Luxury rigid box manufacturer · Made in Chicago
Nobody tears open a box like this.
Custom rigid boxes, magnetic closure boxes, drawer boxes and presentation kits, built to be unboxed slowly. Engineered and manufactured in Chicago, from 500 units, in 4–6 weeks.
Choose an opening style, then share the product dimensions, quantity, printed wrap, finishes and inserts for your written quote. Compare structure-specific pages for lift-off lids, magnetic closures and sliding trays.
Custom rigid boxesMagnetic closure boxesChicago packaging
Selected work
Case studies coming soon.
We only show real jobs from our Chicago floor, with real quantities, timelines and finishes. They'll go up here as clients approve them.
Case study 1
Client, structure, quantity, timeline, finishes and outcome.
Case study 2
Real photos from the floor, with the real quantity and timeline.
Case study 3
A short word from the client.
Capabilities
Six structures. One standard.
Rigid boxes
Wrapped chipboard set-up boxes for premium retail and gifting.
PR & influencer kits
Launch and seeding kits with fitted inserts, built to be unboxed on camera.
Also: PR & influencer kits · folding cartons & shippers · our Chicago floor
Made here
Made in Chicago vs made overseas.
Custom packaging made in Chicago, with physical samples before production. Contact us to discuss your specifications and confirm any appointment details before travelling.
| Chicago | Overseas | |
|---|---|---|
| Lead time | 4–6 weeks | Often 3–4+ months, including ocean freight (typical) |
| Samples | Fast physical samples before production | Weeks, by air freight |
| Tariffs | No import tariffs on finished goods | Subject to current tariffs |
| Press checks | Visit the floor in person | Photos and video calls |
Process
From brief to delivery.
Brief & quote
Send specs; written quotes usually follow within one business day.
Structural sample
A physical sample built in Chicago.
Production proof
Approve materials, color and finish.
Production & delivery
Manufactured, packed and shipped.
In their words
People we've worked with.
Block QuoteMichael and his team designed custom packaging of intricate boxes that were live-streamed by 13k+ people for the 'unboxing episodes.' They are experts in their craft and produce premium work: extremely reliable, communicative, innovative and truly passionate. They met tight deadlines and handled last-minute changes with grace.
Ashley A.
Block QuoteHis exceptional understanding of the role of packaging in product marketing led to stand-out fabric finishing and innovative packaging design, despite unexpected spec changes and challenging deadlines. I could not imagine a better result working with anyone else.
Phyllis S. N.
Block QuoteFantastic to work with. Honest, dependable, fair, and they make exceptional quality products. Responsive and willing to go the extra mile for any project.
Anna P.
Block QuoteUnder almost un-makable timelines, I never once thought I'd be left hanging. I always felt valued, even when the budgets weren't huge, and I knew I had a partner as dedicated to making everything perfect (and on time) as I was.
Rob W.
Get a quote
Tell us what you're making.
Fast written quotes, usually within one business day. Minimum 500 units per design.
Prefer email or phone? info@sexypackaging.com · 312-772-2418
FAQ
Straight answers.
What's your minimum order?
Our minimum is 500 units per design. Custom rigid boxes carry tooling and setup costs, and 500 is where the per-unit price starts to make sense.
How long does production take?
4–6 weeks from proof approval to delivery. Ask us about rush timelines.
Do you make samples?
Yes. We build fast physical samples on our Chicago floor before production.
Does making it in Chicago cost more?
Per-unit pricing can be higher than overseas, but you avoid ocean freight, import tariffs on finished goods, and overseas lead times that often run 3–4+ months including ocean freight.
Can you help with structural design?
Yes. Our team engineers the structure, inserts and finishes from your brief.
How much does a custom box project cost?
Quoted per project. Size, wrap paper, foil and inserts drive the price. A written quote follows a short brief: tell us the size, quantity, finishes and inserts, and we send exact pricing.