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Create your own high-quality, professional lookbook with our exceptional custom offset printing services and take advantage of unbeatable prices, too!

Lookbooks can play a vital role in your success as a business, entrepreneur, or independent creative. Whether you’re an artist, a model, a designer, a craftsperson, or you work in the fashion, automotive, or real estate verticals, you’ll need a beautiful lookbook that stands out in a competitive commercial environment. A professional lookbook is more than a portfolio of images and samples; it’s an ambassador for your brand and your personality, and it needs to highlight what’s unique about your offer. It must be eye-catching, attention-grabbing, and eloquent.

At QinPrinting, we love elevating the profiles of creative artists, designers, and engineers—amateur or professional—with stunning custom lookbooks. 25 years of success in the industry, an expert team, state-of-the-art technological wizardry, and unrivalled customer service sustains our first-class reputation in the creative industries worldwide. Let us help you to make a lookbook that’s both beautiful and effective.

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MOQ: 100pcs
3.74"-12" 95-305 mm
3.74"-14.5" 95-370 mm
Binding
Inner Page Count
 Pages
32
800
Inner (Full colour printing)
1 gsm ≈ 0.68 lb Text Paper
Cover(Full colour printing)
1 gsm ≈ 0.68 lb Text Paper
Lamination
Surface (Multi-select available)
MOQ: 100pcs
3.74"-12.6" 95-320 mm
3.74"-16.5" 95-420 mm
Binding
Inner (Full colour printing)
Page Count
 Pages
24
800
Inner Paper
1 gsm ≈ 0.68 lb Text Paper
Paper Cover (Full colour printing)
157 gsm / 58 lb Cover
Lamination
Cloth Type
5519-black
5403-navy-blue
5409-brown
5522-oatmeal
5531-wine
5529-grey
5206-orange
5135-forest-green
Leather Type
Texture 1:
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* We have more leathers to choose from, let us know what you want

Surface (Multi-select available)
Grey Board Thickness
Spine styles
End sheet
End Sheet Paper
Offset / Uncoated Paper
1 gsm ≈ 0.68 lb Text Paper
Flap Width
inch
Dust Jacket Paper
1 gsm ≈ 0.68 lb Text Paper
Lamination
Surface (Multi-select available)
693-pale-gold
000-off-white
030-black
012-silver
252-hot-red
374-peacoat
847-turftan
589-hunter
275-wine
750-torrid-orange
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Custom Lookbook Printing Costs

At QinPrinting, we help creatives of all stripes to print lookbooks of unequalled quality. But we also understand that everyone must work within their budget. That’s why we strive to deliver superb quality lookbooks at the most attractive price point you’ll find anywhere. Whether you’re an independent creative who wants to print a world-class lookbook for self-promotion or an industry professional seeking to elevate your brand, we put our expertise at your disposal at a price you can afford.

But we don’t ask you to take that on turst. Look for yourself! You can get an immediate insight into the cost of printing your custom lookbook by checking our at-a-glance price charts. Unlike almost all offset printing services — which have a minimum print order of 500 or even 1,000 units—we offer a minimum order quantity (MOQ) of just 100 copies and still with a very appealing price tag. But as you see from the charts, the more lookbook copies you order in a run, the less you pay per unit.

Saddle Stitch Lookbook Printing Price Chart (8.5" x 11")

All prices listed in CAD

Quantity 100pcs 500pcs 1000pcs 2000pcs 5000pcs 10000pcs
Page count
Unit
Total
Unit
Total
Unit
Total
Unit
Total
Unit
Total
Unit
Total
24pp + 4pp
$3.62
$362
$1.01
$507
$0.65
$653
$0.48
$962
$0.40
$2,001
$0.36
$3,596
32pp + 4pp
$4.22
$422
$1.19
$597
$0.76
$763
$0.57
$1,149
$0.48
$2,422
$0.45
$4,458
40pp + 4pp
$5.02
$502
$1.43
$715
$0.93
$928
$0.69
$1,382
$0.58
$2,909
$0.53
$5,282
  • Please note that all prices are EXW our facility and do not include shipping costs.
  • Cover: 200 gsm / 74 lb coated cover paper with matte lamination
  • Interior: 128 gsm / 87 lb coated text paper, full color printing

Paperback Lookbook Printing Price Chart (8.5" x 11")

All prices listed in CAD

Quantity 100pcs 500pcs 1000pcs 2000pcs 5000pcs 10000pcs
Page count
Unit
Total
Unit
Total
Unit
Total
Unit
Total
Unit
Total
Unit
Total
64pp + 4pp
$7.43
$743
$2.12
$1,059
$1.36
$1,356
$1.04
$2,070
$0.88
$4,379
$0.82
$8,204
80pp + 4pp
$8.84
$884
$2.53
$1,265
$1.64
$1,637
$1.25
$2,502
$1.06
$5,322
$1.00
$9,958
128pp + 4pp
$13.06
$1,306
$3.80
$1,901
$2.48
$2,481
$1.92
$3,832
$1.61
$8,074
$1.52
$15,179
  • Please note that all prices are EXW our facility and do not include shipping costs.
  • Cover: 250 gsm / 92 lb coated cover paper with matte lamination
  • Interior: 128 gsm / 87 lb coated text paper, full color printing
  • Sewing and perfect binding

For a precise quote for your project, try our helpful online Printing Cost Calculator. Just fill in the form and click for an instant quote! If you have questions, get in touch and one of our enthusiastic in-house team members — not a robot or a call center operator! — will be happy to help.

Common Lookbook Sizes

The dimensions of your lookbook will depend on the photographs you include, the number of images, the text, layout, and orientation, among other factors. A landscape-oriented portfolio-style lookbook of full-color art photography will be larger, for example; while an artisan jeweler may opt for a smaller, more intimate format suggestive of the qualities of handmade crafts.

  • Common sizes for many of the lookbooks we print are 8.5″ by 11″, 5.5″ by 8.5″, 148 mm x 210 mm, 6″ by 9″ and 9″ by 6″.

Smaller sizes are practical if you need to mail out a lot of copies. Larger sizes make a stronger impression. You’re not limited to the suggestions above. At QinPrinting, we specialize in creating unique, custom lookbooks in any size or format you desire. Just remember that extensive customization will mean higher costs and possibly slower turnaround times, as we’ll need to do additional pre-press and setup work. But for many clients, the investment in making something that really stands out often proves be worthwhile. It’s always your decision.

Lookbook Paper Options

While almost all lookbooks include text, the images and photographs are the obvious focus of your design. So, we advise to print on gloss or matte art paper to get the best photographic reproduction. Gloss and matte have perfect surfaces for vibrant color or black-and-white printing that render photographs and artwork faithfully with excellent color, perfect contrast, and fine detail. Gloss paper is a must for lookbooks which include full-color spreads and less text, whereas lookbooks with more text may benefit from matte paper. Matte paper still allows eye-catching color or black-and-white reproduction but makes larger blocks of text easier to read.

You’ll need two paper specifications for your lookbook: one for the inside pages and one for the cover. If you’re going for a really luxury, high-class look with a hardcover binding, include end papers, which may be the same paper as the interior, or you can choose something different; a heavier, colored or textured paper, for example.

Paper Stock for Lookbooks

Sewn perfect binding—a style of paperback binding which can lay open with the pages flat without breaking the spine—is a popular choice for high-quality lookbooks. This binding style needs the spine to be at least 3 mm thick. Standard perfect binding, saddle-stitching and spiral binding are other options. Clients may also choose hardcover binding, especially for a super-professional, high-end look and feel. If the interior page count is less than 32 pages, we recommend a paper weight of 200 gsm / 135 lb gloss art paper for sewn perfect binding. If your interior page count is over 32, then you may also opt for 128 gsm / 86 lb or 157 gsm / 106 lb paper. It’s beautiful to see and touch, faithfully reproduces your original photography, and has good durability.

Cover Paper

Interior Paper

Hardcover Paper

Bindings for Lookbooks

While we’ll make your lookbook in any shape and size you like, the choice of binding matters, too, for reasons of appearance and durability alike. Let’s look at the most common, professional-looking options. You can open all the following bindings flat.

We use this binding style for standard paperback lookbooks. We collate the interior pages into a block, glued together, and then glued into a wrap-around cover made of heavier art paper or lightweight card stock. For lookbooks with a higher page count, this is a great option.

We use this binding style for a lot of lookbooks we print. We collate the interior pages into sets called signatures, which are then sewn together and fixed into a wrap-around cover made of heavier art paper or lightweight card stock. For lookbooks with a moderate page count that need to lay flat, this is a great option.

To saddle stitch your lookbook, we fold the printed interior sheets and stack them inside the cover sheet before stapling them together down the curved edge. Saddle stitch is only possible with a page count divisible by four, up to a maximum of 64 pages. But to make sure the lookbook is neat and lies flat, we recommend a limit of 48 pages or fewer for this style of binding.

This binding is another popular choice for lookbooks destined to “do the rounds” presenting examples of work to potential clients, for its practicality and flexibility. We punch or drill holes into the pages down one side and then bind them with a plastic coil which spirals through the holes. We crimp the coil at both ends so the pages don’t come loose. You can turn the pages of a spiral-bound lookbook through 360° and also lay the open lookbook completely flat. We can laminate the pages to make them extra-resistant to UV light.

In this binding, we organize the interior pages into signatures which are then printed, cut, and sewn, and glued into a hard casing covered by a printed sheet which forms the cover. This binding is the most durable and high-end, especially if you add a dust jacket, end papers, and a marker ribbon, for example.

Whichever binding style you choose, we like to make it easy for you to design your lookbook. So, you can use one of our ready-made design templates if you like. And please ask us for paper samples. We’ll be happy to send them to you in the mail. The samples are free, so you need only pay the mailing charges.

Lookbook Design and Artwork Tips

Whether you’re creating your lookbook design yourself or outsourcing to a professional, third-party graphic designer, you need to understand how to get all your files “print ready”. You’ll need at least a basic understanding of bleed zones, safety areas, trim lines, and borders, for example, and check that the image resolution and the color space are all correct. With that in mind, here are helpful tips to help you when you’re preparing your lookbook files for the printer.

PDF

Export your files as vectors in PDF format for the best results. Our recommended software options for lookbook design are Adobe Illustrator or Adobe InDesign. These will also allow you to convert your color space from RGB to CMYK which you will need to do for offset printing.

300dpi

If you can’t deliver vectors — say, if you’re exporting bitmaps from Photoshop — then make sure the resolution is at least 300 DPI. With vectors, you needn’t worry about resolution, but all other images must have a high definition to tolerate resizing without becoming fuzzy and “pixilated”.

3 mm bleed zone

You’ll need to add a “bleed zone” of 3 mm around all your pages. A bleed is an extended zone at the periphery of a photo, which falls outside the area that your finished page will cover. Once we’ve printed your pages, we’ll cut them to the exact size needed for your lookbook format. This “bit extra” gets cut off and makes sure that the finished image fills the page with none of it being lost. You should mark bleed zones as red lines.

trim line 10mm

Inside your bleed zone, don’t forget to mark the “trim lines”. These will define the final dimensions of the finished page. Make sure that any necessary elements of your images stop at least 10 mm short of the trim line.

along the center crease

If a photo crosses over two pages in a “spread” make sure that nothing essential—like the subject’s face or other important details—lie along the center crease.

spiral bound margin

For a spiral bound lookbook, leave an added margin of at least 15 mm on the edge that we’ll bind the lookbook to allow for the holes

If you engage a professional designer to create your files, they should know what’s needed to prepare “print ready” files. But if you’re working with design software yourself for the first time, these are the crucial tips to consider before you send us your files. The responsibility for sending “print ready” files is yours. But please don’t worry! We’re happy to “hold your hand” each step of the way, explain what’s required, liaise with your designer if you have one, and manually check everything ourselves to make sure it all goes smoothly and you end up with a perfect print edition of your lookbook.

To learn more about preparing your photographs, text, and layout for printing, please check out our Pre-press Artwork information page.

Let's Talk!

If you’re an independent creative professional or work for an agency or corporation and you want to print a lavish lookbook of unrivalled quality and at an unbeatable price, we should talk. Get in touch today to chat through your needs or to ask for a no-obligation quote. We can’t wait to help you make your lookbook the best!

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Size

Choose preset dimensions from the dropdown menu or click “Custom Size” to enter your own custom dimensions.

Please use the format, width x height; so, 5.5″ x 8.5″ would mean 5.5″ wide and 8.5″ high. The possible size range is 3.74″ to 11.69″ in width or height, allowing for portrait or landscape orientation.

size guide

Sewing and perfect binding

A premium variation of perfect binding that includes sewn pages for enhanced durability and the ability to lay flat without breaking the spine. Recommended for books with heavier interior paper or more than 200 pages.

Sewing and perfect binding

Page Count Range: 32–800 pages

If you need more pages, please contact us.

Perfect binding

A widely used binding method for softcover books, where pages are glued to a heavier cover. Ideal for books with more than 48 pages and fairly thin paper (80 gsm / 54 lb or 105 gsm / 71 lb text paper). It offers a sleek, professional look and is an economical choice for various genres.
perfect binding

Page Count Range: 32–800 pages

If you need more pages, please contact us.

Saddle stitch binding

A cost-effective binding method using staples or thread along the spine, suitable for booklets, magazines, and workbooks with 48 pages or fewer.

saddle stitch binding

Page Count Range: 4–64 pages

If you need more pages, please contact us.

Wire-O binding

A strong, double-loop wire binding that allows pages to lie flat and turn easily. Ideal for textbooks, instructional guides, and manuals that require frequent handling. Available in various coil colors to match your design.

wire-o binding

Page Count Range: 4–800 pages

If you need more pages, please contact us.

Spiral Binding

Uses a plastic or metal coil to bind pages, allowing them to rotate 360 degrees. A durable and flexible choice for cookbooks, workbooks, and reference materials. Available in multiple coil colors for customized look.

spiral binding

Page Count Range: 4–800 pages

If you need more pages, please contact us.

Inner Page Count

You can adjust the page count by typing directly, clicking the plus or minus buttons, or dragging the horizontal slider.

Note: Inner pages do not include the cover, endpapers, dust jacket—only the internal content pages.

One sheet of paper is equal to two pages.

page sheet
page sheet

Inner Paper

Please select your paper choice for your book. If you have a special request not listed here, get in touch. 

gloss art Paper effect
Gloss Art Paper
A shiny, reflective surface that makes colors vibrant and images pop, perfect for illustrations, cartoons, and photographs. It delivers high-quality color reproduction, ideal for interior pages with rich visuals.
matte art Paper effect

Matte Art Paper
Provides a smooth, non-glossy finish that reduces glare and makes text easier to read. It offers excellent image reproduction while preserving a professional, subdued look for both graphics and text.

Offset Paper

Offset (Uncoated) Paper
A natural, uncoated paper that provides a smooth, absorbent surface, making it ideal for writing. It offers excellent opacity and brightness, ensuring text is crisp and clear. This paper is commonly used for books that emphasize readability and is often chosen for trade paperback novels, coloring books, etc.

Matte Lamination

A smooth, non-glossy finish that gives a sophisticated, soft appearance while reducing glare.

matte lamination

Gloss Lamination

Gloss lamination adds a shiny, smooth look that elevates the vibrancy and color of  printed surface.

Note: Spot UV is not available with this option.

gloss lamination

Soft Touch Lamination

Soft touch lamination is a relatively new technique. The result is similar to matte lamination, but the surface has a delightful, almost velvet feel which speaks of quality and luxury.

soft-touch lamination

Varnish

A light protective coating that adds subtle sheen and protection. 

Note: Spot UV is not available with this option.

varnish

Spot UV

Spot UV applies a clear, glossy coating to specific areas—such as titles, logos, or images—to enhance contrast and visual appeal.

Not suitable for surfaces with gloss lamination or varnish.

Note: This option supports foil areas up to 7.87″ × 1.96″. For larger sizes, please contact us.

spot uv

Gold Foil Stamping

Gold foil stamping adds a luxurious metallic finish to text or design elements, making them stand out with a subtle shimmer.

Custom shapes and other foil colors are available upon request.

Note: This option supports foil areas up to 5.9″ × 1.18″. For larger sizes, please contact us.

gold foil stamping

Silver Foil Stamping

Silver foil stamping adds a sleek metallic finish to text or design elements, creating a polished, eye-catching effect.

Custom shapes and other foil colors are available upon request.

Note: This option supports foil areas up to 5.9″ × 1.18″. For larger sizes, please contact us.

silver foil stamping

Emboss

Embossing creates a raised effect on selected text or design elements, adding depth and a tactile dimension to your print.

Note: This option supports embossed areas up to 7.87″ × 1.96″. For larger sizes, please contact us.

emboss

Hardcover Wire-O Binding

Hardcover Wire-O Binding uses a durable wire coil to securely bind pages, allowing the book to lay flat when open.

Please note, this binding type is not compatible with cloth or leather covers.

Multiple wire colors are available to complement your design.

Hardcover wire-o binding

Deboss

Debossing presses text or design elements into the surface, creating a recessed effect for a subtle, sophisticated look.

Note: This option supports debossed areas up to 7.87″ × 1.96″. For larger sizes, please contact us.

deboss

Square Back

Square Back refers to a book spine with sharp, clean edges that create a flat, rectangular profile.

This style delivers a crisp, modern appearance and allows for clear, easy-to-read spine text.

hardcover Binding Square spine

Round Back

Round Back refers to a book spine with a rounded, curved shape designed specifically for very thick books, typically 320 pages or more.

This construction allows the book to open more fully and lie flatter, providing a comfortable reading experience for thick volumes.

hardcover Binding Round spine

Endsheet Paper

  • If your book size is 8.5″ x 11″ or less with an interior page count of fewer than 320 pages, then a good option for the end sheets is 140 gsm / 95 lb offset paper.
  • If your book size is larger than 8.5″ x 11″, then 180 gsm / 122 lb offset paper would be better.

Dust Jacket

The dust jacket is the most common and practical cover for hardcover books. It can be used by itself as a removable cover, or placed over a hardcover that already has a printed image wrap, combining both for added protection and style.

It provides a total of ten printable surfaces—five on the outside and five on the inside. The two folded-in sections on each side are called flaps.

Dust Jacket