Baby Einstein
Global visual standards
The team at Baby Einstein saw the writing on the wall. Toy retail was changing. The collapse of Toys "R" Us was proof. Through our strategic partnership with the leadership team, Baby Einstein rallied behind a new impactful identity and a simple idea; Be curious.
research & Insights, Brand Audit, system design, PACKAGING, Guidelines Development
Colorful Baby Einstein plastic toy with interlocking rings on a blue suction base.
The new strategy encourages curiosity. The identity system was created around the stark contrast of black and white for two reasons. The black and white system created clear distinction from the colorful competition on shelf. Our graphic lettertoss pattern provided the bold impact while on shelf.

The packaging system was created to scale globally. It was pressure tested to accomodate up to six languages. We built the pack system upon the patterns our customers are used to following while shopping the toy aisle. We established a clear hierarchy of brand, name and age wayfinding.
Corner of a white box with a red circle containing a black plus sign above the letter 'o' and 'm', partially covered by black and white text patterns.
Compact toy piano with red, orange, black, and yellow keys and blue handle with colorful beads.
Michael DiCristina
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