Collection: Red Envelopes & Packaging

Red envelopes and packaging span bright red through to cherry red, burgundy, dark red and deep crimson. With over 35 products across over 50 sizes, the range covers Christmas cards, Valentine's Day, Chinese New Year (red packets), weddings (as an accent), high-energy direct mail, sale campaigns.

Red envelopes carry distinct cultural significance — red is the traditional colour for Chinese New Year lucky money envelopes ('hongbao'), making red envelope collections particularly important for Lunar New Year mailing campaigns. Available at 30–350gsm paper weights with gummed and peel & seal closures.

Benefits of Red Envelopes

• over 35 products — spanning envelopes, packaging and accessories in bright red through to cherry red, burgundy, dark red and deep crimson.
• over 50 sizes — from small enclosures through to large document and packaging formats.
• Paper weights 30–350gsm — covering everyday and premium use cases.
• Closure options — gummed and peel & seal to suit personal and volume workflows.
• Royal Mail compatible — standard sizes qualify within Royal Mail weight and size limits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can red envelopes be used for Chinese New Year?
Yes — red envelopes are the traditional format for Chinese New Year lucky money (hongbao) and seasonal greetings. Bright red and deep red are both appropriate; metallic gold detailing inside or on the insert is a common complementary choice. C6 and small square formats are the most commonly used sizes for New Year cards and monetary gifts.

What shade of red should I choose for my occasion?
Bright red is the classic choice for Valentine's Day cards and high-energy sale campaigns. Cherry red and dark red are more sophisticated, suited to premium gifting and wedding stationery accents. Burgundy reads as refined and formal, appropriate for premium event invitations and luxury brand correspondence. For Chinese New Year, traditional bright red with a clean finish is the most appropriate choice.

What sizes do red envelopes come in?
The range covers over 50 sizes including standard formats: C7 (82 x 113mm), C6 (114 x 162mm), DL (110 x 220mm), C5 (162 x 229mm), C4 (229 x 324mm) and a range of square formats. Check individual product pages for the full size listing in red.