Expanding into the U.S. market presented a unique opportunity for a Central American natural supplements company to launch a new brand that would appeal to American consumers while staying true to its roots. The objective was to carve out a distinctive identity for Natibre in a crowded market and to break away from the clinical or medicinal perception often associated with supplements.
Natibre needed to stand out in a competitive U.S. supplement market filled with established players. The goal was to develop a brand that highlighted the product's natural, flavorful qualities while maintaining an emotional connection to freedom and adventure, avoiding the typical stigma of supplements as purely medicinal.
We initiated our comprehensive Brand Illumination process, which included in-depth surveys, stakeholder interviews, product tastings, and store visits. Our team conducted thorough analyses of competing and aspirational brands, identifying key market opportunities that could set Natibre apart. The research phase revealed insights into consumer preferences, visual identity trends, and messaging strategies that guided our brand creation.
Our strategy centered on positioning Natibre as a natural, flavorful supplement that promoted an adventurous lifestyle. We identified the core values of the brand—optimism, authenticity, and adventure—and encapsulated these with the essence “Live Free” and the tagline, “Enjoy life’s adventures.” The name "Natibre," combining "Natural" and "Libre" (freedom), communicated this spirit effectively.
From this foundation, we designed a cohesive identity system, including logo design, a vibrant color palette, typography, and visual patterns. Our packaging designs and 3D renders were crafted to ensure Natibre could make a striking impression across both physical and digital platforms. Every aspect of the brand was developed with reference to the insights drawn from our research, ensuring it resonated deeply with the target audience segments:
The Natibre project underscored the effectiveness of our Brand Illumination process, affirming its applicability across various cultures, regions, and markets. Our diverse, bilingual team played a crucial role, integrating a Latin sensibility into the design, which helped maintain the brand's authenticity while making it accessible to a broader audience. This case highlighted the value of research-driven strategies, inclusive collaboration, and cultural immersion, ensuring the brand could connect meaningfully with its target demographic. Our "people first" approach, which emphasizes understanding both client and consumer needs, was key to the successful creation of a compelling and relatable brand identity for Natibre.
