Wedding Gift Boxes: Sizes, Colours and Quantities for the Bridal Party, Parents and Guests
Most weddings need three kinds of wedding gift box: a ribbon magnetic box for the bridal party, a medium or large box for parents and thank-you gifts, and small boxes for guest favors. Order at least 20 boxes per size and colour, about three months before the wedding.
Keep it to one or two wedding colours and add the couple's monogram in foil. That's what makes a mixed set of gifts look like it belongs together.
Which wedding gift box fits each gift?
| Who it's for | Typical gift | Box | Outside size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridesmaid proposal | Card, jewellery, candle | Small Ribbon Magnetic Folding Gift Box | 9.4 × 7.1 × 3.1 in |
| Bridesmaid day-of gift | Robe, tumbler, slippers | Medium Ribbon Magnetic Folding Gift Box | 10.2 × 9.1 × 3.7 in |
| Groomsmen | Flask, socks, cufflinks | Medium Magnetic Folding Gift Box in black or navy | 12.2 × 7.9 × 3.9 in |
| Groomsmen pen gift | A pen | Magnetic Pen Gift Box (100-box minimum) | 7.0 × 1.8 × 0.9 in |
| Parents and hosts | Wine accessories, a keepsake, a hamper | Large Ribbon Magnetic Folding Gift Box | 13.0 × 10.6 × 4.7 in |
| Guest favors | Chocolates, a mini candle, jewellery | Paper Drawer Jewellery Boxes or jewellery gift boxes | From 2.0 × 2.0 × 1.7 in |
All sizes are outside measurements. Lay the gift out and measure it before you choose. Leave room for filler.
If you're stuck between two sizes, the ribbon magnetic gift box size guide compares them side by side.
What colours work for wedding gift boxes?
| Colour | Where it works |
|---|---|
| White or ivory | Almost any wedding. Takes gold foil well. |
| Pink | Spring weddings and bridesmaid gifts. |
| Black | Evening weddings and groomsmen. |
| Green, navy, gold, rose gold and more | The Colourful Magnetic Folding Gift Box, which comes in 13 colours. |
Ribbon boxes come in white, black and pink. A common pairing is pink for the bridesmaids and black for the groomsmen.
Can you print a monogram or wedding date on the boxes?
Yes. Eligible boxes can carry the couple's initials, a monogram or the wedding date.
- Pick gold, silver, white or black foil, or full-colour UV printing.
- Upload your artwork. A vector file (AI, EPS, PDF or SVG) prints sharpest.
- Approve the digital proof. Production starts only after you approve it.
Every box in the order gets the same design. For individual names, use tags or cards. Printed boxes are personalised, so they can't be returned for a change of mind.
How many wedding gift boxes should you order?
The minimum is 20 boxes per size and colour. Here's a typical plan for a wedding with six bridesmaids, six groomsmen and 100 guests:
| Boxes | Used for |
|---|---|
| 20 small ribbon boxes in pink | Six proposals, six day-of gifts, plus spares |
| 20 medium boxes in black | Groomsmen and fathers |
| 100–120 favor boxes | Guests |
Leftovers don't go to waste. They're handy for thank-you gifts after the wedding, and they ship flat, so they store in a closet.
When should you order wedding gift boxes?
Boxes ship from China.
- Dispatch: plain boxes in 1–3 business days. Printed boxes in 2–5 business days after proof approval.
- Transit to the U.S.: 20–30 business days by Expedited Sea Freight, or 30–40 business days by Sea Freight.
- Duties: included at checkout.
Order the proposal boxes first. You'll usually need them months before the wedding itself.
Selling your own products? See our custom logo boxes for small businesses.
Wedding gift box FAQ
Do the boxes arrive assembled?
No. They ship flat and snap into shape with a magnetic lid in seconds, so you can set them up the week before.
Can I order a sample before the full order?
Yes. A packaging sample lets you check the size and colour in your hands first.
Can each box have a different name printed on it?
No. The same monogram or design goes on every box in the order. Add names with tags or cards.
Can you pack the gifts or ship to each guest?
No. We ship empty boxes to one address per order.
Next step
Most couples start with the Small Ribbon Magnetic Folding Gift Box for proposals and build out from there. Not sure about the colour? Order a sample before you commit to 20 per size and colour.
Related: bridesmaid proposal boxes. See all wedding gift boxes.
