Elami

The drinkware industry is one that has shifted from a functional product to one that is now a lifestyle indulgence. This shift being one that is gradual and perceptional with the infusion of artisanal and handmade value. Add to this the cultural focus on south asian lifestyle adoption, we have what we can say a time where Indian crafts and traditions are having a moment; giving rise to brands that are consciously narrating a slow story focused on customer delight. With Elami, Bblewrap had a chance to explore a culmination of emotional storytelling with artistic expression.

BRAND STRATEGY

The strategy was led largely by the clients intention ‘I want to elevate the experience of how we consume our drink in mugs that “speaks” to you, a mug that uplifts the overall emotional quotient and lets you be authentic to yourself and be in the moment’ The framework for the brand strategy moved between three aspects - the emotional, the product/ craft focussed and the personalisation narrative. This gives the brand the flexibility of marketing and engaging by positioning the brand value at different times. The strategy also encourages infusing habitual and relative aspects for creating a warmer connection with users.

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BRAND STORY

Leading by the brand name ‘elami’ which means - love born out of a feeling that something or someone belongs to you. Positioned to showcase the rich traditions, nostalgia, the brand story was discovered in 3 parts each direction having focus on calm moments, rituals of joy and belonging to the moment. After careful consideration, the last direction - belonging to the moment was selected as it resonated with the intended brand experience. Rooting the story in belonging allows the brand to be an enabler for a very personal and present experience. It is focusing on associating the product with feelings of presence and mindfulness.
The story  is then shaped into structure by fusing various elements that each further define a brand purpose and brand’s journey. Mapping this helps in looking at how the story flows from the founders motivation to artisanal values of the products.

BRAND IDENTITY

The Elami identity is a convergence of reflection and the visual metaphor for belonging. As seen from above, the fluid and organic shape has two elements - one smaller and one larger, denoting a coming together to belong narrative. The harmonious containing of elements convey the broader cultural aspects of the target audience in the US market. It reinforces the brand's honest intent of taking a moment with oneself.
The saturated colour blue along with the soft cream, extends the brand's tone. The colours were selected by testing them against all universal clay colour swatches. This helped us create a distinctive brand colour, which is not warmer by industry practise, but cooler and lets the artistic colour and textures of the product more prominent. Crafted thoughtfully for conveying emotional presence, product quality and artistic niche, the brand identity contains emotional and artisanal multitudes.

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