- Apparel boxes are corrugated mailers, folding garment cartons or rigid gift boxes sized around folded shirts, sweaters, dresses and outerwear.
- CubitPack produces corrugated clothing mailers from 250 units, paperboard apparel cartons from 1,000 units, and rigid gift boxes from 50 units.
- Standard turnaround is 10 to 14 business days with 4 to 5 day rush available, and shipping, dies, plates and design help are free across all 50 states.
- Every order includes guaranteed Pantone color matching plus a free digital proof and 3D mockup to review before you pay.
Custom Apparel Boxes
Custom apparel boxes printed with your fashion brand logo and colors for shirts, hoodies, dresses, denim and knitwear. Order corrugated mailers from 250 boxes, folding cartons from 1,000, or two-piece rigid gift boxes from 50. Production takes 10 to 14 business days (rush in 4 to 5), with free design help, no die or plate charges, free shipping across all 50 states, and a 3D mockup before payment.
What are custom apparel boxes?
Custom apparel boxes are folded or rigid garment containers sized to match folded clothing dimensions and printed with a fashion label's visual identity, care message and artwork. Fashion labels, streetwear drops, bridal boutiques and corporate uniform programs use them to prevent deep garment creases, shield fabrics from transit moisture and deliver a boutique presentation at the customer's front door. Direct-to-consumer clothing shipments usually rely on roll-end tuck-front corrugated mailers that withstand parcel carriers without an outer carton, whereas department store shelves and gift counters favor pop-up two-piece folding cartons or paper-wrapped rigid boxes lined with custom tissue paper. At CubitPack, custom apparel boxes start at 250 units for corrugated mailers, 1,000 units for paperboard cartons and 50 units for rigid boxes. Standard production runs 10 to 14 business days with a 4 to 5 day rush option, backed by free design help, zero die or plate charges, guaranteed Pantone matching and free delivery to all 50 states.
Apparel boxes facts
- Minimum
- 250 mailers · 1,000 cartons · 50 rigid
- Turnaround
- 10–14 business days
- Rush
- 4–5 days, quoted
- Materials
- Corrugated, white card, kraft, rigid board, recycled
- Printing
- CMYK, Pantone, inside lid printing, white ink on kraft
- Finishes
- Matte, gloss, soft-touch, foil stamping, emboss, deboss, spot UV
- Add-ons
- Tissue paper, ribbons, magnetic closures, windows, inserts
- Shipping
- Free to all 50 states
- Proofs
- Free digital proof and 3D mockup before payment
Which apparel box style fits my clothing line?
| Box style | Best garment applications | Ships alone in mail? | Storage footprint | Minimum order |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roll-end tuck-front mailer | DTC clothing orders, streetwear drops, denim and fleece | Yes, corrugated board | Ships and stores flat | 250 boxes |
| Two-piece lid and base box | Department store gifts, dress shirts, robes and sweaters | Needs outer bag or shipper | Folding pops up; rigid sets up | 1,000 card / 50 rigid |
| Straight tuck end carton | Retail shelf tees, basics, activewear and hosiery | Pack in master carton | Ships flat, fast hand pack | 1,000 boxes |
| Magnetic closure rigid box | Bridal wear, cashmere knitwear and VIP press kits | Pack in outer mailer | Pre-assembled rigid wall | 50 boxes |
| Collapsible rigid box | Outerwear, blazers and luxury gifts in compact storage | Pack in outer mailer | Folds flat, adhesive corners | 50 boxes |
| Drawer slide box | Silk blouses, knitwear sets and accessory bundles | Pack in outer mailer | Two-part rigid or card tray | 1,000 card / 50 rigid |
Not sure which style fits?
Request a Quote →What size apparel box do I need?
Every apparel box is cut to your exact inside length × width × height in inches with zero die fees. Fold your garment on a table, measure the folded footprint and loft height, and add ¼ to ½ inch of clearance on length and width. Whether you are comparing custom clothing boxes, printed garment packaging boxes, two piece apparel boxes, branded apparel boxes or wholesale apparel boxes, we size the template to your exact container.
| Inside size (in) | Typically fits | Popular style |
|---|---|---|
| 9 × 6.5 × 2 in | One compact-folded T-shirt, cami, bodysuit or two-piece swimwear set | Straight tuck end carton or small mailer |
| 11.5 × 8.5 × 2 in | One retail-folded dress shirt, polo, linen blouse or lightweight jersey top | Two-piece box or roll-end mailer |
| 12 × 10 × 3 in | One pair of folded denim jeans, a crew-neck sweater or a two-shirt bundle | Roll-end tuck-front mailer |
| 14 × 11 × 4 in | One heavyweight fleece hoodie, jogger tracksuit or two-piece loungewear set | Corrugated mailer or collapsible rigid |
| 15 × 12 × 5 in | Puffer jacket, wool coat, multi-garment subscription box or uniform welcome kit | Corrugated mailer or magnetic rigid |
| 17 × 11 × 2.5 in | Department store gift fold for robes, cardigans, dresses and tailored separates | Two-piece lid and base box |
Suggested inside size: 9 × 6.5 × 2 in
A starting point. Your account manager confirms the size with you before the proof.
Quote this size →Know your product's size? Work out the inside box size with our free box size calculator.
Have your inside dimensions ready? Request pricing across up to 3 quantities.
Request a Quote →How do I choose apparel boxes?
- Standardize your garment foldFold shirts, sweaters or trousers on a folding board and measure length, width and stack height.
- Separate parcel shipping from retailPick corrugated mailers for USPS, UPS or FedEx parcels; pick card or rigid boxes for retail shelves.
- Match vertical depth to garment loftKeep box height close to the folded stack so clothes never slide into a crumpled heap.
- Select board shade for your paletteNatural kraft suits denim and workwear; bleached white board gives sharp contrast for fashion photos.
- Build the interior unboxing layerPair inside-lid print with branded tissue paper and a seal sticker to hold folds without polybags.
- Upload your artwork or AI conceptSend vector files, use free design help, or share an AI image for a free custom dieline and 3D mockup.
What are apparel boxes made of?
Which finishes can apparel boxes have?
Which add-ons can I get?
Apparel boxes specifications
| Spec | Options |
|---|---|
| Constructions | Corrugated mailers, two-piece boxes, folding cartons, rigid boxes |
| Materials | Corrugated, card / paperboard, rigid board, kraft, recycled |
| Board thickness & flute | Corrugated board, card (paperboard) or kraft board matched to parcel weight |
| Printing | CMYK, Pantone match guaranteed, inside printing, white ink on kraft |
| Lamination & finishes | Matte, gloss, soft-touch, foil stamping, emboss, deboss, spot UV |
| Add-ons | Tissue paper, ribbons, magnets, window patching, inserts |
| Size range | Any inside L × W × H to order |
| Minimums | 250 mailers · 1,000 folding cartons · 50 rigid boxes; delivered ±5% |
| Proofs & samples | Free digital proof and 3D mockup before payment; $50 sample kit |
| Turnaround & shipping | 10–14 business days (rush 4–5); free shipping to all 50 states |
Ready to quote your apparel boxes? Compare up to 3 quantities with a free 3D mockup.
Request a Quote →What do fashion brands pack in custom apparel boxes?
A silk slip dress, a 16-ounce fleece hoodie and a three-pack of crew tees fold to very different footprints and heights. Tell us which garments you sell and whether they ship direct to consumers or sit on boutique tables, and we match the board and structure to your line.
Apparel boxes design ideas
Example designs with made-up brands. Your packaging is made to your design.
What are the most common custom apparel box mistakes?
Most clothing packaging issues happen when box depth exceeds garment loft or when a thin carton ships without protection. Check these five. When specifying bulk custom apparel boxes, personalized apparel boxes, custom size apparel boxes, two-piece box apparel boxes and t-shirts, polos apparel boxes, avoid these common production mistakes
- Ordering a deep box for a thin shirt. Extra height lets the folded garment slide and arrive creased.
- Mailing a thin paperboard shirt box without an outer poly mailer. Thin card walls crush in parcel sorting.
- Skipping lamination on heavy dark ink. Uncoated black or navy ink can scuff and rub onto pale cotton.
- Guessing folded dimensions from a size chart. Fold the largest size (like XXL) and measure its real stack height.
- Leaving raw corrugated flutes against delicate silk or cashmere without a sheet of tissue paper.
Chat with a designer now
Share your logo, a sketch or an AI image. We'll rebuild every element cleanly onto your box dieline and send a 3D mockup, free.
Made your design with AI?
Generated a concept in Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude or Midjourney? Send us your AI image: we rebuild every element onto your box dieline and show you a 3D mockup before you pay, free.Custom vs stock apparel boxes: which is better?
| Stock (plain) | Custom from CubitPack | |
|---|---|---|
| Garment fit | Generic depths that leave folded clothes sliding and wrinkling | Sized to your exact folded length, width and garment loft |
| Inside & outside branding | Plain brown or white board requiring an extra label | Full CMYK or Pantone print outside and inside the lid |
| Minimum order | Small bundles in fixed warehouse dimensions | 250 mailers, 1,000 folding cartons, or 50 rigid boxes |
| Production time | Ships from stock in fixed sizes | 10–14 business days to order, or 4–5 business days rush |
| Prepress & dieline support | Self-serve only, no structural check | Free custom dieline, free design help, digital proof and 3D mockup |
Get custom apparel boxes sized to your product, with a free 3D mockup before you pay.
Request a Quote →Are apparel boxes safe and sustainable?
Smudge-resistant laminations for dark inks
Matte, gloss or soft-touch lamination prevents dark fashion inks from rubbing off onto pale fabrics or white cotton garments.Recycled and kraft board choices
Choose unbleached kraft or recycled paperboard and corrugated board to support lower-impact fashion packaging programs.FSC paper and ISO 9001 partner production
FSC-certified paper stocks and ISO 9001 partner facility production are available on request, with certificates provided when needed.How do I order custom apparel boxes?
Tell us what you need
Size, quantities or AI conceptCompare volume pricing
Dedicated account managerApprove your proof
Digital proof + 3D mockupMade and shipped
Free to all 50 statesHow much do custom apparel boxes cost?
The price depends on four things, and every custom quote is free.
Box structure & board
Cartons cost less at volume; corrugated mailers add parcel strength; rigid boxes offer luxury wallsFolded dimensions
An 11.5 × 8.5 × 2 in shirt box uses far less board than a 15 × 12 × 5 in outerwear boxOrder quantity
Unit price drops at higher tiers, and we quote up to three quantities side by sidePrint & finishes
Inside print, soft-touch lamination, hot foil and magnets add finishing stepsTo keep per-box cost low, fold tees, polos and knits to one shared length and width and only vary box height, or print one Pantone color outside with branded tissue inside. Your first order is 10% off, we beat written US competitor quotes for identical specs, and quotes arrive in 5-7 minutes.
10% off your first order.
Request a Quote →What do I need to send for a quote?
- The product and how many you need
- The inside size, or what goes in it
- A style, or ask us to suggest one
- Your logo or artwork (an AI image is fine)
- Pantone codes, if you have them
- Delivery ZIP code and the date you need it
Can I see a sample first?
Sample kit
Board and finish swatches, sample boxes, labels and bags. Credited to your first order.Digital proof + 3D mockup
See it before you payPrinted sample
Of your own designHow does shipping work?
- Free shipping to all 50 states
- Worldwide with DDP prices: duties and taxes included
- Blind and split shipping
- Damaged in transit? We reprint the damaged units free
Why brands choose CubitPack
Dedicated specialist
One account manager from quote to deliveryPantone guaranteed
Clearly off? We reprintReprint or refund
If we get it wrong, you chooseBBB accredited
A US business you can checkApparel boxes questions
What size box do I need for a folded shirt or hoodie?
A standard retail-folded dress shirt or T-shirt fits cleanly in an 11.5 × 8.5 × 2 in box, while a compact-folded tee fits a 9 × 6.5 × 2 in box. Heavyweight fleece hoodies and joggers usually need 14 × 11 × 4 in so the hood does not bow the lid.
What is the minimum order quantity for custom apparel boxes?
Minimums depend on the structure: corrugated apparel mailer boxes start at 250 units, paperboard folding cartons start at 1,000 units, and rigid gift boxes start at 50 units. Small trial runs are also considered case by case through your dedicated account manager.
Can I ship custom apparel boxes directly through USPS, UPS or FedEx?
Yes, when you choose a corrugated roll-end tuck-front mailer box. Corrugated mailers have fluted walls that withstand parcel sorting on their own, sealed with tape or a tamper sticker. Thin paperboard cartons and rigid gift boxes should travel inside a poly mailer or shipping carton.
How do I stop clothes from sliding and wrinkling inside the box?
Match the interior box height closely to the folded stack height of the garment, leaving only ¼ to ½ inch of clearance on length and width. Wrapping the folded item in custom tissue paper with a seal sticker holds the fold flat.
Can you print inside the lid of an apparel box?
Yes. Inside printing lets you flood the interior with your brand Pantone color, print care instructions and return QR codes under the lid, or add a repeating monogram pattern that frames the garment when opened.
How long does production take for custom apparel boxes?
Standard production takes 10 to 14 business days after you approve your digital proof and complete payment. If you are working toward a seasonal launch or merch drop deadline, rush production in 4 to 5 business days is quoted per order.
How do you match my garment hangtag and woven label colors?
Share your Pantone (PMS) color codes when requesting your quote. CubitPack guarantees Pantone color matching on custom boxes: if a printed Pantone shade is clearly off from the approved specification, we reprint at no cost.
Do I pay extra for custom cutting dies or printing plates?
No. CubitPack never charges die or plate fees, even when you request a custom inside dimension, thumb notch, hanger slot or die-cut window on your apparel boxes. Design help and shipping across all 50 states are also free.
Can I order multiple sizes or designs in one apparel box order?
Yes. In Step 2 of the quote form, select 2 designs or 3+ designs and list your shirt, hoodie and outerwear box sizes or artwork variations in the notes box so your account manager quotes them together.
Can I see a proof or physical sample before full production?
Every order includes a free 2D digital proof and 3D mockup before payment. If you want to test the physical board and print first, order our $50 sample kit or a paid custom printed sample, both credited toward your order.
Still have a question? Ask a packaging specialist.
Request a Quote →Apparel boxes terms, explained
- Roll-end tuck-front
- A self-locking corrugated mailer with double-layered side walls and front dust flaps
- Two-piece pop-up box
- A folding paperboard lid and base set that ships flat and pops up for packing
- Garment loft
- The natural vertical thickness of a folded sweater, hoodie or jacket
- Soft-touch lamination
- A matte protective film with a velvet texture that resists scuffing on dark ink
- Inside printing
- Printing artwork, care tips or patterns on the interior walls and lid
- Collapsible rigid box
- A luxury chipboard box that ships flat and folds into a rigid gift box
More for your apparel packaging
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Get your apparel boxes price
One dedicated account manager prepares pricing across up to 3 quantities.
- Free design & AI-to-print studio + 3D mockup
- No die or plate charges · 4–5 day rush available
- Free shipping to all 50 states
- 10% off your first order
- Reprint or refund if we get it wrong
Every CubitPack fact on this page (minimums, turnaround, materials, finishes and guarantees) comes from our published product specifications and was checked by a packaging specialist. Folded clothing sizes are starting benchmarks confirmed on your dieline before the proof. Spot something wrong? Tell us and we fix it. Tell us if something looks wrong.
Sources
- CubitPack minimums, turnaround, free design help, no die or plate charges, free US shipping, Pantone guarantee and sample policy
- Parcel shipping and dimensional weight considerations for corrugated mailers vs folding cartons
- Parcel transit protection and compression guidelines for shipped apparel boxes
What changed
- October 22, 2026: First published.
- October 22, 2026: Updated specifications, terminology, and verified source links.