T-shirts and hoodies
Mailer boxes
Base the box size on folded product dimensions.
custom apparel packaging boxes
Custom Apparel Packaging Boxes
Mailer boxes, sleeves and gift boxes for clothing, socks, hats, accessories and apparel launch kits.
Folded product sizeBuyer requirement
Unboxing layoutBuyer requirement
Return shippingBuyer requirement
Seasonal artworkBuyer requirement
Packaging priorities
What buyers need this packaging to do.
Folded product size
Plan this before the structure is approved.
Unboxing layout
Match protection and presentation to the product.
Return shipping
Keep artwork and finish decisions consistent.
Seasonal artwork
Build the opening experience around the sales channel.
Packaging formats
Match the format to the product, price point and channel.
Mailer boxes, sleeves and gift boxes for clothing, socks, hats, accessories and apparel launch kits.
Socks and underwear
Sleeves
Use mailer boxes when the box also needs to ship direct to customers.
Caps and accessories
Gift boxes
Keep seasonal artwork on sleeves if the main box can stay the same.
Apparel gift sets
Shipping cartons
Base the box size on folded product dimensions.
Product fit
Protection starts with the product, not the outside artwork.
Measure the real product and check how it needs to sit, open and travel before the outside design is finalized.
Request a sample before bulk
Folded product sizeT-shirts and hoodies
Unboxing layoutSocks and underwear
Return shippingCaps and accessories
Seasonal artworkApparel gift sets
Brand details
Use print and finish where they add visible value.
Inside printPrint or finish option
CMYK printingPrint or finish option
Matte laminationPrint or finish option
Foil logoPrint or finish optionCost and presentation
Build the right packaging level for the product.
Compare cost, protection and presentation together instead of choosing the most decorative structure first.
Mailer boxes
Base the box size on folded product dimensions.
- Application
- T-shirts and hoodies
- Priority
- Folded product size
Sleeves
Use mailer boxes when the box also needs to ship direct to customers.
- Application
- Socks and underwear
- Priority
- Unboxing layout
Gift boxes
Keep seasonal artwork on sleeves if the main box can stay the same.
- Application
- Caps and accessories
- Priority
- Return shipping
Accurate quote
Send product details before asking for a structure.
- Confirm the product details for t-shirts and hoodies.
- Confirm the product details for socks and underwear.
- Confirm the product details for caps and accessories.
- Confirm the product details for apparel gift sets.
- Include quantity, destination, sales channel and target price.
- Share artwork, color references and insert requirements.
From sample to launch
01StructureConfirm product fit.
02Artwork & colorReview print details.
03Sample fittingCheck the real product.
04Production & QCApprove before handoff.
Buyer guides
Plan the packaging before artwork approval.
Apparel packaging from China
Read guide
Apparel packaging checklist
Read guide
Custom clothing mailer boxes
Read guideCommon questions
Questions to settle before sampling.
What packaging is common for apparel brands?
Mailer boxes are common for direct-to-consumer apparel, while sleeves and gift boxes are useful for retail bundles and premium sets.
Can apparel packaging support returns?
Yes. A stronger mailer structure can be planned if the box may be reused for returns.
Request a quote
Send the basic packaging details. Get a practical answer back.
Share the box or bag style, size, quantity and destination. Artwork is helpful, but not required for the first estimate. If your project has recycled paper, FSC paper, plastic-free packaging or supplier code requirements, send them before sampling.