Printing & Production
Business cards: what makes one worth keeping
A business card is small enough that every choice shows: stock, edge, finish and how much you leave out.
Keep the content short
Name, role, company, one phone number, one email and the website are usually enough. Every extra line shrinks the type. If you need a second language, plan the layout for it from the start: a bilingual card works best with Arabic on one side and English on the other, rather than two crowded lines on a single face.
Size and stock
Common sizes are close to a bank card, for example 90 × 50 mm or 85 × 55 mm. A heavier stock feels more considered in the hand; a thin card bends in a wallet. Rounded corners or a different shape need a cutter, so mention them when you ask for a quote.
Finish
- Matt or gloss lamination protects the surface and changes how colour reads.
- Soft-touch gives a velvety feel.
- Spot gloss on the logo adds contrast without changing the whole card.
Readability first
Use a type size you can read without effort and keep strong contrast between text and background. Keep text away from the trim edge. Check phone numbers and email addresses character by character before approving: a typo on a card is repeated on every copy.
What to send with your request
The text for each language, your logo as a vector file if you have one, the stock and finish you prefer, quantity per person and the date you need them. Request a quote or browse Printing & Production.