This year's Spring Festival Gala featured a song-reverse performance that sparked strong reactions from the audience, with mixed opinions from different parties. What I'm referring to here is the concept of cross-cutting, which can be applied to plastic bottle packaging. In today’s increasingly converging design landscape, introducing the idea of cross-cutting into the field of plastic bottle packaging could be a smart and innovative move.
For example, if we were to integrate features from a plastic hose packaging system into jam bottles, or apply detergent bottle packaging concepts to pharmaceutical containers, it could not only make the packaging more distinctive but also bring new functionalities and enhanced user experiences. These innovations could lead to fresh breakthroughs in product packaging, offering consumers something they haven’t seen before.
However, it's important to note that cross-cutting in packaging must be done thoughtfully. Not every combination will work—introducing spray bottle technology into pickles packaging, for instance, would likely be impractical. Therefore, while cross-cutting represents an opportunity for innovation in existing packaging solutions, it also requires careful consideration and thorough evaluation to ensure it aligns with both functionality and consumer expectations. By balancing creativity with practicality, the plastic packaging industry can continue to evolve in meaningful and sustainable ways.