Foil Stamped Paper Bags
Foil stamped paper bags add a striking metallic lustre to your packaging that catches the light and catches the eye. Hot foil stamping presses a thin layer of metallic foil onto the bag surface using a heated die, creating a brilliant, reflective finish that cannot be replicated by standard printing methods. The result is packaging that instantly communicates luxury, quality, and exclusivity.
At Perklets Print, we offer hot foil stamping in gold, silver, rose gold, copper, holographic, and a wide range of custom metallic colours. Foil can be applied to logos, brand names, patterns, borders, or any design element you want to highlight. It works beautifully on both dark and light paper stocks, creating a stunning contrast that draws attention.
Our foil stamped bags are produced on 200–300 GSM art paper with matt lamination as standard — the matte surface creates the perfect backdrop for metallic foil to shine. Combined with quality construction and your choice of handle style, these bags make a powerful impression at point of sale, events, and as premium gift packaging.
Product Specifications
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Design Guidelines
Provide separate artwork layers: one for CMYK print and one for foil areas (solid colour, no gradients).
- Bleed area: 3mm bleed on all printed sides.
- Crop area: Custom die-line provided based on bag dimensions.
- Safe area: Keep foil elements at least 3mm from fold lines. Fine detail minimum line width for foil: 0.5mm.
Accepted formats: AI, EPS, PSD, PDF (layered — separate foil and print layers)
Quantity
FAQs: Foil Stamped Paper Bags
What foil colours are available?
We stock gold, silver, rose gold, copper, and holographic foils. Custom metallic colours can be sourced on request — provide a Pantone metallic reference for precise matching. Minimum quantities may apply for custom colours.
Can foil stamping be combined with other finishes?
Yes, foil stamping works beautifully with matt lamination (standard), spot UV, and embossing. A popular combination is matt lamination + gold foil logo + spot UV on imagery for a multi-textured, eye-catching result.
Is there a minimum detail size for foil?
Yes, foil stamping works best with clean, bold designs. Minimum line width is 0.5mm, and very fine text (below 6pt) may not reproduce cleanly. We recommend reviewing a proof before full production.
Does foil work on dark-coloured bags?
Absolutely — metallic foil on dark backgrounds (black, navy, deep green) creates some of the most striking results. Gold or silver foil on a matt black bag is one of our most popular luxury configurations.
How durable is the foil finish?
Hot foil stamping is highly durable — the foil is heat-bonded to the laminated surface and resists scratching, rubbing, and fading. The matt lamination base provides additional protection.