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by Nicole Hines October 29, 2024 3 min read

With the festive season approaching, it’s the perfect time to make your gift packaging stand out, and what better way to do it than by adding a personal touch? At Foldabox, we’ve developed a revolutionary way to customise your gift boxes without the need for fully custom-made packaging - our FAB Sides® Decorative Side Panels. These easy-to-use panels allow you to create stunning, personalised packaging with minimal effort and cost, while adding a wow factor that’s sure to impress.

What are FAB Sides®?

FAB Sides® are additional rigid side panels designed exclusively for our A5 Deep, A4 Deep, and XL Deep Gift Boxes. These innovative panels sit flush inside the naturally recessed sides of our gift boxes, instantly transforming their look. The result is a distinctive, sophisticated, two-tone box that will enhance the perceived value of your gift or product.

The best part? You can change the side panels whenever you want, allowing you to update your packaging for different seasons, occasions, or branding needs. With no need to buy new boxes each time,FAB Sides® offer a cost-effective and eco-friendly way to keep your packaging fresh and exciting.

Explore our festive side panel designs

This Christmas, we’re offering a stunning range of decorative side panels to help you personalise your packaging. Whether you're looking for something classic or a modern twist, we’ve got the perfect panel for your gift boxes:

  • Xmas Mistletoe: A timeless mistletoe design that adds a traditional touch to your festive packaging.
  • Xmas Tree Modern: Featuring a beautiful modern Christmas tree design printed onto silver foil paper, this panel adds a sleek, contemporary feel to your boxes.
  • Metallic Silver, Gold, and Rose Copper: These metallic panels bring a luxurious and elegant shine to your gift boxes, perfect for premium products or holiday gifts.
  • Hunter Green: A deep, rich green that pairs beautifully with natural or metallic accents, making it a versatile option for all types of festive gifts.
  • Silver, Gold, and Red Snowflakes: With a stunning laser-cut snowflake design, these panels create a delicate and festive look that will make any gift box sparkle.
  • Navy Xmas Pine Cones: Featuring a beautiful pine cone design printed onto gold foil paper, this panel brings a touch of nature-inspired elegance to your packaging.
  • Forest Green Xmas Pine Cones: A rich forest green panel with a gold-foil printed pine cone design, perfect for adding a rustic yet luxurious feel to your Christmas packaging.

The benefits of personalised side panels

Our FAB Sides® are more than just decorative, they provide a flexible, convenient, and affordable way to elevate your brand. With so many colours and designs to choose from, you can mix and match side panels to create a truly unique and personalised look. Whether you prefer a classic Christmas aesthetic with mistletoe and snowflakes, or a more modern metallic finish, the possibilities are endless.

These panels are ideal for retailers, small businesses, or anyone looking to impress with their holiday gift packaging. By switching out the side panels, you can easily update your packaging for different products or seasons, giving your boxes a fresh, new look without having to invest in custom packaging each time.

To further customise your gift boxes, don’t forget to pair yourFAB Sides® with matching or contrasting Ribbons, Decorative Closures, Wax Seals and Luxury Tissue Paper. These finishing touches will help you create a cohesive, professional, and eye-catching package that reflects your brand’s style and attention to detail.

Why FAB Sides® are perfect for Christmas packaging

Christmas is a time for giving, and beautifully wrapped gifts add to the joy of the season. Our decorativeFAB Sides® allow you to present your gifts in a way that’s both luxurious and personalised, ensuring they leave a lasting impression on your customers. Plus, with the ability to mix and match side panels, you can create bespoke packaging for each customer.

Explore our wide range of festive side panels today and discover how easy it is to customise your gift boxes. WithFAB Sides®, you can deliver a memorable unboxing experience that your customers and their gift recipients will love.

Ready to make your packaging as special as the gifts inside? Start personalising your boxes today with our decorative Christmas side panels and elevate your holiday gifting!

Nicole Hines
Nicole Hines


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