How to Make Custom Cigar Labels for Events & Gifts

Cigar labels are a classy and creative way to add a personalized touch to weddings, birthdays, bachelor parties, corporate events, or gifts. Whether you're creating a custom label for a single celebratory cigar or branding an entire box, learning how to make cigar labels gives you endless customization opportunities.

In this step-by-step guide, you’ll discover how to design, print, and apply cigar bands that look polished and professional.

• Personalization: Add names, dates, or messages for special occasions

• Branding: Great for cigar brands, lounges, or promotional giveaways

• Theme Matching: Coordinate with wedding or party colors and themes

• Presentation: Elevates a simple cigar into a premium-looking gift

Explore custom cigar label options at iCustomLabel.

Before you jump into the design software, consider:

• Weddings: “Groom’s Cigar,” “Cheers to Love,” or couple’s name and date

• Birthdays: “Celebrating 50 Years,” or “Dad’s Special Smoke”

• Business: Company name, event, or tagline

• Classic: Black, gold, silver, or white

• Rustic: Browns, kraft paper look, vintage fonts

• Modern: Minimalist, bold typefaces, geometric shapes

• Standard cigar bands are approximately 1 inch tall x 3.25–3.5 inches wide

• Names, date, or message

• Decorative elements: borders, crests, icons

• Space for adhesive overlap

• Design software: Canva, Adobe Illustrator, or Photoshop

• Templates: Find editable cigar band templates or use iCustomLabel’s design services

• Use waterproof or glossy label paper

• Print on a laser or high-quality inkjet printer

• Cut bands using a craft knife or paper trimmer

• Offers higher print quality and custom materials

• Choose pre-cut bands or sticker sheets

• Get a professional look with foil finishes or embossed textures

Order professionally printed cigar labels for any event.

• Make sure the cigar wrapper is dry and clean

• Remove any existing bands if desired

• Center your label around the cigar

• Use double-sided tape or self-adhesive labels

• Overlap ends slightly for a clean finish

Tip: Avoid applying labels too tightly, especially on handmade cigars, as it may damage the wrapper.

• Groomsmen gifts: “Best Man,” “Groomsman,” “Father of the Bride”

• Milestone birthdays: “40 & Fabulous Smoke,” “50th Flame”

• Baby announcements: “It’s a Boy!” or “Welcome Baby Girl”

• Retirement parties: “Smoke on, Legend” or “Last Call”

• Corporate giveaways: Add your logo, website, or QR code

For ready-to-use or fully customized cigar bands:

• iCustomLabel – High-quality printing and fast turnaround

• Etsy – Handmade and printable cigar label designs

• Local print shops – Ideal for short runs or rush orders

• Cigar labels add a personalized or branded touch for any occasion

• Plan your design to match your theme or event

• Use design software or custom templates for clean visuals

• Print at home or order professionally from iCustomLabel

• Wrap and apply carefully for a polished final look