The 22 Best Holiday Cards to Spread the Cheer of 2022

Most Modern: Papersource Peace Sign Card

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Toting a classic holiday greeting—but flashing a modern symbol—this cool card serves an on-point message. Crafted by NYC-based artist and illustrator Erin Jang, this one might just earn a permanent spot on the fridge!

Best Personalized: Henry James Paper Goods Custom Portrait Christmas Card

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If you’re trying to keep up with the Jones, this custom portrait card should do it! Hand-painted by Missouri-based artist Kadie Foppiano, each card comes completely personalized right down to the clothing featured in the illustration. Add unique details such as pets, decorations, and names to make this card unmistakably you!

Most Unique: Minted Greenery Ornament Card

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A card that doubles as a keepsake, this festive greeting is one that they can also hang on the tree. The card features hand-painted greenery that frames your photo and comes complete with a luxe linen ribbon for hanging. Bonus: recipient address printing is free! 

Most Colorful: Kate Spade Hope Peace Cookies Cards

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What are the holidays all about? Hope, peace, and cookies, of course! It's a cheerful reminder to have your priorities in order for this holiday season.

Most Cheerful: Abbie Ren Illustration Happy Everything Card

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These days, it’s likely that you have friends who celebrate a diversity of traditions and holidays—and maybe a mixture of several at once. So, a greeting card that covers all the bases is everything.

Most Thoughtful: Hunter Paper Co. Thinking of You at Christmas Time Card

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This luxe letterpress greeting is designed and handprinted on vintage presses at a studio in Northern Ireland. Charming and thoughtful, it is a holiday greeting that will melt hearts. Because at the end of the day, we all just want to know someone is thinking of us.

Best Metallic: Paper Culture "Love Always Wins"

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Whether you celebrate Christmas, Kwanza, Hanukkah, or the ring on your finger, it’s all about love! And there’s no better way to spread the message than with this groovy greeting. With a pop of bling, plenty of room on the back for a photo, and a personal holiday greeting, this foil-stamped card makes it clear—sometimes the simplest sentiments are the sweetest.

Best Photo Card: Paperless Post Best of Both Worlds

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If your family is a mix of faiths and traditions, you'll want to send a greeting that reflects everyone. In this day and age, you can—and should—have it all! This creative card celebrates the best of both worlds.

Rifle Paper Co. Holiday Flamingo Greeting Card

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Spread a little joy with the warm wishes of this whimsical hand-painted flamingo greeting. Sure to tickle the fancy your lucky recipients, this card gives the retro lawn ornament a festive holiday touch.

Most Elegant: Paperless Post Hello!Lucky Dove of Peace

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Send your card on the wings of a—virtual—dove! In a world where practically everything is done over the internet, sending a holiday card via email is a great choice. Plus, with this platform, it’s possible to customize everything from the background of your card to the envelope liner and stamp. So even though it’s virtual, it can still feel like a meaningful gesture.

Best Rustic Design: Canopy Street Christmas Pines Typography Holiday Card

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A trio of warm wishes, surrounded by hand-drawn boughs of pine makes this modern classic card set a delight. With the look of artistically-embellished chalkboards, these cards are all about rustic charm!

Most Chic: Artifact Uprising Minimal Hand-Lettered Holiday Card

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Your standout photo will really shine with this chic custom card. Infuse your image with the holiday spirit by choosing from a selection of holiday greetings that can be printed in standard ink or a brilliant foil. Envelope addressing is also available—it's a win-win!

Best Hand Painted: A Qute Design Assorted Hand Painted Holiday Cards

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This festive assortment of hand-painted cards will definitely brighten the recipients' day. The cards are made with watercolor designs and come with envelopes for easy mailing.

Minted Joy is All Around Holiday Cards

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Bring joy to all of your closest family and friends with this customizable holiday card from the Minted + Brides® Newlywed Holiday Card collection. Display your favorite wedding photo with your choice of color theme, paper material, card shape, foil text color, and additional personalizations.

Best Sustainable Option: Greenvelope "This Merry Life" Card

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Here’s a catchy card that’s as easy on the eyes as it is on the environment. With a focus on sustainability, this company makes sending beautifully designed holiday cards a virtually seamless experience. Sent via email, these e-cards save trees, time, and money. Plus, they send a percentage of every order to a tree-conservation non-profit.

Best Hanukkah Card: Minted Hanukkah Shapes Card

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This modern Hanukkah card may seem like an exercise in minimalism, but it comes with an array of options that allow you to truly make it your own. Choose from a range of chic color palettes and silhouettes to get the look you want. Then customize the interior to showcase your special photos and complete the card with a heartfelt message.

Most Vibrant: Paper Culture Starry and Happy

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With a handmade look and a chorus of happy greetings, this one isn't your average photo card. It comes in three bright and cheery shades, with room on the flip side to add your favorite photo. Plus, you can swap the layout on the back for an alternate design.

Most Festive: Paper Culture Hope Out Loud

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No matter what holiday you’re celebrating this season, this time of year is a reminder that hope is what keeps us afloat. And this card makes you believe it! Personalize the back with a favorite photo and message of hope for your loved ones. Plus, this card is printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper and the brand has pledged to plant a tree for every order received.

Best Collage: Mixbook Photo Co. Minimalist New Year Collage

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When 2023 rolls around, we sure are going to be ready to welcome it! But before we ring in the New Year, let’s send off 2022 with a recounting of happy memories. This photo collage is the perfect way to recap an unforgettable year while welcoming the new one on the horizon.

Best for Newlyweds: Minted A Little Married Holiday Cards

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With save the dates, wedding invitations, and thank you cards out the door you may just have a hankering to pop one last wedding-themed piece of post in the mail before the year ends. And this card is the perfect way to do it!

Best Embossed Design: Snapfish Embossed Foil Cards

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Hanging on to a stellar photo that’s perfect for your holiday card? This one’s for you! With a delicate border and handwritten sentiment, this card lets your image shine. Plus, the platform makes it easy to sync your photo library—finding that standout picture will be a piece of cake!