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Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). (2026). Bear Minimum Packaging. GDUSA Gallery. https://gallery.gdusa.com/project/bear-minimum-packaging
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American Package Design Awards 2026
Bear Minimum is a seven-part men’s grooming kit focused on facial hair care and rugged minimalism. The project explores multiple packaging formats that allow each product to stand alone in retail while contributing to a unified brand system. Designed for the contemporary men’s grooming market, the line combines industry familiarity with a bold, grizzly attitude and a distinct visual identity. The brand emphasizes simplicity, confidence, and effectiveness, offering products made with raw, natural ingredients and no unnecessary chemical additives. Together, the kit presents a cohesive packaging experience that proves the bare minimum can go a long way.
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