View and test your label design with a physical 1:1 mockup

When developing packaging and labels, it's important to see how materials, colors and effects work in real life – not just on a screen. At Exemplar, we produce realistic 1:1 label mockups, so you can evaluate the finished look directly on your packaging before printing the large print run.
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Why a label mockup?

View and label your label mockup

What makes Exemplar special is our focus on the tangible. We create 1:1 label mockups and physical samples that allow you to test your label design directly on your packaging.

When you stand with the sample in your hand, it becomes clear how the label fits on the bottle, can or glass, how the paper quality and varnishing feel – and how the overall visual expression looks in reality.

Materials & effects

Verify that paper texture, foil embossing, spot UV and transparency work exactly as intended.

Save time & money

Discover inappropriate color differences, readability issues or incorrect measurements – before the large print run is printed.

Common reference

Give brand owners, designers and printers a completely identical reference for the approval phase.

Safe decision

Make the right choices for your packaging styling based on a 100% tangible and visual basis.

SURFACE

Label finishes & effects

The label can be delivered with precise finishes and effects that simulate the final production.

Food

Elegant, muted surface with a sophisticated expression.

Blank

High gloss for a sharp and eye-catching premium look.

Spot varnish

Highlight details and create contrast with selective gloss varnish.

Full coverage

White underprint provides intense colors, sharp details and uniform coverage.

Metal effect

Without a white underprint, we let the metallic label foil shine through for a natural look.

COMPARISON

Digital vs. Physical — When do you use what?

PDF impressions work well in the early design stages. But when the design needs to be approved before production — or presented to decision makers — there’s no substitute for being able to see, feel, and test the packaging on the real material.
Digital 3D / PDF Exemplary Physical Mockup
Color accuracy Digital 3D / PDF Depends on screen calibration Exemplary Physical Mockup Calibrated printed color
Material & handle feel Digital 3D / PDF Not possible to test Exemplary Physical Mockup Realistic finish
Adhesiveness & Detail Testing Digital 3D / PDF Not possible Exemplary Physical Mockup Real-world testing
Light reflection & surface effects Digital 3D / PDF Simulated on screen Exemplary Physical Mockup Real finish (Matte/Gloss/UV)

PROCESS

4 easy steps to your mockup

1

Office Hours

Share your wishes and needs – almost anything is possible

2

Deliver files

Send print-ready files or let us help with design and proofing

3

Production

We typically produce within 1-5 days after order received.

4

Delivery

After production, we can deliver within 1-2 days in Denmark and 2-5 days within the EU.

TYPES

Wet glue or self-adhesive labels

Whether your product needs a classic wet-glue label or a modern self-adhesive label, we can create a photorealistic 1:1 mockup that shows the packaging exactly as it will look on the shelf. We visualize all label types with a focus on materials, finishes and details, so you can present your design professionally – long before production begins.

Wet glue labels

Wet glue labels are often used for glass bottles, canned goods and jar packaging.

Environmental friendliness

More sustainable; paper and glue can be recycled.

Economy

Cost-effective for large productions.

Aesthetics

Smooth, seamless surface.

Self-adhesive labels

Self-adhesive labels have a self-adhesive layer that makes them easy to apply.

Strong adhesion

Withstands transport and environmental impacts.

Variation in finishes

Matt, transparent, glossy or structured.

Freedom of form

All imaginable shapes and sizes.

VARIANTS

Labels for any packaging and any expression

A label is not just a piece of paper – it is the external face of your product. Choose the right label variant for your mockup to test the expression and adhesion in practice.

Roll labels

Ideal for quick application and professional production on bottles, cans and jars.

Installation

Test roll direction and adaptation to labeling machines.

Material

Large selection of paper, PP film and sustainable media.

Precision

Ensures uniform and precise placement on all packaging.

Transparent label

Gives an elegant effect where the graphics look as if they were printed directly on the packaging.

Transparency

Test the contrast between print and product content.

Cover white

White underprint option for maximum color intensity.

Aesthetic

Exclusive and pure expression for cosmetics and beverages.

Die-cut label

Customize the label cutout exactly to your design for a unique and eye-catching look.

Flexibility

Freedom to choose odd angles, curves and organic shapes.

Adaptability

Create a perfect fit for special bottles or boxes.

Visibility

Stand out significantly on the store shelf.

Label with foil & embossing

Add sensual effects like gold/silver foil or textured patterns for an exclusive touch.

Foil effect

Test reflection and metallic shine under different lighting conditions.

Tactile experience

Give the customer a physical experience of embossed details.

Premium look

Perfect for wine, spirits and luxury products.

MOCK-UP CATEGORIES

What are you looking for a mockup of?

Explore our different packaging categories and find the exact product type you need for your physical samples and presentations.

Label mockups

Realistic samples of labels so you can see the design and printing on the actual product before production.

Doypack mockups

Physical bags with welds and shape like the finished doypacks, suitable for presentation and testing.

Can mockups

Samples of beverage cans or preserves, typically in aluminum or steel, with printing and design as the final product.

POS mockups

Visualization of point-of-sale materials such as displays or packaging for sales environments, customized for branding and purpose.

Box mockups

Samples of cardboard packaging such as boxes, sleeves or folded boxes, with correct printing and material selection.

Shrink wrap mockups

Realistic samples where the foil fits tightly around the product, whether it's full-body sleeves or multi-packs.

Cardboard mockups

Tests on robust cardboard and packaging solutions with precise bends, cuts and print finishes.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Find quick answers to the most common questions about our physical label mockups, materials, and special effects.
We can provide label mockups on a wide range of media, including classic uncoated paper, high gloss, textured wines, clear-on-clear and metallic materials, allowing you to test the exact surface feel before final printing.
A computer screen cannot simulate how light refracts in a textured wine label, or how a transparent label blends in with the surface of the packaging itself. With a physical mockup, you can mount the label directly on your bottle, can or jar and assess proportions, readability and color play 1:1 in reality.
Yes, we can simulate advanced finishing processes directly on your mockup. This includes everything from glossy partial varnish (spot UV) and matte varnishing to metallic effects such as gold, silver and copper details, so you can see and feel the effects interacting with the graphics.
Yes, your label mockups are delivered kiss-cut in your desired shape – whether it’s a standard square, round or a completely unique, custom-designed shape. They come on a paper backing with adhesive, so they’re ready to peel off and test on your product.

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Let us help you create the perfect label mockup so you can evaluate materials, print quality, and special effects 1:1. Contact us for a no-obligation chat about your project.
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