CUSTOM BRANDED MATCHES

At OH, WHAT A MATCH!, we specialize in custom matchbook production and branded matchboxes for hospitality, design, fashion, and lifestyle brands looking to stand out. Whether you’re a restaurant, hotel, brand, creative studio, or event planner, we help you design unforgettable, high-quality custom promotional matches in every shape and style imaginable.

Production Details & Minimum Order Quantities

We start from a minimum order quantity (MOQ) of 500 to 1,000 pieces depending on your selected matchbook or matchbox style. Bulk pricing is available at 2,500, 5,000, and 10,000+ units.

Final cost is based on:

  • Matchbook or matchbox style

  • Quantity ordered

  • Amount of printed colors

  • Printing method (CMYK or Pantone spot color)

  • Shipping destination

  • Custom design details (the sky’s the limit!)

Production lead times:

  • U.S. orders: approx. 6–8 weeks

  • EU orders: approx. 3–5 weeks

  • Global orders: approx. 4–6 weeks

U.S. Economy Match Production

Only for U.S.-based customers, we offer a U.S. short-run production option starting at just 200 to 1,000 digitally printed CMYK matchbooks, or regular production runs starting at 2,500 units. These matches allow for limited customization and are produced at a lower cost—ideal for quick-turn projects such as PR events, weddings, etc.

Lead time: approx. 4 weeks.

RUSH production lead time: 10-15 working days + UPS next day air shipping

Why Produce Custom Branded Matches?

Custom promotional matches are more than a knick-knack—they’re a powerful marketing tool. Here’s why brands love working with us:

1. Memorable & Unique

Stand out from pens and flyers. Branded matchbooks create a nostalgic, emotional connection and boost brand recall.

2. Functional & Practical

Matches are useful—people actually keep them. Every time someone lights one, they’re reminded of you.

3. Compact & Portable

Small, stylish, and easy to carry. Perfect for events, hospitality settings, and giveaways.

4. Creative Branding Space

Use all surfaces: front, back, spine, and inside. Add logos, QR codes, promotions, or even short poems.

5. Retro-Chic Appeal

Matchbooks have a vintage charm that feels both timeless and trendy—perfect for lifestyle and luxury brands.

6. Cost-Effective

Our bulk pricing and design flexibility make custom match production an affordable option for campaigns of all sizes.

7. Organic Word-of-Mouth

Unique designs spark conversations. A good matchbook gets shown off and passed around.

8. Sustainable Options Available

We can produce matches using eco-conscious materials, aligning with your brand’s sustainability goals.

9. Tailored to Your Industry

Our clients include:

  • Restaurants & bars

  • Boutique hotels & resorts

  • Event planners & PR agencies

  • Artisanal brands & makers

  • Luxury & lifestyle goods

10. Visibility Through Our Social Media Community

When you produce custom advertising matches with us, we give your design a dedicated shout-out and repost across our social media platforms, exposing your brand to an engaged audience of over 10,000 followers. It’s an added layer of visibility and love for your brand within our design-forward, hospitality-focused community.

Ready to strike a match with us? 🔥

Get in touch with us today to request our latest custom matchbook catalogue and receive a personalized quote. Whether you’re looking for short-run matchbooks or large-scale custom match production, OH, WHAT A MATCH! is here to light the way.