- Sunglasses boxes are sliding drawer trays, two-piece rigid outer boxes or folding tuck cartons sized for eyewear pouches and hard cases.
- CubitPack makes paperboard sunglasses cartons from 1,000 units, rigid optical boxes from 50, and corrugated mailers from 250.
- Turnaround is 10 to 14 business days (rush in 4 to 5), with free design help, no die fees and free US shipping.
- Every order includes guaranteed Pantone color matching plus a free digital proof and 3D mockup before payment.
Custom Sunglasses Boxes
Custom sunglasses boxes printed with your eyewear brand logo and colors for acetate frames, aviators, sport shields and hard optical cases. Order paperboard folding cartons from 1,000 boxes or rigid drawer and two-piece boxes from 50, made in 10 to 14 business days (rush in 4 to 5). Every order includes free design help, no die charges, free shipping to all 50 states, and a 3D mockup before payment.
What are custom sunglasses boxes?
Custom sunglasses boxes are compact oblong paperboard cartons, sliding drawer boxes and rigid presentation containers engineered to protect folded eyewear frames, polarized lenses and hard optical cases from crushing and scratches. Independent eyewear studios, optical boutiques, resort labels and cycling or fishing sunglasses brands use them to organize the frame, microfiber drawstring pouch, cleaning cloth and warranty booklet inside one branded unit. Retail and prescription optical counters typically choose a 7 × 3.25 × 2.5 inch two-piece rigid box or tray-and-sleeve drawer box that houses a hard clamshell case, whereas direct-to-consumer and beachwear brands often pack pouch-wrapped frames in a slim 6.5 × 2.5 × 2 inch straight-tuck carton. At CubitPack, custom sunglasses boxes start at 1,000 units for folding cartons and 50 units for rigid boxes, with 10 to 14 business day turnaround, 4 to 5 day rush, free design help, no die fees and free delivery across all 50 states.
Sunglasses boxes facts
- Minimum
- 1,000 cartons · 50 rigid · 250 mailers
- Turnaround
- 10–14 business days
- Rush
- 4–5 days, quoted
- Materials
- White card, rigid board, kraft, corrugated, recycled
- Printing
- CMYK, Pantone, inside tray printing, white ink on kraft
- Finishes
- Soft-touch, matte, gloss, foil stamping, emboss, deboss, spot UV
- Add-ons
- Ribbon pulls, EVA foam cradles, cloth dividers, windows, magnets
- Shipping
- Free to all 50 states
- Proofs
- Free digital proof and 3D mockup before payment
Which sunglasses box style fits my eyewear line?
| Box style | Best eyewear format | How it opens | Storage | Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tray and sleeve drawer | Boutique acetate and metal frames in pouch or case | Inner tray slides out via ribbon tab | Folding or rigid | 1,000 card / 50 rigid |
| Two-piece lid and base | Outer retail box over a hard clamshell eyewear case | Telescoping lid lifts off base tray | Folding or rigid | 1,000 card / 50 rigid |
| Straight tuck end | Resort sunglasses, readers and pouch-only frames | Top and bottom tuck flaps | Ships flat | 1,000 boxes |
| Magnetic closure rigid | Sport shield kits, spare lenses and home try-on sets | Hinged book-style lid snaps shut | Rigid wall | 50 boxes |
| Collapsible rigid | Triangular folding cases and luxury gift eyewear | Ships flat, adhesive corners set up | Folds flat | 50 boxes |
| Window or hang tab | Point-of-sale kids' sunglasses, clip-ons and readers | Tuck flap with clear front window | Ships flat | 1,000 boxes |
Not sure which style fits?
Request a Quote →What size sunglasses box do I need?
Every sunglasses box is cut to your inside length × width × height in inches with no die charges. Measure your folded frame inside its pouch, or measure the outside of your hard clamshell case, then add ¼ inch of clearance on all three axes. Whether you are comparing sunglasses boxes with logo, printed eyewear packaging boxes, custom glasses boxes, sunglasses drawer boxes or optical retail packaging, we size the template to your exact container.
| Inside size (in) | Typically fits | Popular style |
|---|---|---|
| 6 × 2.25 × 1.5 in | Kids' sunglasses, optical clip-ons or flat-fold reading glasses in a pouch | Straight tuck end or window box |
| 6.5 × 2.5 × 2 in | Standard acetate wayfarer or metal aviator in a microfiber drawstring pouch | Tray and sleeve or straight tuck |
| 7 × 3.25 × 2.5 in | Hard clamshell or collapsible triangular eyewear case plus cleaning cloth booklet | Two-piece rigid or drawer box |
| 7.5 × 3.5 × 3 in | High-wrap Base-8 sport, cycling or oversized shield sunglasses with deep arch | Two-piece rigid or corrugated mailer |
| 7 × 5.5 × 2.25 in | Two-pair sunglasses bundle or sport frame with interchangeable spare lenses | Magnetic rigid box with foam insert |
| 8.5 × 7 × 2.5 in | Four-pair optical home try-on kit with divided frame compartments | Corrugated mailer or magnetic rigid |
Suggested inside size: 6 × 2.25 × 1.5 in
A starting point. Your account manager confirms the size with you before the proof.
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Have your inside dimensions ready? Request pricing across up to 3 quantities.
Request a Quote →How do I choose sunglasses boxes?
- Measure pouch vs hard caseSize a 6.5 × 2.5 × 2 in box for frames in a pouch, or 7 × 3.25 × 2.5 in to fit over a hard clamshell case.
- Check front wrap and bridge archCurved Base-8 sport shields stand taller when folded than flat Base-4 acetate frames.
- Pick drawer, two-piece or tuckDrawer and two-piece boxes suit optical boutiques; straight-tuck cartons suit high-volume resort retail.
- Organize cloths and bookletsAdd a false bottom tray or recessed card slot for your microfiber cloth, warranty card and screwdriver.
- Protect lenses from abrasionPair a microfiber pouch or EVA foam cradle with smooth laminated interior walls.
- Upload your artwork or AI conceptSend vector files, use free design help, or bring an AI concept for a free dieline and 3D mockup.
What are sunglasses boxes made of?
Which finishes can sunglasses boxes have?
Which add-ons can I get?
Sunglasses boxes specifications
| Spec | Options |
|---|---|
| Constructions | Tray and sleeve drawer, two-piece lid and base, straight tuck end, magnetic rigid, collapsible rigid |
| Materials | Card / paperboard, rigid board, kraft, corrugated, recycled |
| Board thickness | Card (paperboard), recycled/kraft board, corrugated or rigid board matched to product weight |
| Printing | CMYK, Pantone match guaranteed, inside tray printing, white ink on kraft |
| Lamination & finishes | Soft-touch, matte, gloss, foil stamping, emboss, deboss, spot UV |
| Inserts & windows | Card dividers, EVA foam, EPE foam, window patching, ribbon pulls |
| Size range | Any inside L × W × H to order |
| Minimums | 1,000 folding cartons · 50 rigid boxes · 250 mailers; 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 sunglasses boxes? Compare up to 3 quantities with a free 3D mockup.
Request a Quote →What do eyewear brands pack in custom sunglasses boxes?
A slim pair of titanium aviators in a microfiber pouch, a chunky acetate cat-eye inside a hard clamshell case, and a curved cycling shield with three interchangeable lenses all require different internal clearances and wall stiffness. Tell us how your eyewear is sold and we match the box.
Sunglasses boxes design ideas
Example designs with made-up brands. Your packaging is made to your design.
What are the most common custom sunglasses box mistakes?
Most eyewear packaging issues come from sizing the box to the bare frame instead of the case or ignoring lens curve height. Check these five. When specifying branded sunglasses boxes, wholesale sunglasses boxes, bulk custom sunglasses boxes, personalized sunglasses boxes and custom size sunglasses boxes, avoid these common production mistakes
- Measuring the bare sunglasses instead of the hard clamshell case they ship inside, leaving the outer box too narrow.
- Using a flat 2-inch shallow box for curved Base-8 sport or cycling shields, which presses the lid against the bridge and lenses.
- Packing bare frames directly against unlaminated paperboard without a microfiber pouch, causing dust rubs on lens coatings.
- Making a sliding drawer sleeve too tight after adding thick soft-touch lamination, so the inner tray binds when pulled.
- Mailing a thin folding paperboard eyewear carton in an unpadded poly mailer where parcel sorting crushes the temples.
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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 sunglasses boxes: which is better?
| Stock (plain) | Custom from CubitPack | |
|---|---|---|
| Frame & case fit | Loose generic cartons where frames rattle and temples bend | Sized to your exact folded frame, pouch or hard case |
| Accessory organization | Cleaning cloth and warranty card stuffed loosely on top | False bottoms, recessed card slots and EVA foam lens cradles |
| Branding & finish | Plain white or brown tuck box needing a sticker | Pantone solids, soft-touch film, foil logos and inside print |
| Minimum order | Small plain packs in one or two generic sizes | 1,000 folding cartons, 50 rigid boxes, or 250 mailers |
| Prepress support | Self-serve with no structural check | Free custom dieline, design help, proof and 3D mockup |
Get custom sunglasses boxes sized to your product, with a free 3D mockup before you pay.
Request a Quote →Are sunglasses boxes safe and sustainable?
Scratch-safe interior linings and pouches
Smooth laminated inner trays, die-cut EVA foam and microfiber pouches keep coated and polarized polycarbonate or glass lenses free of micro-scratches.Crush-resistant walls for optical hinges
Rigid chipboard drawer boxes and corrugated e-commerce outer mailers protect delicate barrel hinges and nose pads from parcel compression.FSC paper and ISO 9001 production
FSC paperboards, recycled stocks and ISO 9001 partner facility production are available on request for global optical retailers.How do I order custom sunglasses 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 sunglasses boxes cost?
The price depends on four things, and every custom quote is free.
Box structure
Folding cartons cost less at volume; rigid drawer or magnetic boxes add chipboardPouch vs case size
A 6.5 × 2.5 × 2 in pouch carton uses less board than a 7.5 in shield boxOrder quantity
Unit price drops from 1,000 to 5,000+ cartons; compare three quantities per quoteInserts & finishes
EVA foam cradles, ribbon pulls, soft-touch film and foil add finishing stepsTo keep per-box cost low across multiple frame shapes and tints, print one core brand box and apply an end label with the frame name, lens category, barcode and temple size (such as 52-20-145). You get 10% off your first order, we beat written US competitor quotes for identical specs, and quotes arrive in 5-7 minutes. Buyers ordering straight tuck end sunglasses boxes or tray and sleeve sunglasses boxes can compare up to three quantities in one quote.
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 checkSunglasses boxes questions
What is the standard size for a custom sunglasses box?
For sunglasses packed inside a microfiber pouch, 6.5 × 2.5 × 2 inches inside is the most common size. If your box goes over a hard clamshell or foldable triangular eyewear case, 7 × 3.25 × 2.5 inches is standard.
Should I choose a drawer box, a two-piece box or a tuck-end carton for eyewear?
Tray-and-sleeve drawer boxes with a ribbon pull and two-piece rigid boxes are popular for optical boutiques and designer sunglasses because customers reuse them. Straight-tuck paperboard cartons ship flat and suit high-volume resort retail.
What is the minimum order quantity for custom sunglasses boxes?
Paperboard folding sunglasses cartons (straight-tuck, window and folding tray-and-sleeve styles) start at 1,000 boxes. Rigid two-piece, rigid drawer and magnetic optical boxes start at 50 boxes, and corrugated mailers start at 250 boxes.
Can you add an insert for a cleaning cloth, booklet and spare lenses?
Yes. We engineer false bottom trays that hide your microfiber cloth and booklet underneath the eyewear case, plus die-cut EVA foam or card inserts that hold sport frames and spare lenses in separate slots.
Can you make a partitioned box for a 3-pair or 4-pair home try-on program?
Yes. Optical brands often use an 8.5 × 7 × 2.5 inch corrugated mailer or magnetic rigid box with a 3-cavity or 4-cavity card divider, with try-on instructions and return QR codes printed inside the lid.
Can I ship a sunglasses box directly in the mail without an outer carton?
Thin paperboard cartons and rigid gift boxes should travel inside a corrugated mailer or padded mailer so corners stay clean and hinges cannot crush. Corrugated roll-end eyewear mailers can ship directly in the mail.
How long does production take for custom printed sunglasses boxes?
Standard production takes 10 to 14 business days after proof approval and payment. If you are preparing for a summer resort launch, trade show or influencer drop, 4 to 5 business day rush production is quoted per order.
Can you match our exact frame acetate or brand Pantone color?
Yes. Share your Pantone (PMS) color codes when requesting your quote. CubitPack guarantees Pantone color matching on eyewear boxes: if a printed Pantone shade is clearly off from the approved spec, we reprint at no cost.
Are there extra fees for custom eyewear box dimensions or foam insert dies?
CubitPack never charges die or plate fees, even for custom drawer sizes, thumb notches, window cutouts or multi-pair try-on dividers. Free design help, a 2D proof, a 3D mockup and free US shipping are included.
Can I test the fit of my sunglasses case inside a sample before ordering?
Every order includes a free 2D dieline proof and 3D mockup before payment. To test the board and finish in person first, order our $50 sample kit or a custom printed sample, both credited to your order.
Still have a question? Ask a packaging specialist.
Request a Quote →Sunglasses boxes terms, explained
- Tray and sleeve
- A sliding inner drawer tray paired with an open-ended outer sleeve, often with a ribbon tab
- Base curve
- The front curvature of a sunglasses lens (such as Base-4 flat vs Base-8 sport wrap)
- False bottom
- A raised paperboard platform inside the tray that stores cloths and booklets underneath
- EVA foam cradle
- Dense closed-cell foam die-cut to hold eyewear frames and spare lenses without scratching
- Collapsible rigid box
- A luxury chipboard box that ships flat and folds into a rigid optical case box
- Soft-touch lamination
- A velvet-matte film that resists fingerprints and matches matte acetate eyewear frames
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Get your sunglasses 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 policy on this page (minimums, turnaround, materials, finishes and guarantees) comes from our published product specifications and was checked by a packaging specialist. Eyewear and case dimensions 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.
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What changed
- October 22, 2026: First published.
- October 22, 2026: Updated specifications, terminology, and verified source links.