Velvet, Matte, UV or Premium: How to Choose the Right Shagun Envelope
Shagun envelopes today come in far more than plain white or red. At LIFAFEWALA every design is available in a specific finish, and each one looks and feels different in the hand. Here is a simple guide to help you pick.
Matte – clean, classic and easy to write on
Matte envelopes have a smooth, glare-free surface that shows off detailed illustrations beautifully. Because there is no shine, it is easy to write a name or message with any pen.
Best for: staff and team gifting, large families, everyday festivals, and anyone who writes names by hand.
Price: from ₹399 for a pack of 20.
Velvet – soft touch, rich colour
Velvet envelopes use a velvet-touch paper that feels soft and luxurious. Colours look deeper and richer, which suits jewel tones like emerald, maroon and royal blue.
Best for: weddings, family functions and gifting to elders.
Price: from ₹449 for a pack of 20.
Matte + UV and Velvet + UV – a raised, glossy highlight
UV printing adds a clear, slightly raised gloss to chosen parts of the design – a peacock feather, a border, a monument. When the envelope catches the light, those details shine against the matte or velvet background. Explore Matte + UV and Velvet + UV.
Best for: weddings and festivals where you want the envelope to stand out.
Price: Matte + UV from ₹449, Velvet + UV from ₹499 for a pack of 20.
Fancy Metallic – a soft shimmer
Metallic envelopes have a gentle pearlescent sheen that glows under wedding lights and diyas.
Best for: Diwali, receptions and evening functions.
Price: from ₹449 for a pack of 20.
Premium – our most luxurious finish
Our Premium envelopes combine a velvet-touch base, UV print and raised gold foil, finished with our signature V-flap. They are designed to feel like a keepsake.
Best for: the bride and groom, close family, and anyone you want to make feel truly special.
Price: from ₹649 for a pack of 20.
Quick comparison
- Easiest to write on: Matte
- Softest feel: Velvet
- Most shine: Velvet + UV and Premium
- Best value for bulk: Matte in packs of 100 or 200
- Most luxurious: Premium
Which pack size do you need?
Every design is available in packs of 20, 50, 100 and 200. A pack of 20 is ideal for a family function; weddings and corporate gifting usually need 100 or 200. Personalised name printing is available on packs of 50, 100 and 200.
Looking for something different?
We also make eco-friendly seed paper envelopes that can be planted after use, and colourful kids envelopes for birthdays and baby showers. And don't miss our new arrivals – fresh designs are added regularly.