# Carved Wooden Business Cards The 'Engraved' Wood Business Cards Bring Nature to the Boardroom By Alexander Lam | Published 2013-05-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-business-card References: [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/765756701/engraved?ref=category) Do you ever feel like your business cards get lost in the fray? 'Engraved' wooden business cards make you stand out from the crowd whether you're at a networking event or meeting new clients. Though mass produced, each laser cut card presents a unique wood grain pattern. Your name is emphasized as it stands out in a large field of negative space. Your contact information is placed tactfully beside your name. The lightweight wooden business cards give off a sense of stability as they are sturdier than their flimsy cousins. These minimalist cards come in a horizontal or vertical design. These classy cards are great because they start conversations and help others remember you. When networking, these two things are crucial. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Wooden Business Cards:** The trend of using wooden business cards is on the rise, providing a unique and memorable way for professionals to stand out and demonstrate their eco-friendly values. - **Laser Cutting Technology:** Laser cutting technology is enabling the creation of intricate and customizable designs on wooden business cards, allowing for increased personalization and creativity. - **Sustainability in Business:** Using wooden business cards is a sign that a business is placing an emphasis on sustainability and eco-friendliness, which is a trend that is becoming increasingly important to consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Printing Industry:** The printing industry can capitalize on the trend of wooden business cards by investing in laser cutting technology and offering customized designs to clients. - **Eco-friendly Products:** The eco-friendly products industry can promote the use of wooden business cards as a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly option in professional settings. - **Networking Services:** Networking services can incorporate the use of wooden business cards into their offerings as a unique and memorable way to help their clients stand out and make connections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Business Card Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-business-cards.md) - [Sustainable Premium Wooden Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakywood.md) - [Scannable NFC Business Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ovou-smart-business-card.md) - [Phygital Business Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moo-paper-cards.md) - [NFC-Enabled Business Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobilo-smart-business-card.md) - [Intricate Wooden Serving Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-serving-board.md) - [Digitized Business Contact Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-business-card.md) - [Wooden Magnetic Desktop Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakywood-oakyblocks-magnetic-modules.md) - [Digital NFC-Enabled Business Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchless-nfc-card.md)