3D packaging visual of a dairy range, cartons, tubs, bottle and sleeve packs shown together for scale and layout.

3D PACKAGING VISUALS FOR CONFIDENT SIGN OFF

Get 3D packaging visuals that show size, finishes, and layout clearly, before anything is printed, so your team signs off faster and with fewer surprises.

See The Pack Clearly In stunning 3D Before You Commit To Print

When you are juggling feedback from marketing, sales, and product, a realistic visual keeps everyone aligned. We build visuals around your actual products, then pair them with a plain sample for sizing, so what you approve is what gets made in the UK on FSC board.

3D render of a tall glass bottle in a premium presentation box with illustrated wrap, showing fit, proportions and front panel artwork.

Make Decisions Earlier, With Fewer Rounds

3D packaging visuals let you review the pack as a whole, size, opening, panels, and key messaging, before you spend time on print changes. They help stakeholders spot issues early, agree the hierarchy, check how the product sits inside, and approve a direction that matches what will be produced and handled.

  • See true proportions, not flat artwork proofs

  • Review opening and sequence, not just a net

  • Check logo scale and spacing at real size

  • Spot panel conflicts before artwork is locked

  • Share one clear view with non-technical teams

  • Reduce back and forth when feedback is mixed

Why Work With Fantastic Mr. Box for 3D Packaging Visuals?

You get visuals that reflect how the packaging will be made, not generic templates. We start from the product sizes you are working with, build the structure, and keep the artwork legible at real scale. If needed, we back it up with a plain sample, so what you approve digitally matches what you hold. When you are ready, we can take the same build into UK production on FSC board.

  • Stage 1: Gather sizes, references, and key messages

  • Stage 2: Build the structure and layout at real scale

  • Stage 3: Create the 3D visual, angles that matter

  • Stage 4: Confirm with a plain sample, if required

  • Stage 5: Finalise files, ready for UK production

Send a 3D Packaging Visual enquiry
Or call the FMB studio on +44 (0)1773 483444

3D Visuals FAQs

  • A few basics are enough to begin, product dimensions, any existing box size, rough copy, and your logo in a usable format. If you have reference packs you like, those help us set the right style and level of finish.

  • We build to the dimensions you supply, then sanity check the layout against typical clearances and panel space. The goal is a reliable view for decisions, which is why we often pair the visual with a plain sample for final sizing.

  • Yes, we can indicate common finishes so you can judge contrast and placement, for example foil areas, raised details, or soft touch feel. It helps you choose what is worth paying for, and what is better left as ink.

  • They are a guide, not a colour proof. Screens vary, and print is set using Pantone or CMYK, or a dyed wrap paper. We can aim for a close match and flag risks early, then colour is confirmed during the print stage.

  • Often, yes. The same views can support early listings, internal training, and simple ads while photography is being planned. We keep angles and lighting consistent, so the pack reads clearly even on small screens.

  • If the pack has tight tolerances, multiple items, or a new insert layout, a plain sample is worth it. It confirms real fit and opening feel. For simpler builds, the visual alone may be enough to move forward.

  • Enough to answer the questions that cause delays, front, back, side, and key opening moments. If you need variants for different SKUs or copy changes, we can keep the base build consistent and update what matters.

3D visual of a black rigid gift box with lid open and a cut-out insert for sample bottles, showing opening and internal layout.

Create Assets You Can Use Beyond Approval

Once the structure is set, the same visuals can do more than internal sign off. Use packaging renders to support a pitch deck, sell in meeting, or investor update, where a flat dieline would lose attention. They also help plan photography, create photo realistic pack shots for early mock listings, and line up ecommerce images with consistent angles, so your launch team can prepare earlier.

  • Pitch decks that show the pack at a glance

  • Ecommerce images before the product is made

  • Sell in visuals for retailers and distributors

  • Consistent angles across a full range

  • Clear briefs for content and photography

Close-up of a chilled dairy carton with screw cap and condensation droplets, showing surface texture and date panel detail.

Plan Smarter, With Less Waste And Rework

A good visual can save real time and material. When you can see the pack clearly, you are less likely to order extra printed prototypes just to test a small change. We combine 3D box mockups with a plain sample for real sizing, then move into UK-made production using FSC materials and recyclable board where it fits the job. It is a practical way to keep decisions tidy, especially on short runs.

  • Make finish choices early, without printing trials

  • Check fit and protection before committing to build

  • Keep changes small, by seeing the full pack first

  • Support recyclable choices, like card inserts

  • Avoid surprises when the artwork meets the structure

Hannah – Brand Manager: “I came back to Fantastic Mr. Box after they supported our last range refresh. This time I needed 3D packaging visuals that our wider team could understand quickly. They turned a rough layout into clear views of the pack, flagged where the copy would struggle at real size, and suggested a simple fix. It meant we stopped debating opinions and made decisions based on what the customer would actually see. Thanks again, I will use them on the next project too.”

Our Packaging Options

  • Premium rigid base and lid gift box, soft-touch finish, Apple-style unboxing, by Fantastic Mr Box

    Rigid Box Base and Lid

    Premium base and lid traditional packaging design for that ‘Apple Packaging’ feel. for high-end and secure product presentation.

  • Influencer PR box with magnetic closure and custom insert, designed for reveal shot moments by Fantastic Mr Box

    Influencer Packaging

    Designed to create unforgettable unboxing experiences with eye-catching aesthetics, innovative presentation, to maximise brand impact and social media engagement.

  • Rigid kraft presentation box for whisky miniatures with plastic-free insert, retail ready by Fantastic Mr Box

    Spirits Miniatures Packaging

    A rigid and eco-friendly spirits packaging solution with a kraft finish, integrated handle, and cut-out windows for a natural yet premium presentation of spirits miniatures.

  • Heavy-duty postal mailer with tear-off strip and printed interior, bright pink accents by Fantastic Mr Box

    Postal Packaging

    Heavy-duty postal packaging with a tear-off strip for extra security, designed to keep damages to a minimum, for secure and hassle-free shipping.

  • Seasonal retail gift box with ribbon fitment and metallic foil, reusable display piece by Fantastic Mr Box

    Seasonal Packaging

    Designed for seasonal occasions with high quality print, materials, and finishes, ensuring a memorable and engaging unboxing experience for any time of the year.

  • CaddyPack festival carrier for spirits cans, water-resistant board, shoulder carry by Fantastic Mr Box

    CaddyPack

    A durable and portable packaging solution, featuring a sturdy integrated handle, and secure bottle fitment, making it ideal for retail, gifting, and festivals.

  • SKUBox modular retail display pack for spirits, quick-swap sleeves for variants by Fantastic Mr Box

    SKUBox

    Our smart SKUBox solution featuring a sleek window design that showcases your bottle, allowing the product to differentiate between SKUs.

  • PopBox - Rapid assembly with built-in insert retail packaging by Fantastic Mr Box

    PopBox

    PopBox’s innovative design simplifies assembly, allowing packers to quickly and efficiently package products whilst offering more shelf presence for smaller products.

  • The Dogs Box, premium ecommerce spirits pack with hinged reveal and shaped bottle cut-outs by Fantastic Mr Box Packaging Experts

    The Dogs Box

    Our leading ecommerce, postal packaging solution for spirits, featuring a sturdy structure, internal fitments, and an exceptional unboxing experience.

  • LotusBox by Fantastic Mr Box Packaging Experts UK Premium Sustainable Retail Cosmetics Packaging With Unique Opening Experience

    LotusBox

    When you’re looking for something a little different. Works great small for skincare and cosmetics products. Or go large for spirits, also great for PR, and events.

  • KitchenBox by Fantastic Mr Box Packaging Experts UK Premium Sustainable Retail Skincare Packaging

    KitchenBox

    A versatile packaging solution featuring a rigid yet collapsible design that can be supplied flat, adaptable presentation for a wide range of products.

  • JAWBOX by Fantastic Mr Box Packaging Experts UK Premium Spirits Retail Packaging

    JawBox

    If you really want something unique, then have a look at our JawBox! Velvet or satin lined fitment inside with magnetic snap shut closing.

  • SnugBox by Fantastic Mr Box Packaging Experts UK Premium Sustainable Spirits Ecommerce Packaging With Opening Experience

    SnugBox

    Our premium spirits ecommerce packaging solution that is super secure, protective and sturdy. This is supplied flat and features a tear off strip.

  • A black box containing five miniature bottles of whisky, each with a different colored label and sealed with a white cap, placed on a wooden surface with barrels in the background.

    Gift-O-Box

    A cost-effective packaging solution designed for both presentation and e-commerce, with secure fitment, and a simple unboxing experience for any miniature spirits.

Marcus – Marketing Lead: “After moving into a new role, I brought Steve and Adam in because we had worked together at my previous agency. We had a tight internal deadline and too many opinions. They asked for the product sizes and a couple of reference packs, then produced a realistic mockup that made the structure and branding feel obvious. Our stakeholders aligned in one round, and we avoided a late size change. Appreciate the support, it helped a lot.”