The Golden Age of Crisp Packet Design: A Masterpiece in Packaging
In the world of snack food, crisp packets have long been an integral part of our childhood memories. Who among us hasn't rummaged through their attic or gran's cupboard to find a dusty old packet from years gone by? The humble crisp packet has become a nostalgic trigger, evoking memories of lazy summers, school lunches, and countless hours spent watching TV with family.
UK Crisp Packets 1970-2000 is a 140-page compendium that takes us on a journey through the most iconic and eccentric designs of the past few decades. This treasure trove of retro packaging, curated by artist Chris Packet, reveals a world of colourful, playful, and sometimes bizarre designs that were once the epitome of snacking chic.
From the smoky spider flavour Monster Munch to the Wallace and Gromit-inspired moon cheese corn snack, each design tells a story about the era in which it was created. The book features an array of childhood favourites, including Chipsticks, Frazzles, and Snaps, as well as lesser-known and rare designs that will delight fans of retro packaging.
Packet's collection is more than just a nostalgic exercise; it's also an exploration of design trends and cultural shifts over the years. As he notes, "After 2000, packets just lost something... Anything that looks like a 3D, computer-aided design model doesn't appeal at all." The author's own background in graffiti and art gives his curation a unique perspective on the evolution of packaging design.
The book has been praised for its unique blend of nostalgia and cultural insight. Professor Annebella Pollen's foreword highlights the significance of crisp packets as "cultural detritus" that can reveal alternative histories and shed light on societal trends. As she notes, "It's reminding them [readers] of those moments as kids when they have a bit of autonomy... These may just be empty packets now, but we are filling them with memories."
In an era where snacking habits are under scrutiny, UK Crisp Packets 1970-2000 offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. As Chris Packet puts it, "This is children's culture... There was a clear strategic attempt to move crisps beyond being bar snacks associated with adult men in pubs and into kids' lunch boxes." This book invites us to cherish those memories, to relive the joy of childhood snacking, and to appreciate the artistry that went into creating these iconic packets. So dig out your old packet stash, grab a bag of retro crisps, and indulge in the golden age of crisp packet design!
In the world of snack food, crisp packets have long been an integral part of our childhood memories. Who among us hasn't rummaged through their attic or gran's cupboard to find a dusty old packet from years gone by? The humble crisp packet has become a nostalgic trigger, evoking memories of lazy summers, school lunches, and countless hours spent watching TV with family.
UK Crisp Packets 1970-2000 is a 140-page compendium that takes us on a journey through the most iconic and eccentric designs of the past few decades. This treasure trove of retro packaging, curated by artist Chris Packet, reveals a world of colourful, playful, and sometimes bizarre designs that were once the epitome of snacking chic.
From the smoky spider flavour Monster Munch to the Wallace and Gromit-inspired moon cheese corn snack, each design tells a story about the era in which it was created. The book features an array of childhood favourites, including Chipsticks, Frazzles, and Snaps, as well as lesser-known and rare designs that will delight fans of retro packaging.
Packet's collection is more than just a nostalgic exercise; it's also an exploration of design trends and cultural shifts over the years. As he notes, "After 2000, packets just lost something... Anything that looks like a 3D, computer-aided design model doesn't appeal at all." The author's own background in graffiti and art gives his curation a unique perspective on the evolution of packaging design.
The book has been praised for its unique blend of nostalgia and cultural insight. Professor Annebella Pollen's foreword highlights the significance of crisp packets as "cultural detritus" that can reveal alternative histories and shed light on societal trends. As she notes, "It's reminding them [readers] of those moments as kids when they have a bit of autonomy... These may just be empty packets now, but we are filling them with memories."
In an era where snacking habits are under scrutiny, UK Crisp Packets 1970-2000 offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. As Chris Packet puts it, "This is children's culture... There was a clear strategic attempt to move crisps beyond being bar snacks associated with adult men in pubs and into kids' lunch boxes." This book invites us to cherish those memories, to relive the joy of childhood snacking, and to appreciate the artistry that went into creating these iconic packets. So dig out your old packet stash, grab a bag of retro crisps, and indulge in the golden age of crisp packet design!
The nostalgia for old crisp packets is totally relatable I mean who hasn't found an old packet from their childhood and instantly felt all sentimental? 
This book UK Crisp Packets 1970-2000 seems like a dream come true for anyone who grew up in the 80s and 90s It's not just about looking at old packets but also learning about design trends and cultural shifts, which is really interesting 
I love how it's not just about the crisps themselves but also about the memories we associate with them 
its just a collection of old crisp packets lolol it's like lookin at old photos from your childhood, nostalgic for sure but not exactly groundbreaking. i mean who doesnt love a good retro snack? 
packet's curation is pretty cool, especially comin from his background in graffiti & art. its not about bashin the modern era of crisp packets or anythin, its just celebratin the past & what made snacks so fun back then 
I mean who designs packaging for crisps anyway? just some random dude? 
This book is like a time capsule for us snackers! I've got a bunch of old packets from my childhood stashed away in my mom's attic and it brings back the best memories. The designs are so colorful and fun, it's amazing how they managed to make something as simple as a crisp packet look cool. I love that the author has a background in graffiti and art, it definitely gives the book a unique perspective on design trends. And I'm with Professor Pollen, there's something special about looking back at old packaging and remembering those carefree childhood moments. Let's keep holding onto these memories and appreciating the artistry that went into creating them 
it's like stepping into nostalgia land!!! i was flipping through the pages and saw some designs that made me LOL, like the old chipsticks packets with the wacky characters 
and then there were these super rare moon cheese corn snack packets from wallace & gromit 
my fave tho is monster munch's smoky spider flavour packet 
who else remembers rummaging through their attic or grandma's cupboard to find old packets? this book is like a treasure trove of retro packaging, i'm totally obsessed!!! 
It's like taking a trip down memory lane for anyone who grew up with snacking. The designs are so iconic and colorful, it's amazing to think about how much went into creating those little packets. I mean, who would've thought that something as simple as a packet of crisps could be so nostalgic? 
I mean, who doesn't love looking at old packaging from their childhood? It's like a trip down memory lane... if you're into that sorta thing. 
I'm sure it's just as fascinating for people who never actually ate those snacks, but hey, to each their own, right? 
The author's got some nice points about how design trends can say a lot about cultural shifts, but sometimes I feel like we're getting too caught up in nostalgia and not enough in, you know, actual progress. 
They had actual illustrations of cartoon characters on their packets, which is just mind-blowing. And don't even get me started on the weird shapes they used to be! It's like someone took a look at what we know about design today and said "let's go in the opposite direction". I love it! 
But seriously, this book is giving me so much nostalgia for my childhood. I can almost remember rummaging through the cupboard looking for those old packets... 
they were always so colorful and fun who would've thought that something as mundane like a food packet could evoke such nostalgia?
. I mean, who gets excited about that? And don't even get me started on how ugly some of these designs are 
. Those colours and patterns are cringeworthy now 
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The fact that these packets are being celebrated as cultural detritus is also super interesting - it highlights how our relationship with consumerism changes over time. And, let's be real... who wouldn't want to dig out their old packet stash and relive childhood memories? 
. I mean, what's next? A book about the history of stale bread or something equally as boring 