2025 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Gold Winner

Liuheng Yellow Croaker

Entrant Company

Shanghai ChicFun Media & Culture Co., Ltd.

Category

Packaging Design - Fresh Food

Client's Name

Zhoushan Marine Ranching Of Liuheng Co., Ltd.

Country / Region

China

The Liuheng Yellow Croaker thrives in the unique confluence of three rivers, where nature’s perfect conditions converge. Nourished by the region’s fast-flowing golden waterways, clear waters, and abundant natural nutrients, it develops a distinctive umami-rich flavor profile and exceptional texture that set it apart from ordinary varieties. Such rarity calls for packaging that is equally exceptional. The dual-color design tells a visual story: black evokes sophistication and modernity, setting a premium tone for the overall packaging, while gold symbolizes luxury and prestige, echoing the golden hue of the yellow croaker itself to reinforce the visual connection between the product and its presentation. Together, these elements not only enhance the depth and visual layering of the packaging but also imbue the product with an aura of refined elegance, significantly boosting its recognizability and appeal.

The core illustration is inspired by the yellow croaker’s natural habitat, visually encapsulating the idea that “Calm seas never made skilled sailors.” It portrays the fish navigating powerful currents—a metaphor for its resilience and robust nature—accompanied by the slogan “Born in triple-speed currents, built for excellence,” which intuitively communicates the product’s core value. Rendered in hot-stamped gold foil, the fish illustration achieves a triple impact: faithfully replicating its natural golden hue, elevating the sense of luxury, and commanding attention with striking visual appeal.

Through artistic expression, the design conveys the brand’s deep appreciation for the natural habitat in which the yellow croaker thrives, while also allowing consumers to intuitively grasp the fish’s rarity and premium quality. This, in turn, strengthens purchasing confidence and fosters a stronger sense of brand loyalty.

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