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About Suede Business Cards

 

Suede business cards are coated with a premium soft-touch laminate that gives the card a velvety, tactile surface unlike any standard gloss or matte finish. The moment someone picks up a suede card, they notice it - the texture is smooth, warm, and distinctly luxurious, creating an immediate sensory impression that communicates quality before a single word is read.

Printed on thick 16pt cardstock with full-color printing on both sides, suede business cards are the preferred choice for executives, luxury brands, creative professionals, real estate agents, attorneys, and anyone whose clients expect premium service. The soft-touch coating also slightly deepens color richness, making bold and dark designs appear especially striking on the suede surface.

Product Specifications

 
Finished Size 3.5" x 2" (standard business card size)
Paper Stock 16pt C2S Cardstock
Laminate Soft-Touch Suede Laminate both sides
Printing Full Color Both Sides (4/4)
Feel Velvety soft-touch texture - smooth and premium
Corner Style Square corners standard - rounded available
Turnaround 3-5 Business Days - Rush available
Shipping Nationwide - all 50 states

File Setup Requirements

 
Finished Size 3.5" x 2"
File with Bleed 3.75" x 2.25" (0.125" bleed all sides)
Safe Zone Keep all text and logos 0.125" from trim edges
Resolution 300 DPI minimum
Color Mode CMYK (not RGB)
Design Tip Bold and dark designs look especially rich on suede
Format Print-ready PDF preferred
Fonts Outline all fonts before saving

Who Uses Suede Business Cards?

 
Executives

Executives & C-Suite

A card that matches the level of professionalism and quality your position demands

Real Estate

Real Estate Agents

Premium clients expect premium materials - a suede card sets the right tone instantly

Creative Professionals

Designers & Creatives

A tactile, beautifully finished card that reflects your eye for quality and detail

Luxury Brands

Luxury & High-End Brands

Hospitality, fashion, finance, jewelry - when your card must match your brand positioning

Why Choose Suede Finish?

 
Tactile

Unforgettable Feel

The soft-touch laminate creates a velvety texture that is completely distinctive from any standard gloss or matte card. People notice it immediately and remember it.

Color

Richer, Deeper Colors

The suede laminate slightly deepens color saturation, making bold and dark designs appear especially rich and luxurious - particularly effective with dark backgrounds and metallic tones.

Durable

Resistant to Fingerprints

The soft-touch coating resists fingerprint smudging better than gloss, keeping your cards looking pristine even after being handled repeatedly at networking events.

How to Order

 
1

Select the Product

Choose your quantity and any optional upgrades. Add one or multiple products to your cart and select from multiple shipping options.

2

Upload Your Artwork

Submit a print-ready PDF at 300 DPI in CMYK. File with bleed: 3.75" x 2.25". Bold designs and dark backgrounds work especially well on suede.

3

PDF Proof

If you need one, we can email you a PDF proof for your review, verifying layout, margins, and color before going to press.

4

We Print & Ship

Printed, soft-touch laminated, cut, and shipped to your door in 3-5 business days. Rush production available.

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Order Suede Business Cards today and hand out a card that people actually hold onto.

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