PPC Announces Winners Of 2026 Paperboard Packaging Competition The Paperboard Packaging Council (PPC) has announced the top winners of its esteemed 83rd Annual Paperboard Packaging Competition. These folding cartons and rigid boxes represent the best paperboard packaging manu- factured by North American converters over the past year. Package of the Year: Dressed In White Rigid Carton; Submitted by TPC Packaging Dressed In White captures the romance of a bridal fra- grance through intricate detail, thoughtful structure, and a memorable unboxing experience. Built with FSC-certified Eska® chipboard, the rigid paperboard carton uses Sco- dix polymer applications to recreate the delicate texture of lace across the exterior, mirroring the netted detail sur-
rounding the fragrance bottle. Foil stamping and a magnetic closure add understated elegance, while an integrated gift card and preci- sion-engineered paperboard cradle the bottle securely without the need for plastic thermoforms. Behind the visual appeal is equal- ly sophisticated engineering. Devel- oping an all-paper bottle capture capable of passing rigorous drop
testing required multiple rounds of structural refinement while preserving the carton’s graceful aesthetic. The fin- ished system is fully recyclable, providing the protection required for the product without compromising the look and feel of a premium fragrance package. Each element, from the lace-inspired surface treatment to the interior
structure, serves both a functional and visual purpose. Dressed In White brings those details together in a package that feels considered, cohesive, and distinctly suited to the occasion. Folding Carton of the Year: The Differ- ence Bourbon; Submitted by Spectrum Packaging Corporation The Difference Bourbon brings the presence of a premium rigid box to a folding carton format through a striking combination of structure and finish. A vel- vety soft-touch black exterior gives way
to a reflective metallicized interior, creat- ing contrast and drama as the package opens. Precision die-cut windows frame a blind-embossed logo below the surface, while a magnetic closure and coordinated gold embellishments add polish without overwhelming the design. Together, these details create a distinctive setting for the bottle and elevate the overall opening ex- perience. Much of the ingenuity is concealed within the carton itself. Reinforcements made from production waste provide the strength and stability needed to protect the bottle while avoiding the added mate-
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