Custom packaging for clothing and apparel
Clothing is forgiving on protection but unforgiving on brand feel. The mailer is the first physical touch a DTC customer gets, so the print quality and the inside-lid message do real work. We litho-laminate when the artwork is full-colour and flexo-print when it is simpler line art to keep cost down.
Best packaging options for clothing and apparel
| Construction | Why it fits |
|---|---|
| Printed mailer box | Self-locking, strong unboxing, ideal for DTC apparel |
| Folding carton | Retail shelf items, shirts, socks, accessories |
| Rigid box | Premium and gifting lines where margin allows |
Materials, MOQ and lead time
| Material | E or B-flute corrugated for mailers, 300 to 350gsm card for cartons |
| Finishes | Flexo or litho-laminated print, matte finish, foil or spot UV on the logo |
| Typical MOQ | 500 to 1,000 units |
| Lead time | 12 to 20 days after sign-off |
Cost ranges above are from our real factory pricing. The exact quote depends on size, finishes and quantity.
Design and price it free
Mock up packaging for clothing and apparel in 3D and get an instant ballpark price in our free Studio, then we confirm the exact quote.
Open Studio with this preset →Key takeaways
- A printed inside lid costs little and lifts the unboxing a lot
- Litho-lamination for photographic artwork, flexo for simple logos to save cost
- Right-size the mailer to the folded garment, oversize boxes raise freight
- Tissue paper and a sticker are a cheap, high-impact finishing touch
Frequently asked questions
What packaging is best for clothing?
Printed mailer boxes for direct-to-consumer apparel and folding cartons for retail items. Both can be branded inside and out.
How much does custom apparel packaging cost?
About $0.60 to $2 per printed mailer at 1,000 units, less for simple flexo print, more for full-colour litho lamination.
Do you make poly mailers too?
Yes, including recyclable and compostable options, though printed corrugated mailers give a stronger unboxing.