Case Study: How Custom Book Wraps Increased Repeat Orders
How branded book wraps transformed repeat purchase rates for an online bookshop.
The challenge
An independent online bookshop shipping 800+ orders per week wanted to differentiate from Amazon and build customer loyalty. Their plain brown book wraps were functional but forgettable. Repeat purchase rates were stagnant at around 20%.
Quick answer
Branded book wraps with inside printing and bookmark inserts increased repeat purchases from 20% to 25%. The per-wrap cost increased by 35p but the lifetime value increase from higher repeat rates far exceeded this. Social media shares of the branded packaging drove organic customer acquisition. The bookshop recouped the packaging investment within 2 months.
The solution
Instant recognition on the doormat.
A literary surprise revealed on opening.
Functional, retained for months, with website and social handles.
Results
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Lessons
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Frequently asked questions
From 20% to 25% - a 25% relative increase.
Custom exterior printing, inside-print quote, and branded bookmark.
Within 2 months from increased repeat purchases.
Yes, 40% more mentions from customers sharing the branded packaging.
35p more than plain wraps.
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