Custom Foil Labels
Gold, Silver & Colored Metallic Foil Stamping
A foil label adds a metallic accent that catches the light, so a logo or border reads premium at a glance. We apply gold, silver, copper, colored and holographic foil by hot or cold stamping on paper or film, and combine it with embossing or spot UV for extra depth — a finishing layer for wine, cosmetics, certificates and luxury packaging.
A thin metallic foil is stamped onto the label so a logo or border shines against a matte background.
What Foil Labels Are
Foil labels carry a thin metallic layer stamped onto the label, so a chosen area shines while the rest stays matte.
Gold Foil
A warm metallic accent stamped onto the label, so premium and traditional brands read rich against a matte background.
Silver Foil
A cool metallic accent applied the same way, giving modern and clean designs a crisp, bright highlight.
Colored & Holographic Foil
Copper, colored and rainbow-holographic foils are stamped for distinctive accents when a design needs more than gold or silver.
Hot vs Cold Foil
Hot stamping uses a heated die and cold foil uses UV adhesive — each method suits different artwork.
How Hot and Cold Foil Stamping Work
Foil is applied two ways, each with its own strengths — the right method depends on your artwork.
A heated metal die presses foil onto the label
The foil transfers under heat and pressure, giving crisp, bright edges — and the same die can emboss at the same time.
- Crisp, bright edges from the heated die, ideal for sharp logos and borders.
- Can emboss in one pass, raising the foil for extra depth.
- Best for defined accents rather than large solid areas.
A UV adhesive prints the pattern, then foil is applied
The design is printed as an adhesive first and foil is laid over it, which suits fine detail, large areas and inline digital work.
- Handles fine detail and large metallic areas cleanly.
- Runs inline with printing, suiting digital and high-volume work.
- No heated die needed, so it fits detailed or spread-out artwork.
Which Finishes to Stack on Foil
Foil rarely runs alone. Each product type below takes a different stack — foil on its own, foil over emboss, or foil next to spot UV.
Wine & Spirits
Hot foil over a raised emboss: the crest catches light from across the aisle, the varnish stays matte around it.
Cosmetics & Perfume
Cold foil on the logo, spot UV on the product name. Two finishes, two different reflections, one pass apart.
Luxury Packaging
Foil detail that signals a premium product.
Certificates & Security
Foil deters copying of certificates and seals.
Holiday & Limited Edition
Metallic accents for seasonal and limited runs.
Invitations
Foil detail on cards and stationery-style labels.
Foil Label Specifications and Options
Foil labels are configured to your artwork and base material, so the metallic accent lands exactly where you want it.
Pairing Foil with Embossing and Spot UV
Foil looks best when it works with another finish — pairing adds a second layer you can see and feel.
Foil + Embossing
Raised metallic detail you can feel as well as see — the die stamps foil and lifts it in the same pass for tactile depth.
Foil + Spot UV
A matte label with a glossy, metallic highlight — spot UV sits beside the foil so the accent reads sharper against the surface.
Foil + Textured Paper
Metallic accents on a tactile, handmade-feel stock — the contrast between smooth foil and textured paper reads craft and premium.
What Our Foil Label Work Covers
Flexible custom foil label solutions for premium and luxury brands.
Gold/Silver/Colored Foil
A range of metallic accents — gold, silver, copper, colored and holographic foil to suit your design.
Hot & Cold Foil
The right method for your artwork — hot for crisp logos, cold for detail and large areas.
Combine with Emboss & Spot UV
Layered premium finishes that pair foil with raised or glossy detail for depth.
On Paper or Film
Foil applied to the base that suits your product — coated paper, textured paper or film.
Run Sizes for Foil Work
The foil die is cut once and reused, so a 200 pc first run and a later bulk run share the same tooling.
Foil Work Shipped Out
Stamped rolls go out internationally, packed to keep the foiled surface protected in transit.
Foil Labels FAQs
Hot foil uses a heated die for crisp edges and can emboss at once; cold foil uses UV adhesive and suits fine detail and large areas.
Gold, silver, copper, colored and holographic foils.
Yes. Foil and embossing together give raised metallic detail you can feel as well as see.
Yes. Foil is applied to coated paper, textured paper and film.
Holographic foil is a metallic accent stamped onto part of the label; a full holographic label is covered on our holographic labels page.
Yes. A matte label with foil and glossy spot UV creates strong contrast between the two finishes.
Yes. Foil samples may be available so you can see the finish before production.
Order Custom Foil Labels From CNNLABEL
Tell us about your artwork, base material and order quantity, and our team helps you set up foil stamping with the right method and pairings.