# Peeling Business Cards Agrie Paint Services Has a Unique Take on Networking By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-08-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peeling-business-cards-agrie-paint-services References: [likecool](http://www.likecool.com/Tear_Off_Business_Card--Design--Gear.html) & [adsoftheworld](http://adsoftheworld.com/media/dm/agrie_paint_services_business_card) Agrie Paint Services has incorporated their work into their business cards. The [tear-off business card design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pressure-sensitive-labels) was created by an advertising agency called Extreme Group. It has a [strip of green tape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glasst) covering up the person’s details. This unique business card is definitely a good way to make yourself stand out and memorable to those you meet. I just wish more companies would incorporate what they do into their business cards. **Implications** - Every business card I get reminds me of the [business card exchange](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-business-cards) scene in American Psycho. I'm trying to live my life by the adage 'if it reminds you of something someone did in American Psycho, avoid at all costs.' Hopefully the rest of society catches up, too. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Personalized Business Cards:** The trend of incorporating one's work or unique aspects into business card designs presents an opportunity for individuals and businesses to showcase their skills and stand out in networking events. - **Interactive Business Cards:** The trend of using tear-off or interactive elements in business card designs opens up opportunities for memorable and engaging networking experiences. - **Creative Branding:** The trend of incorporating company values and unique branding elements into business card designs offers businesses a chance to leave a lasting impression and reinforce their identity. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Printing and Design Services:** The printing and design industry can capitalize on the trend of personalized and interactive business cards by offering innovative and customized printing solutions. - **Marketing and Advertising Agencies:** Marketing and advertising agencies can leverage the trend of creative branding in business card designs to help clients develop unique and impactful networking materials. - **Stationery and Office Supplies:** The stationery and office supplies industry can tap into the trend of personalized business cards by offering a wide range of materials and tools for individuals and businesses to create their own unique designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Card Creators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/businesscardgen.md) - [Scannable NFC Business Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ovou-smart-business-card.md) - [NFC-Enabled Business Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobilo-smart-business-card.md) - [Phygital Business Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moo-paper-cards.md) - [Customizable Marketing Postcards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartpress.md) - [Digitized Business Contact Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-business-card.md) - [Digital NFC-Enabled Business Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchless-nfc-card.md) - [Digital Networking Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digibusinesscard.md) - [Digital Business Card Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-business-cards.md)