Toni's

Brand Identity
Cleveland, Ohio
Industry
Consumer Packaged Goods
Year
2026
Services
Brand Identity

Project Context

A rebranding initiative for a 20-year-old family business looking to scale. The project focused on evolving a traditional, "homemade" visual identity into a premium, sophisticated brand that competes in high-end markets without losing its artisanal heritage.

Objective

A 20-year-old family brand was stuck in a "homemade" perception, making it difficult to scale or compete in high-end markets. The visual identity lacked the professional authority needed to justify a premium price point and attract modern, quality-seeking consumers.

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Problem

A 20-year-old family brand was stuck in a "homemade" perception, making it difficult to scale or compete in high-end markets. The visual identity lacked the professional authority needed to justify a premium price point and attract modern, quality-seeking consumers.

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Solution

We implemented a "Modern Nostalgia" design strategy, refining the visual narrative to be clean and minimalist. By combining high-end typography with subtle heritage elements, we created a brand identity that communicates both artisanal quality and market-leading sophistication.

Testimonials

"Our new brand identity is a game changer. It perfectly captures who we are and has already boosted our professional appeal. If you want to stand out, this is the way to go!"

Toni Shantz
Founder of Toni's

"Our new brand identity is a game changer. It perfectly captures who we are and has already boosted our professional appeal. If you want to stand out, this is the way to go!"

Toni Shantz
Founder of Toni's

Design & Development Process

Research & Analysis

Briefing

Competitors Analysis

UX Analysis

Definition of User Persona

Wireframing & Testing

Userflow & Sitemap

Lo-Fi & Hi-Fi Wireframes

Clickable Prototype

Usability Testing

High Fidelity & Hand-Off

Branding

UI & UI-Kit

Responsive Design

High Fidelity Prototype

Usability Testing

Hand-off to Development

Development & Launch

CMS implementation (WordPress-Elementor / Shopify / Webflow)

CMS Configuration

Responsive Optimization

SEO Improvements (optimized content & images)

Final Testing & QA

Final Project Deployment

Design Process

Research & Analysis

Briefing

Competitors Analysis

UX Analysis

Definition of User Persona

Wireframing & Testing

Userflow & Sitemap

Lo-Fi & Hi-Fi Wireframes

Clickable Prototype

Usability Testing

High Fidelity & Hand-Off

Branding

UI & UI-Kit

Responsive Design

High Fidelity Prototype

Usability Testing

Hand-off to Development

Color Palette

Typography

Brand Identity

User Persona

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Location:
Marital Status:
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Current Situation

Motivations

Frustrations

Goals & Objectives

Logo

Before
After

Lo-Fi Wireframes

Previous Design

The Revamped Experience

A comprehensive brand overhaul designed to transform a traditional family recipe into a premium market contender. We focused on a visual narrative that balances nostalgic “homemade” cues with a sophisticated, modern aesthetic, ensuring the product resonates with quality-seeking consumers while honoring its 20-year heritage.

Key Features & 
Improvements Implemented

Elevated the brand from a local, "homemade" look to a sophisticated identity that commands a premium presence on any shelf.

Heritage Storytelling

A visual narrative that honors the 20-year history through subtle, nostalgic design cues that maintain emotional connection.

Premium Minimalism

A clean and sophisticated layout designed to elevate the product's perceived value and command a higher market price.

Strategic Typography

A refined selection of modern typefaces that bridge the gap between traditional family roots and contemporary elegance.

Brand Scalability

A versatile identity system built to transform a local "homemade" product into a competitive, professional brand ready for global shelves.

Creating an Intuitive and Efficient Digital Experience

User Flows

Visual Design

Conclusion

This overhaul successfully evolved a 20-year legacy into a premium market leader. By merging nostalgic heritage with modern sophistication, we created a high-end identity that honors its past while maximizing its future commercial value.