While traditional paper greeting cards will always be in style, this holiday season brings a host of cool digital and interactive options as well.
New York-based Engaging Invites creates video invitations that combine old-school stationery with modern technology. Each card features a seven-inch HD video display and built-in speaker that begins playing once the invitation is opened. Video content can last as long as 15 minutes, and the rechargeable battery lasts for four to six hours. Larger and smaller screens are available upon request. Pricing starts at $65 per card for a minimum order of 25.
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Boutique graphic design firm Yonder in San Francisco uses unconventional materials like marble, mother of pearl, rare leathers, and woods to create luxe stationery suites, menus, and more. Examples of work include an invitation constructed with pieces of clear acrylic filled with wild moss and a letterpressed menu nestled in a custom leather envelope with a sprig of rosemary.
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Online stationery store Minted offers a variety of corporate-friendly customizable holiday options that are created by its community of independent designers, starting at $65 for 25 cards. The company also recently launched a text service for ordering: Users can text a photo to 415.301.CARD and answer a few questions. A Minted stylist will then choose cards based on the photo and preferences, and text back choices. The order can be completed via mobile phone.
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Seattle-based digital invitation company Greenvelope designs fully customizable invitations and greetings that mimic traditional paper ones with effects such as textures, die-cut edges, and gold foil. Plus, the cards include features like built-in R.S.V.P. tracking and guest survey questions. Pricing starts at $49 for a single mailing for as many as 100 people; add-ons such as invitation- and R.S.V.P.-tracking start at $99.
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