Lid & Base Gift Box
The classic two-piece rigid box — a separate lid lifts off a sturdy base. Timeless, versatile and the most cost-effective rigid structure for gift sets, apparel and presentation.
At-a-glance specs
- Structure
- Separate lid + base (two-piece rigid)
- Board grade
- 800 / 1000 / 1200 g
- Thickness
- 1.2 – 2.0 mm wrapped
- CMYK + foil wrap-print
- Finishes
- Soft-touch / foil / ribbon / magnet
- MOQ
- 300 units (sample: 1)
- Lead time
- 10 – 15 business days + shipping
The timeless lift-off gift box
Clean lift-off
A separate lid lifts straight off — simple, classic, satisfying.
Versatile
Apparel, gifts, presentation — almost anything fits.
Cost-effective rigid
The most efficient rigid structure to produce.
Wrapped print
CMYK + foil on lid and base.
What is a lid and base gift box?
- Two-piece — a base and a lid that lift apart cleanly.
- Versatile — apparel, gifts, presentation, almost anything.
- Wrapped print — CMYK + foil on both pieces.
- Efficient — the most cost-effective rigid structure.
Specifications
| Structure | Separate lid + base (two-piece rigid) |
|---|---|
| Board grade | 800 / 1000 / 1200 g rigid board |
| Material | Wrapped paper · raw board · velvet |
| Printing | Wrap-printed CMYK + foil · deboss |
| Finishes | Soft-touch · foil · emboss · ribbon · magnetic closure |
| MOQ | 300 units — price breaks at 1k / 3k+ |
| Turnaround | 10–15 business days after approval · rush available |
| Free with quote | Custom dieline + physical sample or 3D mockup |
Rigid board weight
Rigid board is measured in grams per square metre (g) — higher weight means more heft and a more luxurious hand-feel.
Frequently asked questions
Lid-off vs drawer? +
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Our Ordering Process
Four simple steps from first inquiry to boxes at your door.
Send inquiry
Tell us size, qty, material & artwork. Get a firm quote + free dieline in 24h.
Proof & sample
We send a digital proof or physical sample for your sign-off before production.
Production
Printed and finished in 8–12 business days with rigorous quality checks.
Delivery
Flat-packed and shipped worldwide, with tracking and after-sales support.
What brands say about our lid & base gift boxes
Apparel, gifting and corporate brands use lid & base boxes for a timeless, versatile presentation.
“The rigid drawer box made our launch feel like a $200 product. Soft-touch wrap and foil logo — customers post it on social before they even open it.”
“We use these for corporate gift sets. The magnetic closure is satisfying and the wrap print is flawless. Free dieline saved our designer a week.”
“Premium unboxing without the premium headache. Sample matched production exactly and the lead time held even at 3,000 units.”
A separate lid that lifts off cleanly
Two pieces—a base and a lid that fits over it like a cap. No hinges, no sleeves, no drawers. The clean lift-off is timeless, universally understood, and works for everything from apparel and candles to corporate gifts and confectionery.
See options → Wrapped chipboard in any dimension from compact to oversize
Choose 800 g for a compact feel, 1000 g for everyday premium, or 1200 g for heavy luxury. The wrapped paper can be SBS white, kraft, black, metallic or textured, and we can produce custom sizes with no standard mold constraints.
Start customizing →Foil, ribbon pulls and fitted inserts finish the story
Add a foil-stamped logo, spot UV highlights, or ribbon pulls to make opening easier. Inside, foam, cardboard or molded trays hold the product still and present it cleanly. It is the most cost-effective rigid structure that still delivers a luxury impression—request a quote to compare specs.
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