The brand
identity is the
soul of a brand

A playful coffee brand for people whose best ideas begin with one good pause

Brand Identity Illustration Logotype Packaging Visual Identity
Gimme a Break coffee packaging, front and back of the Rich Dark whole bean bag

Every brand starts
with a question

What if coffee wasn't about productivity… but giving yourself a permission to pause? (with or without caffeine)

Gimme a Break is a reminder that taking a break isn't wasting time. It's where the good ideas actually comes from.

The challenge

We didn't want another premium coffee brand… so we did things differently

A June 2026 survey of 1,000 U.S. coffee consumers found that:

60%

Consider coffee part of their daily routine

50%

Drink it for energy

28%

say it helps them relax

Only 21%

Associate coffee with increased productivity

Source: Drive Research Coffee Consumer Survey

Visual identity

The logo journey

The idea started with one simple idea: life feels different before and after coffee.

Gimme a Break logo construction grid — primary lockup, horizontal lockup with mascot, and standalone mascot mark
Gimme a Break logo on dark brown background Gimme a Break logo on beige background Gimme a Break logo on light brown background
Packaging process

More than just
coffee

Four Gimme a Break coffee bag flavors — Morning Boost, Ethiopia Bloom, Rich Dark, and Caramel Crush
Gimme a Break coffee capsule box, gift box with thank you card, and branded coffee cup

Each format maintains the same playful personality through consistent colors, typography, patterns, and brand details.

This flexible system allows the brand to introduce new products while remaining cohesive and instantly recognizable.

Social media

Bringing the brand to life

Moodboard grid of twelve Gimme a Break social media post designs

More than a cup of coffee, Gimme a Break is an invitation to breathe, enjoy the moment, and share it with good company.