Steep This!

Loose leaf tea company branding and packaging

Overview

Background

The main sources of inspiration for the brand's core values and messaging were the U.S. civil rights movements of the '60s and '70s, and their themes of solidarity, strength, empowerment, conviction, and the act of defending one's beliefs at all costs.

Target Audience

A younger, more discerning crowd of both tea drinkers and those who wish to explore tea, but haven't yet. They're disenfranchised with the current state of tea marketing, and have no brand loyalty. They want to belong to a tea scene for like-minded individuals, but don't find themselves aligning with any of the current demographics, and are often dismayed by the negative stigmas surrounding tea.

They're liberal, medium to medium-high income, and environmentally conscious. They're leaders, not followers.

Steep This! wants to be the one brand their target audience can fall in love with based on relatable values and benefits.

Tone

Boldness and a core value strength, while still maintaining a semblance of fun, energetic, youthful whimsy. Artists such as Saul Bass, Paul Rand, and Steve Ditko (co-founder of Marvel Comics) were all worthy inspiration sources.

Accolades

Published in:

• Design: Logo
• I Heart Logos: Season 3