Comparison
Folded vs. flat Christmas cards
The two most popular business holiday card formats, compared side by side.
Short answer: Choose folded cards for a classic look with room inside for a greeting and signatures. Choose flat cards for a clean, modern look that is easy to display and mail. Both come with envelopes.
| Folded cards | Flat cards | |
|---|---|---|
| Look | Classic, opens like a book | Clean, modern single panel |
| Message space | Full inside panel for greetings and signatures | Back of the card |
| Display | Stands up on a mantel or desk | Leans or pins easily |
| Mailing | Standard envelope | Standard envelope, slightly lighter |
| Best for | Client and employee cards with signatures | Modern brands and large mailings |
| What drives the price | Paper, finish, envelopes, quantity | Paper, corners, finish, quantity |
When folded is the better choice
Folded cards feel traditional and leave a full inside panel for a greeting and team signatures. For client and employee cards, choose folded.
When flat is the better choice
Flat cards look clean and modern and put the design front and center. For contemporary brands and large mailings, choose flat.
Verdict
Go folded for a classic, personal card; go flat for a modern look. We can mock up both for free so you can compare before you order.
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