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Gift Boxes

Custom gift boxes people keep long after the gift is opened.

Rigid, magnetic and two-piece gift boxes for retail sets, corporate gifting and PR kits — with ribbons, inserts and foil details, and timelines planned around holidays and events.

  • Rigid, magnetic and two-piece styles
  • Inserts for multi-item gift sets
  • Holiday and event timelines planned in
Rigid minimum
100 units
& foil options
Ribbon
Rigid production
12–15 days
Red rigid gift box with a gold ribbon and bow
Spec · Corporate gift set
Style
Magnetic closure
Wrap
Burgundy art paper
Insert
Multi-cavity foam
Detail
Gold ribbon + foil
Styles

Gift boxes people don’t throw away.

A good gift box gets kept — for storage, for the next gift, on a shelf. That’s free brand exposure for months. Boxes get kept when they’re sturdy (rigid board, not a folding carton), plain enough to reuse (logo on the lid, not covering every panel), and pleasant to open (a magnetic flap, a lift-off lid with a ribbon pull).

Which style for which occasion

  • Magnetic closure boxes — the top choice for premium corporate gifts and PR kits; the hidden magnets give a satisfying close.
  • Two-piece rigid boxes — classic lift-off lid for apparel, candles and sets.
  • Drawer boxes — a slide-out reveal for jewelry, chocolates and small luxury items.
  • Folding rigid boxes — ship flat to save freight and storage, then pop into shape.
  • Pillow and favor boxes — affordable for weddings, events and party favors.
Timeline

Planning corporate and holiday gifting.

Corporate gifting projects run on fixed dates, so work back from the delivery date:

  1. 8–10 weeks out: decide contents and quantity, request quotes, order samples.
  2. 6–7 weeks out: approve the 3D proof and insert layout once you have the actual products.
  3. 5–3 weeks out: production (rigid boxes typically take 12–15 business days after approval) and shipping.
  4. 2 weeks out: pack and dispatch gifts.

November and early December are the busiest weeks of the year for rigid box production across the industry. If your gifts are for the holidays, approve proofs by late October to keep a buffer.

Need gifts delivered to many addresses? Tell us — we can ship boxes flat to your fulfilment partner, with insert assembly instructions.

Specs

Gift box options.

StylesMagnetic, two-piece, drawer, book-style, folding rigid, sleeve, pillow and favor boxes
WrapsPrinted art paper, textured and linen papers, holographic, black and specialty stocks
InsertsFoam, card, satin-lined, multi-cavity for sets
FinishesFoil, emboss/deboss, spot UV, soft-touch
ExtrasRibbon ties and pulls, gift-tag die-cuts, branded tissue, outer shipping mailers
Formats

Choosing a gift box format.

Format Best for Feel
Two-piece rigid Sets, apparel, keepsakes Classic, substantial
Magnetic closure Premium sets, corporate gifts Luxurious, satisfying close
Drawer Jewelry, accessories, tea Reveal moment
Mailer Gifts shipped direct Printed unboxing at lower cost
Sleeve Seasonal versions of existing products Cheap way to re-skin a box

Corporate gifting often adds a printed card slot or personalized inside lid.

Timing

Holiday timing.

Gift packaging is seasonal, and production capacity tightens in the run-up to the holidays. For Q4 gifting, plan to approve proofs early enough to allow production, shipping and your own packing time — rigid boxes need the longest lead time.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the best box for a corporate gift?

A magnetic closure rigid box with a foam or card insert is the most popular choice: it feels premium, protects the contents and is often kept and reused.

How far in advance should I order holiday gift boxes?

Allow 8–10 weeks from first quote to delivery for rigid gift boxes, and approve proofs by late October for December delivery.

Can gift boxes ship flat?

Folding rigid boxes ship flat and pop into shape; standard rigid boxes ship assembled. Folding styles save freight and storage on large runs.

Can you add a ribbon to my gift box?

Yes — ribbon ties, ribbon pulls and ribbon closures in a range of colors can be added.

Can you pack the gifts for us?

Our focus is the packaging. For gift assembly we can ship to your fulfilment partner with insert and assembly instructions.

Planning gifts for clients or a launch?

Send the contents, quantity and in-hand date. We’ll recommend a style and confirm a timeline that works.