A well-made holiday card is one of the few marketing pieces people actually keep on their desk. For businesses, customizable corporate holiday cards are a simple way to thank clients, partners and staff, and to stay front of mind as the new year planning starts. Here is how to plan and order them without the last-minute rush.
1. Work back from your send date
Decide when cards should land, then plan backwards: final guest list, message sign-off, artwork, proof approval, printing and postage. International clients need more time in the post, so send those first. If you are signing cards by hand, add a few days for the team to do it.
2. Pick the right card format
- Flat cards are clean and modern, with your design on the front and a message on the back.
- Folded cards feel more traditional and leave space inside for handwritten notes.
- Photo cards work well for teams who want to show the people behind the brand.
- Premium touches such as foil or painted edges help a card stand out in a pile of envelopes.
Browse our business holiday cards and logo holiday cards for ideas.
3. Keep the design on-brand but seasonal
Use your brand colours and logo, but let the season lead. Many companies choose an inclusive greeting such as “Season’s Greetings” or “Happy Holidays” when they have clients from different cultures and countries. Keep the logo small and tasteful; the card is a thank-you, not an advert.
4. Write a message people remember
Short and specific beats long and generic. Thank the reader for something real from the year, mention what you are looking forward to, and sign off with a person’s name rather than just the company. If you send to several groups (clients, suppliers, staff), consider a different inside message for each.
5. Personalise at scale
Personalisation can be as simple as a printed first name or a handwritten signature from the account manager. For larger lists, keep a clean spreadsheet of names and addresses, check spelling twice, and separate domestic and international recipients early.
6. Order once, in bulk
Ordering one bulk run is cheaper and keeps colours consistent across every card. At Aesthetic Office Co. every order gets a free digital proof before printing, bulk orders start from 50 pieces, and wholesale orders save 20%. Add matching envelopes, stickers or a small branded gift to turn a card into a memorable package.
Plan your cards today
See the full range of holiday and greeting cards, or request a bulk quote and tell us how many cards, which format and your send date.