brand, opting to unify its portfolio under a single identity, establishing a consistent look and architecture at point of sale. With “Champion Your Skin®” as the articulation of the new positioning, we created a single identity, expression and system to accommodate well-over 100 SKUs.
Inspired by both innovation and empathy, Palette Life Sciences sees things differently. Utilizing proven technologies in novel applications, Palette is able to create inventive solutions that elevate patient care.
To advance the brand, Cue created a new identity, a branded look and feel, and a set of core expressions to reflect Palette’s newly articulated proposition. And, we created a brand book to socialize the new proposition within the company.
Leroux is a storied brand with more than a century of history. Crafted to celebrate extraordinary flavor, Leroux offers a wide variety of products making it a perfect accompaniment to every occasion and adventure. Sipped, shot or savored, it’s a great way to celebrate all that life offers. Over the years, the brand became fragmented, losing its presence and credibility on shelf. Our charge was to strengthen Leroux’s brand expression and reputation for innovative products.
Connect Homes was created with the goal of making modern living accessible for those who aspire to live that way. Eight years in, they are still producing homes at the highest standards, using an assembly line approach to control quality and costs. Delivered to the site 90% complete, modules fit together like Legos to create a variety of configurations, making Connect Homes a great solution for just about any location.
With a rich history spanning more than 100 years, five generations and hundreds of SKUS, the Phillips flagship brand presides over a broad range of innovative spirits. This redesign gives the brand portfolio a fresh look while retaining the likeability the brand enjoys as a “Midwest favorite.”
Revel Stoke offers a wide range of flavored whiskies, providing an alternative to the connoisseurship and snobbery of the whisky category. While its spiced and flavored whiskies had experienced some success in the past, the flavor-focused brand did not provide the energy and personality needed to meaningfully connect with the right consumers.
The new expression shifts focus from flavor to bold energy, inviting adventurous drinkers to explore social risk and live life on their own terms. Fueled by an unapologetic personality, Revel Stoke is a call to celebrate good times, with whiskies that let you run wild and drink free.
Created by veterinarians for vets, pets and pet parents, MySimplePetLab is a leader in at-home pet testing and care. MySimplePetLab believes keeping pets heathy should be simple, offering a wide range of vet-approved tests and care kits. Using the latest testing methods in its own certified lab, MySimplePetLab is able to send results directly to pet parents and vets. Cue partnered with MySimplePetLab, creating an expression that brings the brand’s mission to life. Our work helped springboard the business’ success, won Gold at the VMX Vetty Awards, and was named Pet Healthcare Organization of the Year by the Pet Independent Innovation Awards.