Red packets, also known as ‘Hongbao’ are traditional envelopes used to present money as a symbol of good fortune, blessings, and prosperity during the Chinese New Year, weddings, and milestone occasions. Aside from their role as monetary carriers, these envelopes are treasured tokens of cultural heritage, family connection, and celebratory spirit.
But do you know, when choosing, which finishes best capture the spirit of your business, and how do you make them stand out from the many exchanged each season. This blog post explores custom red packet printing options and techniques that can transform simple envelopes into compelling works of art.
Laser Cut
Laser cutting makes use of a high-powered laser beam to burn away material with extreme precision. This technique allows intricate lace-like details and delicate patterns those standard cuttings methods can’t achieve.
Some of the common features of laser cutting include fine, intricate detailing; sharp and precise edges; elegant perforations with a delicate feel. You can use this technique for floral lace motifs, ornate festive symbols, luxury-themed envelopes, or designs requiring micro-level precision.
Embossing and Debossing
Embossing raises a design above the paper surface, while debossing presses it inward. Bot create a tactile, three-dimensional effect, adding elegance and sophistication to red envelopes, and making patters or logos stand out visually and physically. Features of this technique include raised or indented textures, subtle shadows, and depth; premium, tactile appeal. You can use this technique for monograms, festive symbols, borders, corporate logos, or decorative patterns.
Holographic
Holographic finishing uses reflective films or foils that refract light to create rainbow-like, iridescent effects. This red packet printing technique transforms red envelopes into visually striking pieces that change appearance under different angles and lighting conditions.
It features iridescent, multi-dimensional sheen, vibrant color shifts, and futuristic look. Among the most common uses include youth-oriented designs, celebratory launches, limited-edition premium packets, and attention-grabbing promotional envelopes.
Now that you have an insight into the variety of red packet printing techniques available, the next question is why they matter for businesses. Well, they enhance brand identity and are cost-efficient.
If this is not enough, they make it more attractive. Techniques like embossing, holographic, finishes, and die-cutting create visual depth and tactile interest. These enhancements make red packets more engaging and memorable, capturing attention immediately and elevating perceived value, which can influence recipients’ impression of your brand.
