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10 Best Vape Juice Package Designs

by Toro Imports

We love packaging design here at Toro Imports — as a smoke and vape wholesaler, we know how important design can be to make products appealing to potential consumers. Ugly packaging means slow-moving product, and a great design conveys a strong message. When a company introduces products with great design, it conveys the message that the company has good communication, a quality product, strong branding, a good understanding of its customers, and that it cares about the presentation of their product.

Vape juice bottles are items that customers tend to collect, after all. Who wants to add an ugly bottle to their collection? So, without further ado, here are 10 of our favorite vape juice brands with great packaging:

10. Vapetasia

Vapetasia is a brand with a fun aesthetic. The vaper demographic tends to be young, edgy, alternative adults who grew up with the Internet, Adult Swim cartoons, and skater brands like Savage, Thrasher, and Stussy. Vapetasia does a terrific job of encapsulating everything that this demographic finds nostalgic and fun without directly exploiting that nostalgia.

The mascot for the Killer Kustard line of vape juices by Vapetasia reminds us of the heroes of Aqua Teen Hunger Force, as a character that is personified food with a thick black outline and expressive features.

The Vapetasia logo itself is also fun, having two variations — the cloud which has icons from all of its juice brands:

and the simple, iconic Vapetasia name. I have found that people wear Vapetasia branded swag freely, simply because even outside of its context as an e-juice brand, it is a groovy look.

9. Enfuse - Pulp

We admit a personal bias here, because Enfuse is a brand local to Toro Imports HQ here in Houston, Texas. However, there’s a lot to be said for its logo and packaging design for their line of Pulp e-Juices.

While the Enfuse logo is simple and conveys what the brand is, the packaging for Pulp reminds us of packaging for food and beverages. The Pulp packaging is classic, readable, and beautifully conveys the flavor with its mostly bi-chromatic color scheme that makes the box itself into a watermelon and lemon hybrid.

The packaging is bright, appealing, and while not as cartoonish and playful as Vapetasia, still has its own crisp, minimal illustrations that make the bottles fun to collect as well as delicious to vape

8. Naked100

Naked100 is one of those brands that you can count on consistently flying off the shelves. Each bottle has a very minimal aesthetic that strives not to give the consumer more visual information than they require — the brand name, the e-juice line, nicotine strength, flavor, etc.

No additional design elements are ever added to the packaging, which makes the brand unassuming, yet very stylish.

Naked100’s sans-serif font and minimal aesthetic remind us of Apple or Google, strong brands that also strive not to over-design their products. The brand is also careful not to under-design their packaging, either: all of their juices come in an eco-friendly glass bottle with very pale, subtle colors on the labels.

Aside from their innovative flavors, Naked’s sophisticated and thoughtful packaging makes it stand out from the competition as one of the best juices out there.

7. Nasty Juice

On the opposite side of the design spectrum from Naked100 is Nasty Juice. According to their company bio, Nasty Juice is a company founded on the idea of being an “obnoxious e-juice brand” with an “empowered sense of X-rated […] playfully daring spirit”. Standing out from other vape juice brands on this list, Nasty Juice vocally prides itself on its “exquisite advertising and top notch packaging”, which it easily accomplishes.

Nasty Juice, like Vapetasia, understands its alternative, millennial consumer base, diving into design language of skater brands and hip-hop aesthetic. Nasty Juice, much like RAW Rolling Papers, even produces its own skateboard decks and apparel with their signature fun illustrations. We love Nasty Juice not only because they are hugely popular, but because their thoughtful packaging and branding earns the popularity.

Just look at this guy. Nasty as can be.

While each of their line of Nasty Juices have unique packaging, every single bottle is easily identifiably Nasty™.

6. Nasty Juice x Kilo Collab

We just had to bring it back to Nasty Juice, because this collaboration between Nasty Juice and Kilo is absolutely stellar.

Nasty Juice tends towards its high-contrast, pop culture skater illustrations, while Kilo has a high detail, classical, almost baroque style of packaging. When you combine the two, you get this line of amazing illustrations and packages that remind us of Alphonse Mucha and vintage tobacco ads.

The packaging for the Nasty Juice x Kilo collaboration, to us, shows enormous respect and love for their consumers, knowing that the swag and bottles would be a lot of fun for fans of the individual brands to own. Kilo has a great aesthetic in its own right, but when combined with the powerhouse that is Nasty Juice, they come together to make a gorgeously detailed piece of artwork on every bottle.

5. Alternativ by Marina Vape Co.

Marina Vape Co. is a company that understands the other side of its consumer base that Nasty Juice and Vapetasia don’t quite reach — the sophisticated, yet edgy adults who are also likely big fans of the design of Naked100 bottles. While not quite as minimal as Naked100, the Alternativ juice line by Marina Vape Co. has a strong, informed design language of its own. Each juice is named after Greek letters, while using typography and design elements that are very much from the advanced digital age.

Alternativ e-Juices Alpha through Omega do a beautiful job of showcasing the transcendence of nicotine consumption from traditional smoking to high-tech vaping techniques, while also alluring the consumer with its fruity color schemes.

Like Naked100, the Alternativ vape juice packaging is not over designed, and only has some design elements that aren’t directly giving you information. We love the classy, stylish look of this juice line

4. Fresh Pressed by California Grown E-Liquids

Going back to fun and illustrative, yet a little more modern, Fresh Pressed juices by California Grown E-Liquids reminds us of Enfuse Vapory’s Pulp juices. The logo condenses its flavors into one succinct space, and the entire aesthetic makes the juice line feel very “fresh”, as it claims to be.

The finish on Fresh Pressed bottles is glossy with contrasting metallic and glossy shine, and the illustrations are minimal, yet very appealing.

We are particularly big fans of the high-contrast packaging used for the Fresh Pressed line of Salts. Using its flowery, decorative logo splashed against a matte black background, this packaging is downright sexy.

3. Levels

While the packaging design for Levels is not very illustrative like other brands on this list, it is indeed thoughtful and intriguing. Utilizing design language of the 80’s such as Neon signage color schemes and fonts, Levels understands that its bottles need to earn their place in a customer’s vape juice collection.

This juice brand is for fans of the Terminator, the San Junipero episode of Black Mirror, and the more seasoned of their target demographic who actually lived through the 80’s.

What impresses us about the packaging for this juice brand is how it conveys a feeling, a time, and a place while giving us very little visual information besides lines and color, with no real change in color values or shading.

2. Coastal Clouds

Coastal Clouds is a hugely popular brand that positively flies off the shelves — in part, we believe, due to their amazing packaging and illustrations.

Like Marina Vape Co., Coastal Clouds utilizes a maritime design aesthetic, making consumers feel like they are inhaling fresh fruit right by the seaside. Coastal Clouds manages to work in the digital age information and inherent newness of vapor products in their vintage packaging feel seamlessly.

The old-school shape of the label and logo are vectorized, as are the illustrations of the flavors each bottle contains. The color schemes are muted, not overbearing, yet still ‘pop’.

Each design element on the bottle is perfectly balanced with the other elements. While some brands like Nasty Juice can tend to ‘crowd’ the information on their packaging against their vivid, detailed illustrations, all of the information on Coastal Clouds packaging is perfectly legible and beautifully described.

Also, they’re delicious.

1. Psycho Unicorn by Puff Labs

Psycho Unicorn earns first place on our list for design for making us stop and stare every time we pass their bottles in our store. We are suckers for vaporwave aesthetic here at Toro Imports, as is most of their demographic — making Psycho Unicorn by Puff Labs a clever play in packaging design.

One of the latest and greatest crazes in fashion and art nowadays is Glitch and Vaporwave. Psycho Unicorn perfectly merges design language from the 80’s and 90’s, a nostalgia factor for both sides of the vaping demographic spectrum. The illustrations for Psycho Unicorn are as appealing as they are hilarious, which shows that although they understand the importance of great packaging design, they don’t take themselves so seriously that they can’t inject humor in their product.

Psycho Unicorn is stylish, fun, and shows a deep understanding of their consumer base, which makes it our #1 favorite packaging design for vape juices.

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Lids HD x Anti Social Social Club NBA Collection

Lids HD is partnering with Anti Social Social Club (ASSC) to launch an NBA inspired collection with Mitchell & Ness. The collection features headwear and apparel that incorporates a vintage feel, where fashion meets basketball.

The collection includes t-shirts, hoodies, jerseys, bomber jackets, shorts, snapback hats and fitted hats. The exclusive NBA Anti-Social Social Club collection will be available on Friday, October 27th starting at 12:00 PM ET online and in Lids HD, NBA and select Lids stores.

Lids HD was initially launched last year as an e-commerce site (LidsHD.com) featuring limited headwear collections released on a weekly basis. Following its success, Lids unveiled the brick & mortar iteration of the platform last December with the first physical location in Queens, NY, and then the second location opening earlier this year in Houston, TX. ASSC is an LA based streetwear company that was founded in 2015 by Andrew Buenaflor.

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generalalmondbagelflower · 11 months

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Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: VINTAGE HOUSTON ASTROS VINTAGE Authentic MAJESTIC JERSEY.

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cybr-grl · 6 years

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10 Kawaii / J-Fashion Independent Brands That You Need To Know About

If you love Japanese Street Fashion, cute and adorable clothing, or even otaku related things, you’ve come to the right place! I have gathered 10 independent brands that I know you’ll love. Not only will you have super unique pieces, you will be supporting small businesses and fueling the future of this industry!

1. Candelicious Shop (shop) (instagram)

I have been following Candy Ramune, a colorful decora girl and idol from Canada, on Instagram for a long time and was super excited when she announced that she would be selling her own handmade accessories! If you’re like me and love bright neon pieces and kitschy cute things, you need to check her store out! These are great to wear when you’re wearing a decora outfit or even when you need a little extra something to elevate your look to the grocery store to the next level. She even sells decoden phone cases and press on nails that will match your colorful look perfectly.

2. Ocean In Space (shop) (instagram)

Ocean In Space is another Canada based brand that’ll bring smiles to everyone's faces. You can catch them selling at local Canadian anime conventions or online to check out their amazing tees, leggings, accessories, and strawberry shaped hats. Yes you heard that right, STRAWBERRY HATS. Each piece is lovingly designed and you can really see all the little details that go into their art! They cater their designs to everyone, from fun neon colorful styles to soft pastel bb princess cupcake styles to dark muted emo wild child styles. They’ve got it all.

Model Credits: @ghostgirlgoods, @panic_pop, @thadea_decora, @thecherryline, @xxanemia

3. Apparel K (shop) (instagram)

If you love anime and you love streetwear, then you definitely need to peep Apparel K. This brand was started by 4 friends “who think anime is more than animation and can be taken as inspiration to create, not only clothing but also art.” Each piece is designed and created by them with the inspiration of Japan which you can definitely see in their pieces from their iconic bright red Pocky sweaters to their newest collection inspired by 3D ecchi anime babes that’ll make your nose bleed like a perverted old anime dude whenever he sees a thicccc snaccc.

4. In Control Clothing (shop) (instagram)

In Control Clothing is an amazing store that caters to everyone. And I mean, everyone. Clothing for people on one end of the gender spectrum to the other, and now they even sell plus size clothing up to a 5X (more stores need to learn from their example!). They also sell a multitude of pieces that go great with a bunch of different styles such as fairy kei, guro kawaii, cyber, punk, Harajuku, etc. This shop definitely brings the “aesthetic” so please check them out!

Model Credit: @allhallows_eve, @joei04

5. Kawaii Goods (shop) (instagram)

Kawaii Goods definitely lives up to their name by delivering pastel kawaii goodness! They sell a ton of custom made to order clothing so cute and sweet it’ll give you a toothache. They specialize in pieces for fairy kei, menhera, yume kawaii, and even dat dank kush lovers (if you don't believe me, check out this cardigan speckled with their own adorable character called Weedchan). Not only do they sell clothing, they also have pillows, hair clips, clocks, hats, and mugs so that you can live in your own kawaii pastel world.

Model Credit: @katiebabydoll, @amuletdreamer, @lonbonlonlon, @dreamytabby, @natural_cuteness, @ganjausagi

6. Ota Q Apparel (shop) (instagram)

Callie-O, a J-fashion enthusiast for nearly a decade, decided to open up her own store after noticing how difficult it is to get high quality, cute clothing for people her size at a reasonable price. This discovery brought to us the magical world of Ota-Q which is a mixture of otaku and cute! Many of her pieces are inspired by otaku culture which you can see in the Magical Girl collection and pieces adorned with manga panels. All of her pieces come in a wide variety of colors and sizes custom made just for you. Ota-Q also debuted their newest collection inspired by Menhera at the Magical Girl Day in Houston so give her a follow to keep an eye out for the release!

Model Credit: @aesthelselfies, @allhallows_eve, @chey.skye, @callie.otaq, @cnaysays, @pixieelocks, @aleyaangel

7. Pastel Pixie (shop) (instagram)

Pastel Pixie is a clothing boutique for kawaii babes based in Down Under Straya. They sell a bunch of different brands such as Tokidoki, I Scream Nails, and Funko but they also have their own clothing designed by their talented team of artists: Shannan Meow, Kareki Art & Miss Jediflip. They also offer a subscription box that they pack full of kawaii exclusive items that is shipped quarterly straight to your door step. And if you’re lucky enough to be in Australia, you can even check them out IRL at their shop so you can try on all their cute pieces!

Model Credits: @mazland, @0ni_bug, @b_a_b_y_d_o_l_l_y, @neptuneexplainsitall

8. Hard Decora (shop) (instagram)

Hard Decora is an amazing brand that inspires you to be yourself and to wear whatever you want whenever you want! Their bold and colorful pieces are designed by Kamilah Jones who was inspired to start her brand when she saw an image of a fairy kei girl holding a pastel gun on Tumblr. Hard Decora has even been featured in the iconic Harajuku store, Galaxxxy. You can really see the image of a strong girl who gives no fucks seep through each design. Whenever I look at her pieces, I feel like blasting Beyonce’s “Run The World (Girls)” and sticking it to the man!

Model Credits: @_sun_gypsy_, @kurebayashiii, @ahyanadorothy

9. Roxie Sweetheart (shop) (instagram)

Roxie Sweetheart’s adorable creations prove that the bigger the bow, the closer to heaven. Roxie, a kawaii princess and magical girl based in the UK, created her brand inspired by Tokyo’s vibrant fashion scene and vintage illustrations. Her designs have even been worn by artists such as Kerli and have been featured in magazines such as Stylist Magazine. You can definitely see the kawaii Harajuku spirit shine through all of her handmade pieces!

Model Credits: @emilymeowwww, @choom.online, @kelsey_ellison, @jessica_kitten

10. Puvithel (shop) (instagram)

Puvithel by Puvithel is an alternative fashion brand that focuses on American Gothic, punk, and lolita styles. Her designs are intricately made with love and care that will make you feel like a kawaii princess or a punk goddess. No matter what piece you choose, you know that you’ll be receiving something handmade with high quality materials that are super unique that will make you the star of any tea party you attend. Personally I have worn pieces by Puvithel and love how comfy and cute they are. Puvithel and Hard Decora (featured above) have recently collaborated on a collection inspired by sweet, sweet candy, please check it out!

Model Credit: @frochan, @dollfille, @breebree150, @cazfhey, @spkygoth

#harajuku #harajuku fashion #kawaii #kawaii fashion #pastel #cute #fairy kei #japanese fashion #japanese street fashion #decora #punk #menhera #independent brand #small business #online store #lolita fashion #handmade

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BACK IN TIME: LADY GAGA ROCKS AMERICAN APPAREL

During her stay at the St. Regis hotel in Houston, Texas from July 17th - July 27th, Lady Gaga was seen several times in various pieces by American Apparel. Let’s discuss each of them!

Let’s start off with the LBD she wore when meeting Lüc outside the hotel on July 25th.

This is the American Apparel Tricot nylon scoop back dress which she accessorized with a vintage Versace gold Medusa medallion belt and large shield sunglasses.

The Heart black patent pumps, featuring a heart-shaped peep-toe and yellow bottoms, are from Alexander McQueen’s Fall/Winter 2009 “Horn of Plenty” collection.

Just a day later she was seen exiting the hotel at night while rocking another label by the basic wear brand. This is their black velvet bodycon mini dress with low back and full-length sleeves.

On July 7 she was spotted by fans en route to the gym wearing a white athletic outfit that she matched with the unisex Flex terry headband and matching wristbands in black (pictured in green).

Her shoes are the Saint Laurent Tribute 90 black suede leather platform pumps.

Before I let you go, here’s one more look Gaga donned in the same week! She wore a multi-color printed vest top by Bellissima Active Wear by Lis Rosa.

The look was completed with a bold red lip, a black bandana and Ray-Ban silver mirrored matte black sunglasses.

#July 2010 #dresses #hair accessories #misc #American Apparel #sportswear #Bellissima Active Wear by Lis Rosa #sunglasses #Ray Ban #belts #Versace #pumps #Alexander McQueen #YSL

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Exploring the Big Apple: Where to Shop in New York City Abraham Sanieoff

New York City is many things to different people: “The Big Apple,” “Gotham,” “the City that Never Sleeps.” But to retail enthusiasts, it’s only one thing—the hub of shopping districts.

NYC’s retail sector is a booming industry, with over 7,382 chain stores as of 2020. From luxury outlet malls to vintage stores, New York offers something for shoppers of every style and taste. With so many options, there’s just one problem: where to begin?

Editor and lover of life Abraham Sanieoff shares this guide for locals and tourists alike who want to explore NYC’s bustling shopping scene. You might be surprised with what you’d be able to find.

Fifth Avenue

Stretching north from Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village to West 143rd Street in Harlem, Fifth Avenue ranks high among the most expensive shopping streets in the world. Here, you’ll find fashion’s most coveted brands. Think Cartier, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Valentino, Tiffany & Co., and many more! If it’s got bling or if it costs a fortune, you’ll probably find it here. Fifth Avenue is undoubtedly every luxury shopper’s paradise.

Greenwich Village

For guilt-free shopping (well, almost), head to Greenwich Village. It offers a diverse selection of up-and-coming labels. The historic neighborhood, divided east and west by 5th Avenue, boasts specialty shops, record stores, and quaint bookstores that you wouldn’t be able to find anywhere else in the city.

SoHo

During World War II, South of Houston or SoHo was once home to large manufacturers such as textile firms and printing plants. Since then, however, most of the warehouses have been converted into chic loft spaces, high-end boutiques, and trendy restaurants where most of New York’s elite shop and dine. You’ll find luxury shops such as Channel and Bloomingdale’s nestled in between Forever 21, H&M, Hollister, and Zara. While you’re there, don’t forget to grab a bite at one of the district’s many cafes and bars.

Nolita

Sitting at the nexus of popular shopping districts like the Lower East Side, Noho, and Soho is the quaint and vibrant neighborhood of Nolita (short for “North of Little Italy”). The area is brimming with stylish boutiques, cozy coffee shops, and unassuming restaurants.

Here, you’ll find many brands that will make your shopper’s heart happy. We’re talking about Odin and Gant, White Chalk, Calypso, Vince, Poppy, Lord Willy’s, and many others. For chic home decor, be sure to stop by Canvas and De Vera. Bookworms will also have a thrilling time browsing the shelves at the McNally Jackson bookstore.

Union Square

Located at the intersection of Broadway and Fourth Avenue, Union Avenue has a little bit of everything. Shops like Nordstrom Rack and Whole Foods are often seen packed with people year-round. During the holidays, the district is dotted with makeshift stalls featuring all sorts of trinkets, baked goods, craft items, knitted scarves, and more.

On Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, local farmers showcase their organic fresh produce at the Greenmarket.

Madison Avenue

Madison Avenue from 59th Street to the ‘90s is lined with high-fashion stores like Chanel, Giorgio Armani, Tom Ford, Carolina Herrera, and Hermès, designer shoemakers like Jimmy Choo and Roger Vivier, and fine jewelry brands such as Cartier. Be sure to get your credit card ready if you do drop by. And even if you don’t end up buying, just peering into the window displays of Hermès, Graff, and Fred Leighton is already an experience in itself.

Explore New York’s Finest Shopping Spots

When you visit New York, you surely won’t leave empty-handed. Stores across the five boroughs carry the latest apparel, vintage finds, tech gear, household essentials, gourmet goods, and more. If you’re looking for retail therapy, then this is the place to be. Be sure to mark your calendars for huge seasonal sales, such as Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

Abraham Sanieoff is a writer, traveler, editor, and devoted father who enjoys life, one destination at a time. If you’re looking for exciting activities to do during your next New York getaway, be sure to check out his recommendations here

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5 Sneaker Trends That Will Define Summer 2021

Out of all the shoe styles I talk about here on Who What Wear, sneakers have to be my favorite. First, there's the obvious: They're comfortable. Second, they're such versatile shoes that despite each pair varying in design, you can style each in a plethora of ways. Want to wear the shoes you wore to the gym with your brunch 'fit? Go ahead. Want to wear them with jeans and a T-shirt? That works too. Sneakers have become more common on the fashion scene recently, even in more formal attire, partially because people just want to prioritize comfort.

While sneakers are the type of shoes that you pair with almost anything, we've still done the work of picking out the styles we saw heavily on the runways and on the fashion set more recently. I'll try my best to wear a pair of heels or two this upcoming season, but let's be honest—the sneakers below are probably going to get more use.

This just might prove that sometimes vintage designs are just better. While you may think some styles being released are new, many brands like Nike and New Balance have been releasing modern renditions of their vintage sneaker designs. If something worked well, why not keep it going?

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