Business Cards

Description

Business cards can be categorized in a bunch of ways depending on the design, purpose, or industry. Here’s a breakdown of common business card categories:

1. By Purpose/Function

• Personal Business Cards – For networking, freelancers, or entrepreneurs.

• Corporate Business Cards – For employees of a company, following brand guidelines.

• Promotional Business Cards – Designed to promote a product, event, or service.

• Appointment Cards – Double as a business card and an appointment reminder (common in salons, clinics).

  2. By Design Style

  • Classic/Minimalist – Simple and clean with basic info.

  • Modern/Trendy – Bold fonts, vibrant colors, or edgy layouts.

  • Luxury/High-End – Premium paper, gold foil, embossing.

  • Creative/Artistic – Unusual layouts, illustrations, or custom graphics.

  • Eco-Friendly – Made from recycled materials or biodegradable paper.

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  3. By Format/Shape

  • Standard (Rectangular) – Most common, typically 3.5″ x 2″.

  • Square Cards – Modern, eye-catching.

  • Folded Cards – Extra space inside for more info.

  • Die-Cut Cards – Custom shapes (circles, logos, etc.).

  • Vertical Layout – Oriented portrait-style instead of landscape.

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  4. By Industry

  • Real Estate Business Cards

  • Medical/Dental

  • Law Firm

  • Creative Professionals (Designers, Photographers)

  • Tech/Startup

  • Beauty & Wellness

  • Hospitality (Hotels, Restaurants)