Designer Mario Hugo (Hugo & Marie), known for his shape-shifting approach to design and typography, recently worked with illustrator Carson Ellis on this gorgeous album & vinyl sleeve for The Decemberists' latest release.

Mediocre album or not, this will be one of the few album purchases I make based solely on the packaging.

Fontfeed recently posted their review of this year's Grammy nominees for the only categories that really matter, Best Packaging and Best Music Video. Personally I didn't care much for the Death Magnetic artwork that won Metallica the Best Packaging award, but I did think In Rainbows for Best Special Limited Edition Package was an inspired choice.

Also, be sure to check out all of the nominees for best short-form music video. Check it.