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Apparel & Fashion. Packaging.
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Premium packaging for fashion brands
Compliance Information
All fashion packaging available in FSC-certified and recycled materials. Soy-based and water-based inks used across all printing. Compostable bio-polymer mailers available as plastic-free alternatives. Packaging meets EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation requirements. Digital Product Passport integration available for EU market compliance.
Why Packaging Matters for Apparel & Fashion
Fashion packaging is where brand identity meets the customer for the first time. A magnetic closure box wrapped in soft-touch matte paper communicates luxury before the garment is even visible. A branded shopping bag with ribbon handles becomes a walking advertisement on city streets. A custom hang tag on heavy cotton cardstock signals quality at the point of purchase. Cubit builds custom packaging across every fashion segment. For luxury brands, we produce rigid setup boxes with satin ribbon, foil stamping, and blind embossing. For streetwear and DTC, we create bold graphic mailer boxes with custom interior prints and branded poly mailers. For retail, we manufacture shopping bags in paper, kraft, and reusable woven formats with custom handle styles. And for every brand, we produce the finishing touches: branded tissue paper, custom sticker seals, premium hang tags, and garment bags. Our materials range from wrapped rigid chipboard with specialty paper finishes to FSC-certified kraft, compostable bio-polymer mailers, and recycled paperboard. Finishing options include hot foil stamping, blind embossing, spot UV, soft-touch lamination, and custom satin or grosgrain ribbon. Every package is designed to create social-media-worthy unboxing moments that drive brand loyalty.
Packaging Solutions for Apparel & Fashion
Explore our specialized packaging options organized by product type.
Best for: Magnetic closure rigid garment boxes, Satin ribbon and tissue-wrapped interiors
Luxury Apparel
Best for: Bold graphic corrugated mailer boxes, Branded poly mailers with all-over print
Streetwear and Casual
Best for: Sliding drawer boxes with velvet inserts, Folding cartons with die-cut windows
Fashion Accessories
Best for: Custom rigid shoe boxes with magnetic closure, Corrugated shoe boxes with graphic print
Footwear
Best for: Paper bags with twisted rope handles, Matte laminated bags with ribbon handles
Retail Shopping Bags
Best for: Custom printed corrugated mailers, Branded poly mailers with tear strip
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Apparel & Fashion
Custom Mailer Boxes
The #1 e-commerce shipping box. Custom-printed corrugated mailers with roll-end tuck top or tab lock closure. Printable inside and out. Starting at $0.65/unit for 1,000+.
Apparel & Fashion
Black Mailer Boxes
Matte or gloss black exterior for a luxury unboxing moment. Custom print on white interior available.
Apparel & Fashion
Printed Mailer Boxes
Full-wrap printed mailers with your artwork covering every surface. CMYK or Pantone options.
Apparel & Fashion
Tab Lock Mailer Boxes
Tab-and-slot closure that snaps shut without tape. Clean opening experience for e-commerce brands.
Apparel & Fashion
Large Mailer Boxes
Oversized mailers for blankets, apparel bundles, and large products. 24x18x6 and bigger.
Apparel & Fashion
Luxury Paper Bags
Thick art paper bags with rope or ribbon handles. The shopping bag your customers keep and reuse.
Apparel & Fashion
Flat Handle Paper Bags
Sleek paper bags with flat ribbon handles. The look of luxury for fashion and upscale retail.
Apparel & Fashion
Custom Poly Mailers
Printed poly mailers that weigh almost nothing. Ideal for clothing, soft goods, and non-fragile items.
Top Packaging for Apparel & Fashion
Industry-specific packaging solutions designed for growing brands.
Apparel & Fashion Packaging Requirements
Industry-specific regulations and how Cubit helps you stay compliant.
Recommended Materials for Apparel & Fashion
Rigid Board and Specialty Paper
- 2mm grey chipboard wrapped in specialty paper
- Soft-touch matte lamination for velvety feel
- Linen and canvas texture wrapping papers
- Metallic and pearlescent specialty papers
Kraft and Recycled Paper
- Unbleached kraft for natural earth-tone packaging
- Recycled grey board for eco hang tags
- Kraft corrugated for sustainable mailer boxes
- Recycled tissue paper with soy-ink printing
Fabric and Ribbon
- Satin ribbon in custom colors with woven branding
- Grosgrain ribbon for structured handle and bow
- Cotton twill tape for casual and eco brands
- Wax cord and hemp string for hang tag attachment
Premium Finishing Options
- Hot foil stamping in gold, silver, rose gold, and custom colors
- Blind embossing and debossing for tactile logos
- Spot UV gloss coating for shine-on-matte contrast
- Soft-touch velvet lamination for fingerprint-free surfaces
Brand Positioning Guide
Choose packaging that aligns with your brand's market position.
Luxury
Designer labels, haute couture, and premium fashion brands positioned at $200+ price points. Packaging uses rigid setup boxes with magnetic closures, satin interiors, hot foil stamping, and cotton garment bags. Every element signals exclusivity and craftsmanship.
- Matte black or ivory rigid boxes with magnetic closure
- Gold or silver hot foil stamped logo on every surface
- Satin ribbon pulls and tissue-wrapped interiors
- Cotton garment bags with printed branding
Contemporary
Mid-range fashion brands selling through retail and e-commerce. Packaging balances premium appearance with cost efficiency. Clean design with one or two finishing touches creates brand elevation without luxury-level investment.
- Folding cartons or two-piece boxes with embossed logo
- Custom shopping bags with twisted rope handles
- Branded tissue paper and sticker seal kits
- Kraft or white mailer boxes with single-color print
Streetwear and DTC
Direct-to-consumer brands, streetwear labels, and online-first fashion. Packaging is bold, graphic, and designed for social media sharing. Cost-effective formats that still create memorable unboxing experiences.
- Bold full-color printed corrugated mailer boxes
- Custom poly mailers with all-over brand graphics
- Holographic sticker seals and insert cards
- Kraft or recycled materials for eco-credibility
Compliance & Certifications
FSC Certification
Forest Stewardship Council certification for sustainably sourced paperboard and paper products. Required by many fashion retailers and eco-conscious brands for shelf placement.
OEKO-TEX Standard
Certification for textile-based packaging components like garment bags, ribbon, and fabric pouches, verifying they are free from harmful substances.
ISO 9001
Quality management system certification ensuring consistent production quality, color accuracy, and structural integrity across all packaging formats and order sizes.
Compostable Certification
EN 13432 and ASTM D6400 certification for bio-polymer mailers confirming they fully decompose in commercial or home composting conditions within 180 days.
Recyclable Packaging
All standard paper and board packaging is curbside recyclable. Mono-material designs enable single-stream recycling without component separation.
EU PPWR Compliance
Packaging designed to meet European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation requirements including recyclability mandates and minimum recycled content targets.
Apparel & Fashion Packaging Trends
Quiet Luxury
Understated elegance with muted ivory, taupe, and champagne palettes. Blind embossing replaces printed logos, soft-touch lamination creates velvety tactile quality, and heavy cotton hang tags with minimal serif typography. Premium packaging that whispers quality through material and finish rather than graphic noise.
Bold Maximalism
Vibrant color blocking, oversized typography, and graphic energy for streetwear and youth-oriented brands. Hot pink, electric blue, and neon green packaging with custom interior prints creates high-impact unboxing moments designed for social media sharing and brand virality.
Eco-Conscious Luxury
Unbleached kraft with soy-ink botanicals, seed paper hang tags, cotton twill ribbons, and recycled paper tissue. Natural fiber textures and earth-toned palettes that communicate sustainability and craft authenticity while maintaining a premium unboxing experience.
Heritage and Retro
Vintage-inspired packaging with classical serif typography, ornamental gold borders, engraved crest illustrations, and rich tones like burgundy and navy. Hat box shapes, wax seals, and aged paper textures create an authentic old-world luxury feel for heritage fashion brands.
Connect with Your Customers
Add digital experiences to your packaging with QR codes and NFC technology.
QR Code Styling Experience
QR codes on hang tags and boxes link customers to digital styling suggestions, outfit pairings, care instructions, and brand story videos. Transforms every purchase into an interactive content experience that drives social sharing.
NFC Authentication
Embedded NFC chips in luxury packaging enable tap-to-verify product authenticity. Protects designer clothing and accessories against counterfeiting while providing digital certificates of authenticity and ownership history.
Digital Product Passport
NFC and QR-enabled hang tags linking to EU Digital Product Passport data: materials sourcing, supply chain origin, carbon footprint, care instructions, and end-of-life recycling guidance. Required for EU fashion market compliance by 2027.
AR Unboxing Experience
Augmented reality triggers on packaging activate digital overlays showing virtual fashion shows, behind-the-scenes design content, and styling tutorials. Creates shareable social media moments that amplify brand reach.
Eco-Friendly Options
Recycled Paper Packaging
Shopping bags and garment boxes made from 100% post-consumer recycled paperboard. Natural speckled fiber texture adds eco-authentic character while reducing virgin material consumption.
Compostable Mailers
Bio-polymer mailers made from corn starch replacing traditional plastic poly mailers. Fully home-compostable within 180 days while providing the same water resistance and tamper-evident closure.
Soy and Water-Based Inks
Plant-based inks delivering vibrant full-color printing without petroleum chemicals. Easier to de-ink during recycling, improving the recyclability of printed shopping bags and boxes.
Reusable Packaging
Premium boxes and bags designed to be kept and repurposed. Magnetic closure boxes become storage, woven tote bags replace single-use carriers, and hat boxes become keepsakes that extend brand presence.
FSC-Certified Paper
Paperboard from FSC-certified responsibly managed forests. Meets sustainability procurement requirements for major fashion retailers while maintaining premium print and structural quality.
Plastic-Free Packaging
Complete garment packaging with zero plastic: paper garment bags, cotton ribbon, paper tape, and molded fiber inserts. Everything is paper, cotton, or natural fiber for single-stream recyclability.
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