Merry UXmas

I’ve been wrapping presents for many a year, and this is the first time I recall seeing this little UX enhancement to wrapping paper. Naturally, designers have always focused on creating a seductive experience of the gift recipient. Wrapping paper can turn anything into an object of desire.

But the gift giver also has a critical interaction with the paper. Providing some user cues on the side of the paper that the wrapper needs to interact with is simple and smart. It’s one of those “why didn’t I think of that” ideas. These small innovations always makes me pause and consider what other everyday experiences could be improved by just looking at them from a different angle… Once in a while you can get shown the light in the strangest of places, if you look at it right.

Happy Holidays,
Jason

Long Pause…

Hi there. It’s been some time since I’ve had a chance to write a post. In fact, I don’t have time right now either. I’m in the middle of relocating to the Bay Area, and it’s been an all-consuming whirlwind the last couple months. But I did want to say hello, and that I’m still constantly thinking of the many UX topics I’d love to talk about. Hopefully sooner rather than later. In the mean time, please say hi on twitter if you’re so inclined.

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