Foil Packaging

Coloured Foil Envelopes for Direct Mail Campaigns

Also known as: Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED) · Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes · Metallic Foil Mailer Envelopes

A foil envelope arrives differently. It catches the overhead light before the recipient has even registered the address — a flash of red, gold, electric blue against the ordinary stack of bills and statements. Curiosity does the rest. By the time fingers find the seal, the envelope has already done what most direct mail cannot: held attention for longer than a second.

These metallic envelopes come in seven colourways — purple, silver, black, gold, blue, red, green — with a self-seal closure that needs no moistening, no fuss. The standard C5 size (229 x 162mm) suits A5 invitations and folded collateral, with A4 (324 x 229mm) and oversized 450 x 320mm formats available for larger pieces, lookbooks, and considered campaign drops. Freight runs at approximately $150 per 1,000 pieces, worth factoring into broadcast mail budgets early.

This item is supplied unbranded, which is part of the appeal — the foil itself is the message, leaving your printed insert to carry the narrative. Agencies tend to use them for wedding stationery, gallery openings, member-exclusive invitations, and the kind of corporate announcement that warrants a textural pause before the laptop reopens. Minimum order 5,000 units. Lead time five to seven days from confirmation.

Silver foil envelopes in a range of colours available with sticky seal closure. Foil envelopes are ideal for mail-outs and now we have a range of colorful foil envelopes to suit your particular mailout campaign.

These envelopes are available in the following sizes

229x162mm (A5) or

324x229mm - A4 (extra cost of $0.60 per) or

450x320mm (extra cost of $1.20) (internal sizes).

Costs shown are based on size of 229x162mm (C5 size), other sizes available at extra cost.

Freight is approx $150 per 1000pcs.

**THIS ITEM IS ONLY AVAILABLE UNBRANDED

Coloured Foil Envelopes for Direct Mail Campaigns
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Need this unbranded in bulk? We supply plain stock too — usually at a lower per-unit price. Ask for an unbranded quote →

Specifications

PID6403
Min Order5,000
Production Time5 – 7 weeks
Size229 x162mm or 324x229mm or 450x320mm
Print SizeUNPRINTED
Colour
BlackBlueGoldGreenPurpleRedSilver
Target Market18-25 Years, Building, Corp, Education, Gov, Hospitality, IT, Public, Telecom, Transport
PurposeMailout, Office

Price List

  • All prices are per unit, and are exclusive of GST.
  • Setup price: AU$0.00
QuantityPrice Per Unit
5,000 pcsAU$2.78
10,000 pcsAU$2.41
20,000 pcsAU$2.12
30,000 pcsAU$1.68
50,000 pcsAU$1.52
100,000 pcsAU$1.46
200,000 pcsAU$1.49
300,000 pcsAU$1.43
500,000 pcsAU$1.41
SetupAU$0.00
Price Per Unit (5,000 × AU$2.78)AU$13,900.00
Total CostAU$13,900.00 + Freight + GST

Samples

Samples are available on request. Please contact us for more information.

1 pcs (unbranded) AU$1.55 + AU$17.00 freight (Incl. GST)

THE BRAND MANAGER’S TAKE

Why Coloured Foil Envelopes for Direct Mail Campaigns works

The packaging that turns ordinary mail into a moment of suspense — a foil seal that makes the recipient feel chosen before they've read a single word.

CLEVER WAYS TO USE IT
  • Borrowing from the wine world's 'allocation list' ritual — real-estate agents seal a hand-numbered foil envelope for off-market buyers, the metallic shimmer signalling 'you're seeing this before anyone else'. The reflective surface makes the contents feel embargoed, not mass-mailed.
  • Adapting the theatre world's sealed envelope reveal (the Oscars 'and the winner is' moment) — agencies use these to hand-deliver pitch results or campaign 'big idea' reveals, building a beat of suspense before the seal breaks at the boardroom table.
  • Lifting from the perfumery sample tradition where scent arrives wrapped in foil to 'preserve the volatiles' — beauty brands slip a product launch invite or sachet inside, the foil doubling as a freshness cue and a tactile premium signal.
  • Stealing the museum gift-shop 'archival sleeve' concept — arts-culture institutions mail patron membership cards or limited-edition prints inside, the foil reading as a protective vault rather than postal packaging.
Some envelopes get opened. This one gets photographed first.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum order for Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED)?

The minimum order is 5000 units. Volume discounts apply — at 300,000 units the per-unit price drops to $1.43 (65% lower than at the 500-unit mark). Larger quantities mean a lower per-unit price.

Can I brand Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED) with my company logo?

Yes — Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED) can be decorated with pad print, screen print, laser engraving or full-colour digital branding, depending on the material. Sense2 will send you an artwork proof and a branded sample (sample cost + freight applies, credited back on your order) before production so you can check the logo placement, colour match and finish before we run the full order.

How long does production take?

Standard production time is 5–7 weeks once artwork and payment are approved. Fast-turnaround options may be available for urgent events — contact Sense2 with your deadline and we'll tell you what's possible.

Can I order a sample of Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED) before placing a full order?

Yes — samples are available. Sample cost plus freight applies, and the cost is credited back to you when you proceed with your order. Branded pre-production samples are also available with a setup fee that's credited back on the full order.

What size is Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED) and how much branding can it carry?

Product size: 229 x162mm or 324x229mm or 450x320mm. Print area: UNPRINTED. If your logo or artwork needs more space, talk to Sense2 — we can often suggest an alternative product with a larger print area.

What colours does Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED) come in?

Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED) is stocked in: Purple, Silver, Black, Gold, Blue, Red and more.

What's the best bulk price for Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED)?

Pricing starts at $4.10 per unit at 500 units and drops to $1.41 at 500,000+ units. Pricing is for branded product — setup fees and artwork approval are separate. Send Sense2 your exact quantity for a tier-matched quote.

Can I pair Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED) with other branded merchandise?

Yes — Sense2 can build you a coordinated Brand Kit with items that work together. For Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED), customers often pair it with branded notebooks, pens, lanyards and tote bags. Tell us the audience and event and we'll curate the kit.

Who is Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED) best suited to as a corporate gift or giveaway?

Picture this: a VIP customer at the kitchen bench → tilts the silver-red envelope under the pendant light before opening, already deciding it's a 'keep' not a 'recycle'. That's the kind of moment Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED) is made for. Tell Sense2 who you're trying to reach and we'll confirm it's the right fit — or point you to a sharper one.

What kind of campaign is Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED) good for?

Think of it this way — "Some envelopes get opened. This one gets photographed first". For example: Borrowing from the wine world's 'allocation list' ritual — real-estate agents seal a hand-numbered foil envelope for off-market buyers, the metallic shimmer signalling 'you're seeing this before anyone else'. The reflective surface makes the contents feel embargoed, not mass-mailed. It's the right call when you want the gift to feel considered rather than generic, and Sense2 will brand it to match your identity and the moment.

What makes Coloured Silver Foil Envelopes (UNBRANDED) a clever choice rather than just another giveaway?

The packaging that turns ordinary mail into a moment of suspense — a foil seal that makes the recipient feel chosen before they've read a single word. That's the angle our brand team would pitch — a gift that earns a second look and a place on the desk, not the bin.

Find it. Love it. Keep it.

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