2025 Advent Calendars for brands – Ready to Order

Once again this year Controversa presents two Advent calendars designed for brands and companies that want to promote their products through a narrative, visual, and impactful experience. Two distinct formats, one shared vision: turning the wait for Christmas into an immersive story.

CAROUSEL – Prisma Advent Calendar
Carousel is a scenic calendar inspired by vintage carousels that bring town squares to life. It’s a treasure box made entirely of paper—an illustrated hexagonal prism-shaped box with 12 compartments. Easy to fill, Carousel is ideal for brands looking to guide their customers through product discovery in a captivating way.

CAROUSEL – TECHNICAL DETAILS

•  Product type: Prisma Advent Calendar
• Number of compartments: 12 slots
• Calendar material: Micro-corrugated board and 200 gsm Matt Plus paper
• Printing: Offset
• Packaging box: Available on request
• Calendar dimensions: Side 13.2 cm, max diameter 26.5 cm, height 26.8 cm
• Minimum order: 30 units
• Each unit includes: 1 printed hexagonal box, 2 internal dividers

CHRISTMAS VILLAGE – Miniature Advent Calendar

Christmas Village is an illustrated story that unfolds day by day: a magical landscape of snowy rooftops, fir trees, and hidden details that gradually come to life—like a dream taking shape. Christmas Village is a miniature world enclosed in a box: 12 house- and tree-shaped boxes create a charming scene where every product has its own space and moment. The Christmas Village is illustrated by Lucia de Marco, an Italian illustrator based in Milan. De Marco studied illustration at Mimaster and currently works as a freelance illustrator for publishers and brands.

CHRISTMAS VILLAGE – TECHNICAL DETAILS

• Product type: Miniature Advent Calendar
• Number of boxes: 12 – numbered boxes
• Calendar material: 270 gsm Zenith paper
• Printing: Offset
• Packaging box: Controversa – dimensions 41 × 30.5 × 7 cm
• Minimum order: 30 units
• Each unit includes: 12 boxes, 1 base tray, 1 Controversa packaging box

FAQ – Questions You Might Have (and Our Answers!)

What kind of products can I put inside the boxes or compartments?
Both Advent Calendars can hold a variety of products. Here are a few ideas:

• Beauty & Wellness: skincare, perfumes, makeup
• Food & Beverage: sweet or savory treats, chocolates, cookies, jars, teas, miniature bottles and sample sizes
• Fashion & Lifestyle: jewelry, fabrics or gadgets, artisanal or tailored accessories, scarves, socks, gloves, bow ties
• Design & Craft: items in ceramic, paper, wood, or metal

Until when can I place an order for the calendars?
You can order Carousel and Christmas Village calendars until November, while supplies last.

Do you have a price list?
Absolutely—we offer a price list for both ready-to-ship and customized calendars.
You can find it here, and if you have any questions or concerns, feel free to write or call us.

Where can I find the prices?
Prices are listed in the price list. (So yes, see the previous question!)

I'd like a custom calendar. Can I create one?
Of course! On our website, you’ll find a dedicated page for customizable Advent calendars. Click here to get started!