A rich visual survey of over 170 examples from the worlds of music, book publishing and magazines that have been released as a collector’s, limited or deluxe edition.
This global survey brings together over 170 examples of innovative and inspired packaging from the worlds of music, book publishing and magazines that have been released as a collector’s, limited or deluxe edition.

Organized into four sections – Boxed; Multiples; Hand; and Extras – each example is accompanied by a project description and vital reference information about the format, materials and finishes used in the design, and the client, record label, publisher and designer behind the work. A broad spectrum of formats and genres is included, ranging from editions of albums by international recording artists to ultra-rare and expensive publications.

Illustrated throughout with specially commissioned photography and including in-depth interviews with Stanley Donwood, Irma Boom, Alec Soth, Dinos Chapman, The Vinyl Factory, FUEL, Stefan Sagmeister and The Flaming Lips, Collector’s Edition is an essential resource for all graphic designers and packaging designers.