10 Quirky Shagun Envelopes to Buy Online in India, and a Guide to Selecting the Most Appropriate Money Envelope (2019)

Indians are popular around the globe for the way we celebrate special occasions and festivals, especially, for our rituals and traditions. All the rituals have been passed onto us through the ages by our elders in the form of stories, and because we’ve seen these rituals being followed throughout our lives, there is a part of us which has ingrained the same. This is how traditions and rituals end up being something that is a continuous affair - passed on from one generation to the next.

One such tradition is the gesture of giving ‘Shagun Envelopes’ as gifts or blessings. Be it a wedding, celebration of a newborn, a house warming puja, a birthday, or an anniversary party, you would always see elders carrying a colorful envelope with them. This colorful envelope is used to give gifts in the form of cash - where the bright color and the beautiful packaging make it suitable to be given as a gift, and as a compliment for the occasion.

These cash gifts are considered as ‘shagun’, a blessing to mark and celebrate the occasion. It is sometimes given instead of gifting items, and sometimes it is an additional gift apart from the conventional gifts.
These are very common and a part of almost every celebration - be it for the married daughters, a blessing for the newly wedded couple, or anniversaries.

Even though shagun envelopes are a part of an incredibly old tradition, nowadays, there is so much you can do with it - with a vast variety of options available in the market and customisation ideas. In this article, we will tell you all you need to know about the different kinds of envelopes available out there along with some easy tricks to make this simple way of gifting extra special.

The changing times have also led to a change in the kind of products that are available in the market. The same applies to the kind of shagun envelopes that are available, online and offline these days. Here are our 10 picks, a specially curated list of the unique and contemporary kinds of shagun envelopes that you can buy online. Keep scrolling to get an idea and know more.

Brocade is a form of designing which showcases an embossing of a pattern. It makes anything look ornate, which is why we picked these mini square envelopes with brocade design. It comes in a set of five envelopes with vibrant shades of red, yellow, orange and pink, each of which has a golden brocade leaf pattern, giving the envelopes a very traditional touch.

Moreover, these are in square shapes, making them look unique and very easy to keep in your pocket or clutch, unlike the hassle of carrying the rectangle ones in your hands.

These are available on amazon.in at a price of Rs.219 for a set of five envelopes and Rs.319 for a set of 10 envelopes.

If you’re someone who would like to experiment and choose the right one from different kind of envelopes, looking for the ones with unique detailing then opt for these Wooden Leaf Money Envelopes.

These come in a set of five, each in a bright color, making them suitable for festivities, with a detailed wooden designing showcasing a beautiful pattern of leaves all over the envelope.

Originally, priced at Rs.549 for a set of five, you can currently get this pack for Rs.485 from snapdeal.com.

What better way to make a gift special than getting it personalised? Well, the same can be done with a shagun envelope. You can get them personalised as per the occasion by choosing the right design, and also with a special message for the receiver, to convey them the best wishes.

These envelopes from Engrave can be personalized with the couple's name, in a stylish font. Moreover, you can also choose your favourite design or get envelopes with a specific design customised by them on an extra cost. You can also get your envelopes with matching notecards, and you can use them to write a beautiful message - making the common practice of shagun envelopes, a very different and special experience.

This pack costs Rs.750 for a pack of 12 personalised envelopes and you can get it from engrave.in. In case you’re more inclined towards the ones with notecards, then that would cost you Rs.799 for a pack of 8 envelopes and notecards.

Earlier, envelopes used to come in simple designs, made up of good quality Kraft Paper. But these days, you can also find envelopes made out of different fabrics.

This shagun envelope is made up of Velvet, with a golden border design and a motif on the closure button of the envelope. It comes in a purple colour, and both, the color as well as the velvet fabric gives it an extravagant look, making it a perfect envelope for big occasions like weddings.

You can get this from shaadilogy.com for Rs.250 for a single piece.

Even though the act of giving shagun envelopes is a traditional affair, but, these days they also come in a lot of contemporary and abstract designs as well, like this one by Artsy Design Co.

It showcases a unique marble design in pastel shades which is a very modern and an unique take on traditional shagun envelopes.

You can get these for Rs.1200 from nykaa.com for a pack of 20 gold foiling envelopes. In case you’re looking for more such designs, you can have a look at different options by Artsy Design Co. here.

Another unique set of shagun envelopes, these come in beautiful shades of ivory and pastel pink, with a gold foil detailing, giving it that beautiful shine and look. You can also get them personalised with your name by choosing the color, placement and font for the text.

Customised envelopes are priced at Rs.1200 for a pack of 12 envelopes, and the non-customised pack is priced at Rs.700. You can get these from thepapierproject.com.

When it comes to shagun envelopes, you can either look for unique designs like embossing or gold foiling, or you could simply look for the ones made using a beautiful textured paper. The paper can showcase an abstract or modern design, or traditional symbols.

This pack comes with 20 envelopes, each of which is made up of a different textured paper, traditional, modern, contemporary, unique colors, all in a single pack. You can also get the same personalised with a special message with your name, as well as a picture of your choice.

It is priced at Rs.270 for a pack of 20 envelopes and you can get it from amazon.in.

A perfect reflection of the Indian tradition is this beautiful envelope which comes in a bright pink color, with a gota design on the bottom and a parrot motif on the closure, making it a perfect fit for a traditional Indian wedding. It’s a very traditional yet different envelope, which would stand out.


A single piece is priced at Rs.250 and you can get it from shaadilogy.com. If you’re looking for a bulk purchase, then you can also enquire and get a price quotation for the same.

Usually when it comes to an envelope, we think of a rectangle or square shape design, but not anymore. This cute envelope is designed in the shape of a festive attire, with a ribbon showcasing a tie, two cute buttons and a flower motif, adding to the design.

This comes in the vibrant colors of pink and mustard, which also are the popular colors for weddings and other festive occasions.

It is a very unique take on shagun envelopes, nothing that you would have seen before. Get these before they become common from amazon.in for Rs.749 for a pack of five envelopes.

Each city has its own set of handicrafts and this envelope showcases a Rajisthani take on shagun envelopes. It showcases the perfect contrast with the use of gold and red - with red being the color of the paper used, and gold to create a unique design along with a studded Kundan - giving it that festive look with a touch of bling.

With a traditional design, and modern colors - this envelope is a perfect fit for any occasion. Originally, priced at Rs.1200 for a single envelope, amazon.in is currently offering a 51% discount on it, and you can get it for a price of Rs.594.

When picking a shagun envelope, go the extra mile and look for a design which stands out and is unique. There is not much that you need to do for the same - especially because nowadays you can find anything online.

Let’s say if you’re looking for a shagun envelope for a big amount, like a shagun amount of 11,001, then you can opt for a shagun case instead.

This Quirky Shagun Box has a unique style and form, with a red and black combination. The case comes with three cubes with special messages for your loved ones. These cubes come as a pop-up hidden inside the boxes, adding that perfect element of surprise. They can also be used as a decor option later on. Moreover, it comes with a note card as well, where you can write a special message depending on the occasion.

You can get this from amazon.in at a discounted price of Rs.399.

Gone are the days when we used to buy a common pack of those basic shagun envelopes, and write our names on each of them at different occasions. In today's time, you can get your shagun cards personalised however you want to.

From choosing the background design and colour, and getting your name embossed on the envelope, you can get it all. Not only it saves you the hassle of buying an envelope every time, it also saves you the trouble of writing your name and greetings in a very little space, while you worry about your handwriting.

This envelopes from carda can be personalized with your name and you can also choose the colour you like. Moreover, you can also get a symbol or logo embossed if you’d like. It could be your initials or the logo of your company if you are attending a function in a corporate set up.

They come at a price of Rs.8500 for a set of 50 envelopes. You can choose between different options they offer for personalisation, from solid to quirky design options. You can have a look at their personalised catalogue here.

Even though there is a wide variety available out there when it comes to shagun envelopes, make sure you do not over do it. When giving it on an occasion like a birthday, go for a simple and not so quirky shagun envelope. In case you’re getting it for a big wedding of a close relative, you can look for something with great detailing reflecting the festivity. So, make sure when it comes to buying shagun envelopes, you buy the one which is appropriate for the occasion, neither too less, nor too much.

What you can also do is, get the same customised for different occasions. Buy different ones, a set which says ‘Congratulations’, another which says ‘Best Wishes’, etc. and then depending on the occasion, you can pick the one which is most suitable.

Another way you can be unique with shagun envelopes is, while buying envelopes, look for different shapes, sizes, and designs rather than the basic ones. For shapes, you can look for square ones, or the cube cases rather than the basic rectangle ones. For designs, make sure you do a lot of research, since, there are very unique options available out there, from velvet envelopes, envelopes with intricate designs, brocade envelopes to envelopes made of jute, you’d find it all.