YPB Iconic Tote Bag – Hangtag Development
Project Overview
This project focuses on the design and production of a clamshell-style hangtag for the Abercrombie & Fitch YPB Iconic Tote Bag. The goal was to create a mechanical art layout that effectively showcases the product's features, dimensions, and materials while maintaining Abercrombie & Fitch’s branding and premium aesthetic.
Design Process
1. Concept Development
Researched Abercrombie & Fitch's brand identity, typography, and color schemes to maintain consistency.
Established the core messaging: highlighting the tote’s functionality, quality, and travel-friendly features.
Designed iconography and layout to enhance readability and visual appeal.
3. Material & Print Considerations
Premium 16 pt. cardstock with a matte finish for a sleek, high-end look.
Reinforced with a grommet hole for durability.
CMYK color mode for consistent print output.
Designed for string attachment for easy display on retail shelves.
2. Structural Layout & Mechanics
Developed a clamshell-style tag with an intuitive fold structure.
Incorporated a supplemental tag with graphics to grab attention at first look.
Ensured a balanced layout of text, imagery, and barcode placement for seamless in-store scanning.
Key Features & Benefits
📦 Ample Storage – Interior and exterior pockets for organization.
🔒 Secure Closure – Top zipper to keep valuables safe.
✈ Travel-Friendly – Back trolley pass flap for easy luggage attachment.
📏 Dimensions – 15" H x 5.5" W x 18" L.
🌍 High-Quality Build – Imported materials for durability and style.
Final Tag Design
The final selection includes:
Clamshell Hangtag – Double-sided layout with front product imagery, core features, and a barcode for retail scanning.
Supplemental Tag – A compact tag reinforcing branding and key benefits through graphic patterns and text.
Technical Specifications
Main Hangtag Dimensions
Final Cut Size: 4.25” x 2.75”
Bleed Area: 0.125”
Safe Zone: 4.00” x 2.50”
Hole Placement:
Diameter: 0.181”
Centered at: 1.16” horizontally, 0.275” from the fold
Supplemental Tag Dimensions
Final Cut Size: 2.25” x 0.80”
Bleed Area: 0.125”
Safe Zone: 2.00” x 0.675”
Hole Placement: 0.10” diameter, centered at 0.40” horizontally
Final Designs
initial Design iterations
Back
Front
Mockups
Top Panel
Bottom Panel