Retail packaging

Custom Retail Packaging Boxes & Bags

In a competitive retail environment, packaging is far more than a container — it's your first opportunity to make an impression. At Pixartprinting, we offer one of the most comprehensive ranges of custom retail packaging boxes and bags available online in the UK. Whether you're launching a new product, refreshing your brand or preparing for a seasonal campaign, our packaging solutions are designed to help you stand out on every shelf, in every setting.

From elegant gift boxes and practical snap lock packaging to flexible Doypack pouches and secure mailing boxes, our catalogue covers every retail need. The majority of our products are FSC® certified, meaning you can choose packaging that reflects your brand values as well as your aesthetic. And with free delivery on every order, always, Pixartprinting makes professional retail packaging accessible to businesses of every size.

Retail Packaging in the UK

The UK retail landscape is demanding. Consumers expect packaging that is visually compelling, practical and reflective of the quality of the product inside. Whether your products are sold in independent boutiques, major supermarkets, online marketplaces or your own e-commerce store, the right packaging for retail can be the difference between a browser and a buyer.

At Pixartprinting, we give you complete control over your retail packaging boxes. Customise both the inside and outside of your packaging — add your logo, brand colours, imagery and messaging, and even surprise your customers with a beautifully printed interior for an unboxing experience they won't forget. Enhance key details with gold or silver foil blocking for a premium finish that elevates your product above the competition.

Classic Retail Packaging Boxes for Every Product

Our core range of retail packaging boxes covers the most popular formats used across UK retail, from food and cosmetics to gifts and accessories. Choose from:

• Promotional Boxes — versatile self-assembly boxes ideal for gifts, product launches and retail displays.
• Pillow Boxes — a distinctive, curved format perfect for jewellery, small gifts and promotional items.
• Cardboard Gift Bags — a sturdy and stylish alternative to traditional paper bags, ideal for retail and gifting.
• Boxes with Thumb Tab — easy-open packaging with a practical thumb tab, suited to cosmetics, accessories and food products.
• Snap Lock Boxes — reliable, quick-assembly rectangular boxes for a wide range of retail applications.
• Pull Out Boxes — a sliding drawer format that adds a premium, interactive quality to your packaging.
• Heavy-duty Boxes — robust packaging built to protect heavier or more fragile products in transit and on the shelf.
• Flip Lid Promotional Boxes — a hinged lid format that creates a satisfying opening experience, perfect for gifts and premium products.
• Deluxe Boxes — high-end retail packaging boxes designed to convey luxury and quality at every touchpoint.
• Boxes with Lid — a classic two-piece format available in a range of sizes, ideal for gifts, clothing and accessories.
• Crash Lock Boxes — fast-assembly boxes with a secure auto-lock base, widely used in food, retail and e-commerce.
• Bespoke Boxes — fully custom retail packaging boxes built to your exact dimensions and specifications.
• Folding Lid Boxes — a practical and attractive format with a foldable lid, suitable for a wide range of products.
• Magnetic Boxes — a sophisticated snap-shut format that delivers a premium unboxing experience, ideal for luxury retail.
• Photo Presentation Boxes — elegant, rigid boxes designed specifically for photographers and studios to present prints and albums.
• Gift Boxes with Handle — a portable and eye-catching format that doubles as a gift bag, perfect for retail and hospitality.
• Boxes with Flower Closure — a distinctive petal-fold design that adds a unique and memorable touch to gifting and luxury packaging.

Special-Shaped Custom Retail Packaging Boxes

Sometimes, standard shapes aren't enough. If you want your packaging for retail to make a truly distinctive statement, our range of special-shaped custom retail packaging boxes offers formats that go beyond the conventional:

• Square Pillow Boxes — a square variation on the classic pillow format, adding a modern geometric twist to your packaging.
• Hanging Boxes — packaging with a built-in hanging tab, ideal for point-of-sale display on hooks and retail stands.
• Windowed Boxes — custom retail packaging boxes with a clear window panel that lets the product speak for itself, without removing the packaging.
• Tray Boxes — open-top tray packaging well suited to food products, cosmetics and multi-item retail bundles.

Retail Packaging Built for the Shop Floor

For products that need to work hard on the shop floor, our display and dispenser formats are purpose-built for retail environments. Display Boxes allow your products to be showcased directly within the packaging itself, making them ideal for counter displays and point-of-sale units. Dispenser Boxes offer a practical, self-serve format that keeps products organised and accessible, reducing the need for staff intervention and improving the customer experience. Both options are fully customisable with your branding, colours and messaging.

Mailing Boxes: Retail Packaging That Protects in Transit

For retailers selling online or dispatching products directly to customers, our range of mailing and postal boxes provides the perfect combination of protection and brand presentation. Choose from:

• Mailers — compact, self-sealing cardboard mailers ideal for lightweight products and e-commerce dispatches.
• Premium Postal Boxes — a two-piece lid and base format that delivers a premium unboxing experience even through the post.
• Postal Boxes — robust, fully customisable boxes designed for secure delivery of a wide range of products.
• Book Mailing Boxes — specially designed packaging for books, magazines, prints and other flat or bound items.

Flexible Packaging for Retail Shelves

Flexible pouch packaging has become one of the most popular formats in UK retail, particularly for food, beverages, cosmetics and pet products. At Pixartprinting, we offer a comprehensive range of pouch formats to suit every product type:

• Doypack Pouches — freestanding, resealable stand-up pouches that are ideal for foods, herbs and spices, pet food, cosmetics and bodycare products. Their distinctive shape ensures excellent shelf visibility.
• Recyclable Doypack Pouches — the same great stand-up format, produced in a recyclable material for brands committed to more responsible packaging choices.
• Flat Pouches — a versatile, space-efficient format suitable for a wide range of dry and lightweight products.
• Recyclable Flat Pouches — flat pouches produced in a recyclable material, ideal for brands looking to reduce their packaging footprint without compromising on quality.

All of our pouch formats are available in a range of sizes and with full custom printing, so your products will always stand out on the shelves of supermarkets, pharmacies, health stores and beyond.

How to Order Your Custom Retail Packaging with Pixartprinting

Ordering your custom retail packaging boxes and bags from Pixartprinting is simple. Select your product and configuration options on this page, then download the Template and Instructions to set up your artwork file correctly. Once your design is ready, place your order, upload your print-ready file and your packaging will be delivered directly to your home or office — free of charge, always. Prefer to design online? Use our free online editor to create your packaging artwork directly in your browser, with no additional software required.

Retail Packaging Tips from the Pixartprinting Blog

Looking for inspiration or guidance on your retail packaging project? Our blog is a valuable resource for businesses at every stage of the packaging design process. Discover the meaning and functions of packaging and explore real-world examples, learn the principles of effective packaging design and find out how illustration, colour and recognisability can transform your packaging into a powerful brand asset.

Complete Your Retail Packaging with Labels and Stickers

The right packaging deserves the perfect finishing touch. Explore our full range of custom packaging solutions, or complement your retail packaging boxes with professionally printed custom labels , roll labels and custom stickers to create a cohesive, polished brand presentation from box to shelf.