Foil Embossed Business Cards

Foil embossed business cards combine two of the most premium finishing techniques in print: metallic foil and raised texture. The result is a business card that doesn’t just look expensive—it feels expensive. Foil catches the light. Embossing adds depth. Together, they create a bold, tactile first impression people remember.

If you’re comparing premium upgrades, you may also want to explore foil stamped business cards for metallic shine without texture, or embossed business cards for raised detail without foil. For gloss contrast instead of metallic, consider spot UV business cards. For custom shapes, check out die cut business cards.

What Is Foil Embossing?

Foil embossing is a finishing process where metallic (or pigmented) foil is applied with heat and pressure while the paper is simultaneously raised. This creates a dimensional, textured foil area that can be seen and felt. It’s ideal for logos, monograms, icons, borders, patterns, and premium typography—especially when you want a high-end, “built-not-printed” look.

Why Foil Embossed Business Cards Work

Luxury Perception Instantly: Metallic shine + raised texture signals premium quality.
Tactile Memory: People remember cards they can feel.
High-Contrast Branding: Foil highlights key elements with clean, sharp impact.
Perfect for Minimal Designs: Simple layouts look expensive when the finish is premium.
Ideal for High-Touch Industries: Luxury, real estate, finance, design, and boutique services.

Paper Stocks & Finish Pairings

Foil embossing looks best on premium stocks that provide contrast and structure. Depending on your style, you can choose a classic, modern, or highly tactile foundation.

Uncoated / Natural: Understated luxury with an organic feel.
Silk / Soft-Touch: Smooth, modern, and high contrast against metallic foil.
Textured Stocks: Adds an extra layer of tactile sophistication.
Black Stock: Bold and dramatic—foil pops aggressively on deep black.
Thicker Options: Heavier cards feel more premium and more memorable.

If you want metallic shine without raising, choose foil business cards. If you want raised texture without metallic, choose embossed business cards.

Foil Color Options

Choose from a wide range of foil colors. Popular options include gold, silver, copper, rose gold, black, white, and bold color foils. For brand matching, here are our available foil codes:

N001 – Silver
N002 – Gold
N003 – Rainbow Silver
N004 – Rainbow Gold
N005 – New Penny Copper
N006 – Cobalt Blue
N007 – Indigo
N008 – Navy Blue
N009 – Ocean Blue
N010 – Teal
N011 – Purple
N012 – Orange / Dark Copper
N013 – Lavender
N014 – Carnation Pink
N015 – Black
N016 – Pink
N017 – Magenta
N018 – Red
N019 – Hot Pink
N020 – Green
N021 – White

Artwork Setup & File Requirements

Foil embossing requires an additional setup file so we know exactly where to apply the foil and where to raise the stock. For best results, keep foil embossed areas clean, bold, and not overly thin—this helps edges stay crisp and the raised effect stay consistent.

Preferred format: High-resolution PDF or EPS with outlined fonts
Also accepted: JPG, JPEG, PSD, TIF, TIFF, EPS, AI, PNG
Resolution: 300 DPI minimum
Color mode: CMYK (RGB may cause color shifts)

Foil + Emboss Mask File

Create a separate black-and-white “mask” file showing where the foil emboss effect should be applied:

Use only black (C=0, M=0, Y=0, K=100) to indicate the foil embossed areas.
Anything white will be left alone (no foil / no emboss).
If you have multiple upgrades (foil, emboss, die cut, spot UV), include a separate mask file for each finish.

Bleed, Crop Marks & Safe Zone

Bleed: Extend background elements beyond the cut line.
Safe zone: Keep text and critical elements at least 0.125" inside the cut line.
Crop marks: Include crop marks on PDF/EPS files for accurate trimming.
Flatten files: Flatten transparency where possible to avoid print issues.

Best Uses for Foil Embossed Business Cards

Luxury brands and boutique services
High-end real estate and private finance
Designers, photographers, agencies, and creative studios
Law firms, consultants, and executive-level professionals
Hospitality, wellness, and premium retail

Explore More Premium Business Card Options

Ready to create a card people don’t throw away? Order your foil embossed business cards today and give your brand a finish that looks premium and feels unforgettable.