Gift Boxes

Custom Gift Boxes UK

Present products, corporate gifts and special collections in packaging made specifically for your brand. All Custom Packaging produces custom gift boxes for retailers, e-commerce businesses, event companies and independent brands across the UK.

Unlike ready-made packaging, a bespoke gift box is designed around the dimensions, weight and presentation of the item inside. The structure, materials, branding and finishing options can all be selected to create a box that feels connected to your product rather than an off-the-shelf box finished with a label.

Orders start from 100 units per design, making personalised packaging accessible to smaller businesses, product launches and limited-edition collections. There are no setup fees, and free design support and a free 3D mockup are included.

Once the artwork and physical sample have been approved, production normally takes 6 to 8 business days. Every completed order includes free delivery throughout the UK.

Custom Gift Boxes Made for Your Brand

Stock gift boxes are produced in fixed dimensions and standard proportions. They may leave too much space around the product, require additional filling or fail to reflect the visual identity of the brand.

A custom box is developed around what will be placed inside. This allows us to consider:

• Product dimensions
• Packed weight
• Number of items
• Required inserts or dividers
• Retail, gifting or postal use
• Opening and closure style
• Exterior and interior printing
• Preferred colours and finishes
• Customer opening experience

The result is packaging that fits the product more closely and provides a cleaner, more organised presentation.

Before the full production run is printed, you can approve a video of the physical sample. This allows you to review the box dimensions, product fit, corners, closure, printing and finishing details.

What Are Custom Gift Boxes?

Custom gift boxes are packaging structures designed for presenting products, gifts, promotional items and special collections.

They can be used for:

• Retail gifting
• Corporate gifts
• Product launches
• Influencer and PR packages
• Subscription products
• Weddings and events
• Christmas collections
• Birthday gifts
• Jewellery and accessories
• Apparel and fashion products
• Hampers
• Premium food and confectionery

The box can carry your logo, brand colours, product information, patterns and campaign artwork. The interior can also be printed or fitted with an insert to give each item a defined position.

Styles of Gift Box We Make

Most custom gift-box orders use one of the following structures. Each style can be printed, foiled, embossed or kept plain depending on the required presentation.

Magnetic Closure Gift Boxes

Magnetic gift boxes use concealed magnets inside a hinged lid or front flap. The lid closes with a clean, controlled action that works well for premium gifting and customer-facing packaging.

They are suitable for:

• Luxury products
• Subscription boxes
• Corporate gifts
• Cosmetic collections
• Jewellery
• Clothing
• Influencer packages
• Product launch kits

Magnetic boxes can include ribbon pulls, printed inner walls, fitted inserts and compartments for several products.

For a classic premium format, explore 2 Piece Rigid Gift Boxes.

Lid-and-Base Gift Boxes

A lid-and-base box uses a separate lid that fits over a base tray. It is one of the most recognisable gift-box styles and can be produced in lightweight folding board or stronger rigid construction.

Explore:

• Empty Gift Boxes With Lids
• Luxury Cardboard Gift Boxes

These boxes are suitable for:

• Chocolates
• Candles
• Clothing
• Accessories
• Beauty products
• Wedding gifts
• Corporate presentations
• Gift sets

The lid can be full-depth, shallow or designed with an internal shoulder for a more structured opening.

Kraft Gift Boxes

Kraft Paper Gift Boxes provide a natural brown appearance for handmade, artisan and understated product ranges.

Kraft packaging works well with:

• Black or white logos
• One- or two-colour printing
• Botanical artwork
• Branded stickers
• Printed sleeves
• Tissue paper
• Simple embossed details

Selected unlaminated kraft boxes may be recyclable where clean and accepted by local collection services. The final disposal guidance depends on the complete specification, including windows, coatings, adhesives and inserts.

Round and Shaped Gift Boxes

Round, cylindrical, heart-shaped and other custom formats can give a product a more distinctive presentation.

Explore Round Gift Boxes for candles, confectionery, small hampers, floral gifts and premium retail products.

Custom-shaped packaging can also be created for seasonal campaigns and special occasions. The final design should remain practical to assemble, fill, store and transport.

Jewellery Gift Boxes

Jewellery Gift Boxes can be produced for rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings and watches.

Small rigid boxes can include:

• Foam or card inserts
• Velvet-effect surfaces
• Ribbon pulls
• Lift-off lids
• Magnetic closures
• Drawer openings
• Foil-stamped logos

The insert is developed around the product so it remains centred and properly presented.

Apparel Gift Boxes

Apparel Gift Boxes can be made for shirts, scarves, ties, knitwear, clothing sets and fashion accessories.

The internal dimensions should be based on the folded garment, tissue paper and any accessories placed inside.

Available options include:

• Two-piece boxes
• Magnetic rigid packaging
• Folding shirt boxes
• Drawer boxes
• Printed interiors
• Ribbon closures
• Branded tissue paper

A4 and Large Gift Boxes

Our A4 Gift Boxes are suitable for documents, presentation packs, clothing, stationery, certificates and corporate gifts.

Larger formats can be developed for:

• Hampers
• Clothing sets
• Product collections
• Bridal gifts
• Corporate welcome packs
• Multi-item presentations

Large gift boxes may require stronger board, reinforced corners or an outer corrugated carton when they will be sent through a courier network.

Materials and Inserts

Component	Available Options
Board	Rigid greyboard for premium boxes, folding cartonboard for lightweight gift packaging, kraft board for a natural appearance and corrugated board for delivery formats
Outer wrap	Printed art paper, uncoated kraft, textured paper, linen-effect stock and soft-touch finishes
Inserts	Die-cut card, corrugated supports, foam or suitable moulded trays made around the product
Closures	Magnetic flaps, separate lids, ribbon ties, tuck ends and drawer sleeves
Extras	Ribbon pulls, clear windows, printed inner walls, handles and matching Tissue Paper

The material should be selected according to the product weight, required protection and customer experience rather than appearance alone.

Folding Cartonboard Gift Boxes

Folding cartonboard is suitable for lightweight products and cost-conscious retail packaging.

It provides:

• A smooth printable surface
• Efficient flat storage
• Quick assembly
• Lower packaging weight
• Tuck-end and sleeve structures
• Window options
• Full-colour printing

It is commonly used for small gifts, cosmetics, confectionery, accessories and event favours.

Rigid Gift Boxes

Rigid boxes use thick greyboard covered with printed, coloured or textured paper. They retain their shape and provide a more substantial feel than an ordinary folding carton.

Rigid construction is suitable for:

• Luxury products
• Corporate gifting
• Jewellery
• Fragrance
• Clothing
• Premium food gifts
• Electronics
• Limited-edition collections

For a complete range of magnetic, drawer, lid-and-base and collapsible formats, explore our Rigid Boxes collection.

Corrugated Gift and Delivery Boxes

Corrugated board provides additional strength when the gift box must also handle e-commerce or courier delivery.

It can be used for:

• Subscription gifts
• Product launch kits
• Multi-item orders
• Corporate welcome packs
• Posted hampers
• Online gift collections

A decorative rigid or folding gift box may still need a corrugated outer shipping carton to protect its corners and printed surfaces during transport.

Custom Inserts for Gift Boxes

An insert helps organise the products and prevents items from moving or colliding.

Insert options include:

• Die-cut card trays
• Corrugated dividers
• Foam inserts
• Bottle compartments
• Layer pads
• Product sleeves
• Ribbon lifts
• Multi-item sections

Inserts are particularly useful for glass products, jewellery, gift sets, cosmetics, candles and presentation packs.

The insert layout is developed around the actual product dimensions and planned arrangement.

Gift Boxes for Special Occasions

Wedding Gift Boxes

Wedding gift boxes can be personalised with names, dates, monograms and colours selected to match the event.

They can be used for:

• Jewellery and rings
• Bridesmaid gifts
• Groom gifts
• Wedding favours
• Guest welcome boxes
• Keepsakes
• Confectionery
• Bridal accessories

Rigid lid-and-base or magnetic boxes work well for formal wedding presentation, while smaller folding boxes can be used for individual favours.

Birthday Gift Boxes

Birthday packaging can include personalised artwork, names, ages, messages and event colours.

Boxes can be created for individual gifts, party favours, confectionery, clothing and beauty products.

Christmas Gift Boxes

Christmas gift boxes can be produced with seasonal artwork, printed interiors, windows, ribbon closures and fitted inserts.

They are suitable for:

• Corporate Christmas gifts
• Confectionery
• Product sets
• Hampers
• Beauty collections
• Clothing
• Subscription gifts

Corporate Gift Boxes

Corporate packaging can be created for employee gifts, client presentations, event packs and product samples.

The box can include:

• Company branding
• Campaign messages
• Individual compartments
• Printed instructions
• Welcome cards
• Product inserts
• QR codes
• Internal branding

Benefits of Custom Gift Boxes

Better Product Fit

A box made around the product reduces unnecessary movement and creates a more organised presentation.

Consistent Branding

Your logo, colours, typography and artwork can continue across the exterior, interior, tissue paper and inserts.

Improved Presentation

Windows, magnetic closures, fitted inserts and printed interiors can make the opening experience feel more deliberate.

Flexible Product Ranges

Different sizes and designs can be developed for individual products, seasonal launches and gift collections.

Retail and E-Commerce Use

Gift boxes can be created for shop shelves, direct customer collection or online despatch with appropriate outer protection.

Custom Printing and Colour Matching

Gift boxes can be printed in full CMYK colour or matched closely to supplied Pantone references.

CMYK Printing

CMYK printing is suitable for:

• Detailed artwork
• Illustrations
• Photographs
• Patterns
• Multi-colour designs
• Seasonal campaigns

The final colour can vary slightly depending on the paper, coating and print method.

Pantone Colour Matching

Pantone references can provide closer consistency where a specific brand colour must be reproduced across packaging products.

The final appearance is still influenced by the selected material. A Pantone colour printed on white coated paper may appear different when printed on uncoated kraft.

The physical sample allows you to review the result before full production.

Printing and Finishing Options

Matt Lamination

Creates a smooth, low-reflection surface suitable for contemporary and understated gift packaging.

Gloss Lamination

Adds shine and can make colours and printed images appear brighter.

Soft-Touch Lamination

Provides a smooth tactile surface for luxury and premium product ranges.

Foil Stamping

Gold, silver, copper, rose-gold and other available foils can highlight logos, names and decorative details.

Embossing and Debossing

Embossing raises selected artwork, while debossing presses it into the surface.

Spot UV

Adds glossy highlights to selected parts of a matt design.

Interior Printing

The inside of the lid, base and walls can include patterns, colours, messages and product information.

Finishes should be chosen according to the product, budget and required customer experience rather than adding every available process to one design.

Complete the Gift Presentation

Matching Tissue Paper can be used to wrap products, line the box or add another branded layer to the presentation.

Gift boxes can also be completed with:

• Printed labels
• Branded stickers
• Ribbons
• Swing tags
• Product cards
• Thank-you notes
• Paper bags
• Corrugated outer cartons

Using the same colours and design references across these components helps create a consistent packaging range.

How Ordering Works

1. Send Your Product Details

Provide the product dimensions, packed weight, required quantity and preferred gift-box style.

2. Select the Materials and Structure

Choose the board, opening style, outer wrap, insert and finishing options with support from our packaging team.

3. Review the Free 3D Mockup

Our designers prepare the artwork and send a free 3D mockup showing the proposed structure and print placement.

4. Approve the Physical Sample

A physical sample is produced, and you receive a video showing:

• Box dimensions
• Product fit
• Material
• Corners and wrap
• Opening and closure
• Insert
• Exterior printing
• Interior printing
• Finishing details

5. Production and Delivery

Production normally takes 6 to 8 business days after final approval. The completed order is then delivered free of charge throughout the UK.

Order Custom Gift Boxes in the UK

To request an accurate quotation, provide:

• Product dimensions
• Product and packed weight
• Required quantity
• Preferred box style
• Retail, gifting or e-commerce use
• Insert or divider requirements
• Exterior and interior printing
• Artwork and Pantone references
• Preferred finishes
• Delivery or outer-carton requirements

Our team will review the details and recommend a suitable box structure, material and internal layout for your product.