Business cards: portrait or landscape?
I need to figure out whether to have a portrait or a landscape business card for a newly opened Bank which wants to give a modern image coupled with simplicity banking.
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May 25, 2015
I don't think it should matter as long as you are getting your message across. I've seen people use both types and they are capable of having a modern image with the simplicity you want. I would think it would all lie in how it's designed. To me, landscape looks the best. But I've also seen some very good cards in vertical format. Again, it all depends on the overall design.
May 25, 2015
Even if you are planning to seem more modern and creative through your business card design, I would recommend the traditional landscape format for a bank.
The people should, as you already mentioned, associate your financial institution with simplicity and should feel save, whether they are Generation Y, X, whatever…stick with the vertical design and show what you’ve got in a clear, modern but not too playful design, highly quality material (if you want to stick out, try something new or creative in ink, material etc.).
I wish you best of luck and hope the answer is of any use to you!
May 24, 2015
Vertical would be considered more modern, but that's not necessarily universally true. Whatever you do, maintain the orientation for both sides.
May 25, 2015
In line with most peoples wallets and card holders landscape is the way to go.
May 25, 2015
I personally have seen landscape business cards working really well. The main factor is to see how well the information is communicated keeping the branding guidelines intact.
Feb 4, 2019
Hi,
Most of our clients order landscape, but I personally think that a vertical card looks more interesting. After seeing 100's of 1000's of business cards, anything other than a standard 3.5x2 is better. There are square cards, round, oval, skinny, slim, large, small, you name it. We started printing a 3x3 inch card with large rounded corners about 12 years ago and they sold like crazy. Business cards are always changing and improving. We've even made cards with several foil colors, painted edges and an RFID chip inside. Cheers!
PremiumCards.net
Jun 9, 2015
I would recommend square business cards or a unique, new shape. Here is a company that produces square cards although there are many others: http://us.moo.com/products/square-business-cards.html
May 17, 2018
Universally, landscape is the way to go. Its a widely accepted design and informative too. But there has been an increase in the usage of portrait business cards recently. it tends to have a modern tint to it. Therefore mostly the young tech companies and startups implement this design for their business cards. However, in the case of a bank, it is more of a formal business. Therefore the usage of modern style can be avoided, instead can go with the landscape for a more traditional look. If you feel that you need designs in both the formats, you can visit PrintStop. They have different designs in both the formats. You can visit them @ https://www.printstop.co.in/visiting-cards/products/.
May 27, 2015
Your image matter, and things like this also matter!
You need to consider what it says about your business?
For a start having a portrait card [if done well] would certainly say that you take a "Different" approach to business, weather it say simplicity is another matter. Form should reflect function, that's the best way I can put it!
Never dismiss the small things because they are small. The universe is built from the smallest things in existence, and it's the biggest thing we know of.
Barry
New Street Photography
May 28, 2015
it really depends on the overall design.
What's your logo like? your logo and company name design can give you a clue which would be better for you.
Jun 1, 2015
If you are considering for your own business in Graphic Design, stand out and go vertical...I wouldn't necessarily recommend it to most clients, unless they are in an artsy or eclectic type of business.
Nov 25, 2015
HI,
no doubt, landscape. Design will make the rest.
Good Luck,
Emilio
May 31, 2018
From our experience, landscape will be the best option for various business verticals. But if you need recommendations on best options for selecting the right business card, you should be aware of the other types too. Check out this article to know about different types of business card designs: http://www.proglobalbusinesssolutions.com/types-of-business-cards/.