What Label Shape is Right for Your Products?
Finding the perfect label shape that is right for your products can be a lot of trial and error. You have to measure, apply, remove and reapply until you find the perfect shape. But the Avery Label experts are here to help make it a little easier. Check out these useful tips to help you find the right label shape for your products.
Rectangle Labels
Choose a rectangle label if…
- Your container is elongated (think tall and thin, or short and wide)
- You’d like your label to wrap around, separating your logo and more technical info
- Your logo is text heavy
- You’re looking for moderate coverage or more design space
- You need your label to double as a seal (think jars or lidded boxes)
Oval Labels
Choose an oval label if…
- You aren’t in need of a lot of surface space
- You’d prefer minimal coverage
- Your container is a bottle, jar, or fold-over bag
- You’re aiming for a softer, more elegant aesthetic
- Your logo is simple, with a minimalist design that fits well within the oval shape
- You’re looking to wrap text around the border
Arched Labels
Choose an arched label if…
- You want a unique-shaped label
- Your item is bagged with a twist top
- You’re looking for moderate coverage
- Your logo contains vertical imagery
- You’re aiming for a vintage aesthetic
- You want your product to appear more premium
Square Labels
Choose a square label if…
- You want to include a lot of information (large square)
- You’re looking for a pricing/ID label (small square)
- Your logo is detailed or elaborate
- Your logo will include a border
- You’d prefer a more modern or sophisticated look and feel
- Your container has a clear front and backside and you’d like to separate information
Round Labels
Choose a round label if…
- Your container surface is curved
- Your logo design is simple and compact
- You need to display a moderate amount of information
- You’re aiming for a more class aesthetic
- Your label will appear on a lid
- Your label is doubling as a seal (think fold-over brown bags)
- You’re advertising a promotion
No matter what you need for labeling your product, Avery labels come in the size, shape and quantity you need.
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