Standard Business Card Design
Standard Business Card Details
Paper Card Stocks And Finishing Options
All of our paper stocks are premium, so no matter what you order, we're sure you will be pleased with your high-quality product.
14 pt Gloss Cover
Glossy, thick card stock that has an additional layer of High Gloss UV Coating on the surface for a beautiful shine, great color reproduction, and extra protection from damage.
13 pt Linen Cover
This unique, FSC-certified paper stock has a woven texture that provides a distinguished and sophisticated feel. This uncoated stock contains a writable surface.
16 pt Matte Cover
Dull (not glossy), with a layer of Matte Finish applied for a smooth, silky surface. Offers additional premium options including raised print and raised foil.
18 pt Smooth White
Thin enough to fit in any wallet, thick enough to make a statement. Pair this premium matte paper with bold designs for guaranteed visibility. You can write on this stock.
Rounded Corners
Add rounded corners to your business cards to give them a softer and finished look. All rounded corners include a 0.25" corner radius.
Spot UV
Add sheen to your design with an exquisite gloss coating applied to specific design elements for a subtle and attractive appearance.
Raised UV Print
Create a striking contrast between elements with raised UV and the rest of the design. Graphic elements will pop off the page for a dramatic effect.
Raised Foil Print
Bring your cards to life with Raised Foil. Choose from gold, silver, or rose gold foil. Only available on 1 side of business cards.
Our Business Card Ordering Process
Select Card Size
Start by selecting the desired size from 1 of 4 popular sizes for your new business card.
Style or Custom
Determines the design level and number of revisions included. See Style versus Custom below
Sets of Cards
Pick the number of employees that you would like to have business cards setup for.
Printing
For Printing, select the paper stock and related options. Finally choose the quantity and number of sets you need.
Place Order
The final step is to add the design and number of sets to print to your cart. Note that some quantities may be changed in the cart.
Style Layout versus Full Custom
Style Layout Design
Choose a Style Layout for a uniform and striking design result.
Choosing from one of ten styles gets you started with the aesthetics that fits your brand while keeping your budget lower. We may make minor modifications to make sure that your new design is just right. Not sure which Style to select, choose "Select Later" and discuss with your designer.
Full Custom Design
Start from scratch without a style layout for a truly unique result.
Choosing "Full Custom" completely opens the door to a truly unique result. Our design team will discuss with you the direction of the aesthetics and gather your thoughts before creating your one-of-a-kind project.
Our Design And Revision Policies
Style Layout Design Process
Project Setup
After your order is placed, we will setup your project, assign a designer, and add your project to our schedule. You will receive an email with details on the next step. You can also login into My Projects to view your projects status and progress.
Connect With Designer
Your designer will reach out to request details to include on your business cards including your logo (vector files preferred), address, names, and other contact details.
Initial Proof
Your designer will layout a proof based on the selected style, logo colors, after receiving all the requested information. This inital proof is also considered your first proof as Revision A.
2 Minor Revisions
Review your initial proof and provide us with any minor updates, such as text, contact, and color updates. Changes to the layout will be considered a major revision and will convert the project to a Full Custom Design.
Design Approval
Once your business card(s) design is completed to your satisfaction, we ask you to carefully review all the details and then approve the design for printing. (Additional revisions are available for purchase on an hourly basis if needed).
Printing (Optional)
Finally your business card(s) will be sent to printing if purchased.
Turn Around Times*:
- Standard Cards: 6 - 10 days
- Rounded Corners: +2 - 3 days
- Gloss Spot UV: +2 - 4 days
- Raised UV Print:Â +4 - 6 days
- Raised Foil Print: +4 - 6 days
Full Custom Design Process
Project Setup
After your order is placed, we will setup your project, assign a designer, and add your project to our schedule. You will received an email with details on the next step. You can also login into My Projects to view your projects status and progress.
Connect With Designer
Your designer will reach out to setup a creative brief call where you will be able to discuss your vision and preference. We request that you email your designer details including your logo (vector files preferred), address, names, and other contact details.Â
Initial Proof
Your designer will layout a proof based on the creative brief and project notes, after having received all the requested information. This inital proof is also considered your first proof as Revision A.
3 Revisions
Review your initial proof and provide us with any changes and updates. With the Full Custom Design, we include 3 major revisions to refine the design, layout, text and contact final updates.
Design Approval
Once your business card(s) design is completed to your satisfaction, we ask you to carefully review all the details and then approve the design for printing. (Additional revisions are available for purchase on an hourly basis if needed).
Printing (Optional)
Finally your business card(s) will be sent to printing if purchased.
Turn Around Times*:
- Standard Cards: 6 - 10 days
- Rounded Corners: +2 - 3 days
- Gloss Spot UV: +2 - 4 days
- Raised UV Print:Â +4 - 6 days
- Raised Foil Print: +4 - 6 days
