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.