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04 Feb, 2025

Sticker Trends in 2025: What's Hot in the World of Custom Stickers?

Curious to know what’s hot and what’s not in the world of sticker trends this year? Don’t go anywhere. In this handy post, we’ll be sharing some genius sticker ideas that will take your packaging from drab to fab in no time. 

 

Why stickers are trending in 2025

If you’re an avid social media user, you may have noticed an increase in the number of videos showcasing things like unique business cards, packaging reviews, and design ideas for custom stickers

Why is that? Well, it’s partly due to the fact that in our post-pandemic world, more and more of us are choosing to put our entrepreneurial hats on and start selling stuff. Since the competition is hotting up, even first-time business owners with small-medium sized businesses are needing to up their packaging game and find fun, unique ways to appeal to customers. 

Stickers work well for a number of reasons. They’re fun, affordable, simple-to-use, and with a little imagination, can totally transform even the most basic cardboard box or mailing bag. 

Here’s how…

 

Fun ways to use stickers for packaging

When it comes to using stickers for packaging, the possibilities are – quite literally – endless. They can be added inside or outside packaging, given away as freebies, even used as a substitute for sticky tape. Want to truly wow your customers? Here are 4 cool sticker ideas you can try at home:

 

  1. Seal with stickers instead of tape to elevate tissue wrap

If you’ve ever received an online order from a big brand, you may have noticed that they often wrap items neatly in tissue paper and then add a circular sticker to hold everything together. This is such a nifty little trick for making everything look slick and professional without unnecessary waste. 

If you’re planning to put your wrapped item inside a postal box, pop a rectangular waterproof vinyl sticker on the outside. It’ll hold everything together and add an extra level of protection from the elements. This is particularly important if you’re sending clothing items, jewellery, or cosmetics.

Using plain or neutral paper and packaging? Apply a metallic sticker for a sophisticated edge that’ll catch the customer's eye.

2. Offer stickers as freebies to build real world brand awareness

If you want people to talk about your brand, you need to get on the ‘freebie hype’. Social media perfectly demonstrates the power of freebies – people LOVE showing off free stuff, and it’s a fantastic way to entice new customers to get involved.

When that freebie is a sticker, your business benefits even more. Stickers can end up here, there, and everywhere. They’re often spotted on laptops, coffee cups, notebooks, car windows… if a surface is sticker-friendly, there’s a good chance a sticker will find its way onto it. (Especially if you have really, really good stickers)

3. Add QR codes to stickers to connect with customers online

QR code stickers are another big trend. The best thing about using them is that they’re so versatile. You can link customers to new products, campaigns, feedback forms, social media, or newsletter sign-ups. When you align your QR code links with your business objectives, you help to boost business success in a really simple way. (Oh, and they look great too.)

 

4. Save on branded postal boxes by adding stickers instead

Don’t want to spend every last penny on bespoke postal boxes? Hack your packaging with a striking sticker inside the lid. A large rectangular sticker on the inside lid of your box is a fantastic way to fill a blank, boring space. When paired with a custom roll sticker on your tissue paper and a branded flyer or thank you card, your customer will be none the wiser you’ve used a plain cardboard box for packaging! Trust us – it works.

Use decorative stickers to stand out, online and off 

At StickerShop, we’re always on the lookout for new sticker trends that help our customers to stand out, online and off. Whether you’re after professional-looking parcel stickers with a classy matte finish or chic cosmetic labels that look great and keep your products protected, we’ve got you covered. If you have any questions for us, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our friendly team.

 


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