A wedding card box is a printed box with a slot in the lid where guests post their cards and envelopes during the reception. The Best Price Boxes prints them custom with no minimum order, so one box for one wedding is a normal order, and we beat a written quote for the same specs.
What a card box has to survive
This box has a strange job. It sits on a table for an evening, receives a stack of paper, gets moved by a venue coordinator at the end of the night and ends up in the back of a car. It needs a base that does not bow under the weight of a hundred cards, a lid that sits flat, and a slot that swallows envelopes without catching them. Then it has to look good in photos. The structure matters more than the print, because a pretty box that sags in the middle looks cheap by the end of the night.
Sizing the box and the slot
Plan the interior from the envelopes. A standard A7 envelope, the usual wedding card size, measures about 5.25 by 7.25 inches. The box needs an interior at least slightly larger than that so the cards drop in without bending. Then think about volume. A guest list of 100 can produce well over 60 cards, and envelopes with cash or gift cards inside are thicker than invitations, so give the box some depth. The slot should be wide enough for an envelope laid flat, and tall enough that a thick card does not catch. Send us the envelope size and your guest count and we will recommend dimensions.
Material, print and finishing
We build wedding card boxes in sturdy paperboard and can discuss heavier constructions when you request them. White and ivory are the classic backdrops, but a full-colour wrap with your names, date and monogram works just as well. Foil stamping on the monogram looks good against a matte coating, and soft-touch lamination gives the lid a velvety feel. Embossing a floral border adds texture without adding colour. A lid that lifts off lets the couple remove the cards later, while a fixed lid with a slot keeps the contents more secure during the event.
- Slot lid sized for A7 or custom envelope dimensions
- Sturdy paperboard construction, interior depth set by guest count
- CMYK or Pantone print, matte, gloss or soft-touch coating
- Foil monogram, spot UV or embossing on the lid
- Removable lid or fixed lid with a slot
One small detail that planners appreciate: print a short line on the lid or the front, such as “Cards and wishes”, so guests know what the slot is for. Without it, some people hesitate at the table and the box ends up ignored until late in the evening.
Related wedding and event packaging
If the invitations themselves need a box, our wedding invitation boxes are made for that job and share the same artwork style. Browse the full invitation boxes category for the matching pieces. A card box and an invitation box in the same finish make a tidy set for a wedding, a shower or an anniversary.
Wedding dates are fixed, so order a sample well before the event. Check the slot with your real envelopes, check the lid fits, and confirm the artwork spelling before you approve the run. With no minimum order, a sample or a single finished box is easy to arrange. Send the envelope size, the guest count and the quantity, even if it is one, and we draw the dieline and quote it.
Frequently asked questions
What is a wedding card box?
It is a decorative box with a slot cut in the lid, placed on the gift table so guests can post their cards and envelopes during the reception. It keeps the cards together and secure, and it doubles as a table decoration when it carries the couple’s names, date or monogram.
Do you have a minimum order for wedding card boxes?
No. There is no minimum order, so one box for one wedding is a normal order, as is a batch for a planner. Send the envelope size, the guest count and the quantity, even if it is one, and we draw the dieline and quote it. The price-beat guarantee applies with a written quote.
What size should a wedding card box be?
The interior should be slightly larger than your envelopes. A standard A7 envelope is about 5.25 by 7.25 inches. Allow depth for the number of guests, because cards with gifts inside are thick. Send us the envelope size and the guest count and we recommend the dimensions.
How many cards will a wedding card box hold?
It depends on the interior size and the thickness of the envelopes. A guest list of about 100 can produce well over 60 cards, and thicker envelopes take more room. We size the depth from your guest count, so tell us the number of guests and we calculate it.
Can the lid be removable or fixed?
Yes. A removable lid lets the couple take the cards out afterwards, while a fixed lid with a slot keeps the contents tidier during the event. Tell us how you plan to use the box and which setting you expect, such as a hall or a garden, and we recommend the better closure.
What can I print on a wedding card box?
Anything you supply: names, the date, a monogram, a floral border or a full-colour pattern. Foil stamping, embossing and spot UV can highlight selected details. Please check spelling and dates carefully before approving, since a wedding date cannot be reprinted after the event.
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