Market Research: Begin by conducting thorough market research to understand consumer preferences, cultural nuances, and regulatory requirements in the United States, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Canada, China, and France. Explore trends in home goods, fragrance, and cultural aesthetics specific to each market.

Brand Familiarization: Immerse in Body Works' brand identity, values, and product offerings. Understand the brand's positioning, target audience, and existing product lines to ensure consistency and alignment with its overall vision.

International Considerations: Get familiar with the cultural, religious, and legal norms of each target market, especially Saudi Arabia and China, where sensitivities around imagery, language, and symbols may differ significantly from Western markets.

Conceptualization: Generate conceptualized and contextualized product concepts for home goods, candles, and packaging designs tailored to the preferences and cultural sensitivities of each market. Incorporate seasonal themes, cultural motifs, and relevant symbolism to resonate with local consumers.

Visual Development: Create various visual concepts for candles based on seasonal themes and cultural markets, considering factors such as color schemes, imagery, typography, and packaging materials. Ensure that each design reflects the unique aesthetic preferences of the target market while maintaining brand consistency.

IBM Expectations: Develop concepts that meet the expectations of the International Brand Merchant (IBM) and adhere to strict brand, cultural, religious, and legal guidelines. Ensure that designs are culturally appropriate, language-sensitive, and respectful of local customs and traditions.

Label and Packaging Design: Translate selected concepts into label and packaging designs that are visually appealing, culturally relevant, and compliant with IBM guidelines. Incorporate appropriate languages, graphics, symbols, and color theories for each market, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all elements.

Technical Artwork: Create print-ready packaging artwork with a deep understanding of technical aspects such as die-line creation, color management, packaging materials, manufacturing techniques, and print production processes. Ensure that artwork files are prepared to industry standards for accurate and high-quality output.

Collaboration and Review: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product development, marketing, legal, and manufacturing to review and refine designs. Incorporate feedback from stakeholders to ensure that the final products meet all requirements and expectations.

Market Launch: Prepare for the launch of the products in each target market by coordinating with vendors, suppliers, and distribution channels. Monitor market feedback and performance metrics to iteratively improve future product designs and strategies.