Techniques / Printing
Holographic Foil
Holographic foil takes stamping to another dimension — a kaleidoscopic, light-splitting effect that's futuristic and fun. We use the highest-quality holographic foils in the industry to turn cards, invitations, stickers, and packaging into things people can't stop tilting.
Beyond classic rainbow, we offer custom prismatic patterns — confetti, oil-slick, and more — for designs that need extra zing. Holographic foil is spectacular on black paper, where the dark ground makes the spectrum burn brightest, and it extends to book edges and edge gilding too.
Where it works
- Business cards — a holographic mark on matte stock is the definition of a conversation piece.
- Invitations & event pieces — tickets, passes, and announcements that read as special before they're read at all.
- Stickers & packaging — die-cut holographic stickers and accents that make unboxing an event.
- Edges — holographic gilded card edges, for the full jewel-box effect.
Design note: holographic foil is loudest where it's used with restraint — a logo, a monogram, a single rule. Full floods are possible (and glorious) but work best with bold, simple artwork.
Holographic foil samples
FAQ
What patterns are available?
Classic rainbow is the start; custom prismatic patterns — confetti, oil-slick, and more — bring extra zing when the design calls for it.
What paper shows holographic foil best?
Black paper — the dark ground makes the spectrum burn brightest. Matte stocks in general beat gloss.
Does it work on stickers and packaging?
Beautifully — die-cut holographic stickers and foil accents on boxes make unboxing an event.
Can a whole card be holographic?
Full floods are possible (and glorious) but the effect is loudest used with restraint — a logo, a monogram, a single rule. We'll help you calibrate.