Personalized cards — Milestones
A studio service
A retirement card made for this person's story.
A retirement is the end of a specific career — not a generic milestone. The card that lasts is the one that references the work, the years, the personality. Custom illustrated, signed by the team, delivered in 3–5 days. For individuals, teams, and HR departments.
Personalisation
Every detail, yours to choose.
Career-specific
Their field, their years, their face
The best retirement cards show you were paying attention. Not just their name and 'Congratulations on 30 years!' — but something that says you knew what those years actually looked like. We illustrate their workspace, their field, their signature habits, and them.
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Portrait from reference photo
The retiree illustrated recognizably in their element — desk, uniform, tools.
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Team-signed edition
Interior signature panel for up to 20 names. Larger teams can order a print-run of identical cards.
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Career scene
Their field illustrated — hospital, classroom, construction site, law firm, studio. Whatever the career was.
For HR and managers
Bulk orders for larger retirements
Organisations retiring multiple staff or needing identical cards for a send-off event can order print-run quantities. Minimum 10 cards. White-label option available — no DesignKompanie branding.
Investment
Fixed price. No surprises.
Personalized retirement card — from $29. Printed on 350gsm matte card, A5 with envelope.
- Original illustrated scene from your brief
- Portrait from reference photo
- Your message in hand-lettered typography
- 350gsm matte card, A5 with matching envelope
- High-resolution digital file included
- Free standard shipping within US, UK, EU
Questions
The answers we give most often.
Can it reference their specific career or workplace?
Yes — their field, tools, workspace, all illustrated from your brief.
Can multiple colleagues sign one card?
Yes — team-signed editions with an interior signature panel for up to 20 names.
Can it include a portrait?
Yes — illustrated from a reference photo.
Can it be funny and meaningful?
Yes — calibrate the tone by telling us their personality.
How long does it take?
3–5 working days. Rush 48-hour service available.
Next step
You know the card you want.
Send us the details and we'll have a first proof in your inbox within 48 hours.