Concept.
"A force of attraction so great that even light can not escape"
Montblanc is globally renowned for its high-quality and distinguished range of products, particularly in the domains of writing instruments and leather goods. Additionally, the brand has seen a burgeoning presence in the cosmetics and fragrances market for both men and women.
The brand's philosophy encapsulates the belief that while writing serves as the visible expression of the soul, fragrance acts as its unspoken, subliminal language. Fragrances narrate stories, stir emotions, and evoke poetry, akin to how a fountain pen marks thoughts on paper.
Drawing inspiration from its iconic emblem, the 6-pointed star, the design ethos of Montblanc revolves around this distinctive symbol. The bottle design, resembling a geometric reflection from the top, features a black sphere containing the fragrance liquid, juxtaposed with contrasting surface finishes of shiny and matte blacks, representing the interplay of light and darkness akin to stars. DARK STAR, aimed at discerning young consumers, exudes an aura of intrigue, reflecting a defined character that seeks not to outshine others but to project an enigmatic personality.
Operation.
The container is taken with a single hand and pressed on top, shiny and smooth surface without uncovering or unscrewing a cap.
Mechanical
design.
The mechanism is intended to place the atomizer at the center of the sphere. Two pipes, which are connected and submerged in the perfume, are activated by a valve that draws liquid from the bottom of the bottle and ejects it from the side.
Exploded
view.
Counterbalance.
The container does not have a flat base for storage, which makes it move freely on the surface where it is placed. However, it has a counterweight at the bottom that provides a very low center of gravity. This allows it to remain in place as if it were being held by a gravitational force.
Packaging.
Is a minimalist packaging where the main objective is to protect the product. keeping the same concept of the bottle, the packaging is shown as a robust cube with rounded edges.The graphics and information does not contain color elements it is given simply by contrast between smooth or rough surfaces and low reliefs. When the package is opened , the bottle represents the main core of one dark star.
Material
Details.
COMPOSTABLE- RECYCLABLE -RENEWABLE
Earthcycle is a moulded fiber packaging line developed by CKF INC. Certified as compostable according to both European industrial and domestic standards, these containers are constructed from palm fiber, a renewable resource that would otherwise go to waste. Additionally, the Natureflex™ film utilized in this packaging is derived from renewable resources. The label is also certified as domestically compostable. Not only does this packaging streamline responsible disposal practices, but it also enhances the brand's image as one dedicated to environmental sustainability.
Front View.
Theory.
"A force of attraction so great that even light can not escape"
A dark star is a hypothetical celestial object that is consistent with Newtonian mechanics. Due to its enormous mass, a dark star has a surface velocity that equals or exceeds the speed of light. It is unclear whether light is affected by gravity under Newtonian mechanics, but if it were, any light at the surface of a dark star would be trapped by the star's gravity, causing it to be dark, hence the name. Dark stars are similar to black holes in general relativity.
