Matte Labels

What are custom matte labels?

Custom matte labels are non-reflective, smooth-finish labels designed to give products a modern, sophisticated look. Unlike glossy labels, they have a soft, satin-like texture that provides a premium, natural feel—perfect for branding and packaging.

Are matte labels waterproof?

Matte labels are not waterproof, but they are covered in a lamination that is oil and water-resistant, making them ideal for indoor use on product packaging.

Are your matte labels made from vinyl?

No, we do not use vinyl for our labels. Instead, our custom BOPP labels offer the same durability and smooth finish without the drawbacks of vinyl.

What makes matte labels a great choice for product packaging?

Matte labels are ideal for brands looking for an elegant, modern, and natural feel. They work well for:

• Luxury products (perfumes, cosmetics, gourmet foods)
• Minimalist packaging with clean, simple design

Can I order matte labels on a roll?

Absolutely! Our custom printed matte labels are available on rolls for easy application.

What’s the difference between matte and glossy labels?

• Matte labels: Soft, smooth, and non-reflective. Ideal for an elegant, modern look.
• Glossy labels: Shiny, reflective, and vibrant. Best for designs that need to pop.

Can matte labels be used for outdoor applications?

No, matte labels are not designed for outdoor use. They are best suited for indoor product packaging where durability and a refined appearance matter.

Can I customize the size and shape of my matte labels?

Yes! Our custom matte labels can be die-cut to any shape and size to match your branding and product needs.

How do I order custom matte labels?

Ordering custom Matte Labels from StickerGiant is simple:

• Customize: Select your desired lamination, shape, roll finishing,  size and quantity
• Upload: Submit your design (AI, EPS, PDF, PNG, PSD, SVG, TIF, TIFF, JPEG, JPG) or upload later.
• Add Instructions: Leave notes in the "Special Instructions" section if needed.
• Check Promotions: View current deals and sign up for our mailing list for 20% off your first order!
• Place Your Order: Complete your checkout, and we’ll start your stickers. For easy tracking, you can create an account during checkout.
• Review & Approve: Check your digital proof and approve when ready.

Make sure your files are set up for success! 

For the best possible product, we recommend the following for your art files:

• 300 dpi resolution or higher for printing
• Ensure your file’s color space is set to CMYK (otherwise colors may appear off)
• Upload any of these file formats: AI, PSD, JPEG, PNG, SVG, TIFF, PDF, or EPS
• Vector or high-resolution raster art files are preferred for best results
• There are some size limitations with our labels – our smallest size is 0.5”x 0.5” and our largest size is 11”x 14”.
• We require a ⅛” safety margin surrounding your entire label, so keep that in mind when setting up your design.
• If you are looking to wrap your labels all the way around something (like a small tube or curved jar, etc) we recommend making the size about ¼” larger so that you can overlap the label.
• There may be specific requirements in your industry for labels! Please make sure you check those to ensure your labels are set up accordingly and include all necessary information.

Cutting Corners (Literally—We never cut corners figuratively):

• Laser cutting also means rounded corners, which has the added benefit of preventing peeling once your labels are applied. Depending on your designs, we are able to cut tighter corners in many cases.
• To cut tight corners for your Matte Labels, let us know in the Additional Comments box in your cart.
• Our design team will let you know if we can cut tight corners with your designs.
• Our typical corner radius is 1/8" (0.125"). Our tight corner radius will be 1/25" (0.04").

Need art help?

For detailed instructions on setting up artwork for stickers and labels, please refer to our "How to Set Up Artwork" article. 

We offer graphic art support! Our design team is here to help ensure your files are set up for perfect printing. We can even make easy corrections if needed – the simpler the art, the more we can help.

Having an identity crisis? Put a label on it! You can use Matte Labels for SO MANY things:

• Great for food and beverage packaging, like bottles, jars, cans, bags, boxes…
• Matte Labels have a premium look for limited edition or high-end products—the sleek finish gives off fancy vibes
• Blank flavor labels (because you can write on them!)
• Custom return address labels
• Unique gift tag labels
• Gussy up generic retail bags

Our Matte Labels are safe to be used as food labels for items already packaged, and work great for beverages of all types (cold beer here!) These water-resistant labels will hold up strong in cold, wet environments—even freezers, so you’ll never wonder the flavor of that delicious homemade ice cream.

Matte Labels are water and oil-resistant and are dishwasher and microwave-safe. 

Need one label for all the flavors? Matte Labels are great for this! These labels have a writable surface so you can add unique information or product details about flavor, quantity, or color. Permanent markers work best—just remember to leave some blank space in your design.

For best results:

• Apply labels to clean, flat surfaces.
• Our labels are even dishwasher and microwave-safe (so nobody will mistake their food storage containers for yours and eat your lunch…)
• For indoor use only
• Surface is writable! Use a permanent marker to add additional details
• Go ahead and stick it!

Just Don’t:

• Matte Labels are not outdoor durable. But our sticker options are!
• Labels cannot be perforated. If you need your rolls to have perforations between the labels, you will need to order our sticker product.
• You are not able to print on these labels (like running them through an inkjet printer)
• Don’t do anything your mom wouldn’t appreciate, but that’s just generally good advice.

Product labels often have specific size requirements, and incorrectly sized labels may actually send out the wrong message for your brand.

Here are a few size comparisons to things we see all the time.

A quarter is about an inch in diameter, and this size works great for supporting branding labels, or small easy to hand out stickers. 

An Oreo cookie is about 2 inches in diameter for a size that allows for an easy to see logo or visible designs, in a size that will still be easily seen if applied to the back of a phone or laptop.

Standard business cards are usually 2x3 inches, and ovals and rectangles in this size are popular options for custom stickers. This size is easy to share with your fans at events to get your logo out in the world.