Packing tape has come a long way. Gone are the days where the only option would be the clear, but boring, yet functional roll bought in packs of 12. Leave it to designers to use any surface possible to slap a pattern on. Regardless, anything to brighten up the packing experience is a plus in my books.
Fredflare is a pretty fun site to visit to find neat novelty items, including patterned tape:
If you’re looking for something with a bit more of a refined European flare, check out the tapes from Anaventura:
delight offers a few to choose from whether you like a baroque style or something more earthy:
I love this one from Annie’s Blue Ribbon General Store. It looks exactly like a measuring tape and was featured in New York Magazine’s Gift Guide.
But it’s not just packing tape getting a facelift. Check out Uncommon Goods for duct tape that’s no longer the standard silver:
