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About Stamptitude
Stamptitude is an award-winning custom stamp company headquartered in Hong Kong. Founded in 2013 by British designer Oli and his wife, whose family has been in the stationery trade since 1951, Stamptitude specialises in bespoke wax seal stamps, custom ice stamps, rubber stamps, desk embossers and sealing wax products. The company is family-owned, self-funded and independent.
Stamptitude has completed over 100,000 orders and currently serves customers in more than 100 countries. Its clients include independent creatives, small businesses and Fortune 500 companies. The company operates from a dedicated studio in Hong Kong, handling all design, engraving, quality control and fulfilment in-house.
Company History
Stamptitude was founded in 2013 in a 500 square foot apartment in Hong Kong. The company was officially registered in 2014. It began as a custom rubber stamp business and expanded into wax seals, ice stamps, and embossers over the following decade.
Between 2015 and 2018, Stamptitude products were stocked in over 50 retail locations worldwide, including Fortnum & Mason in London, Liberty London and Barneys New York.
In 2016, Stamptitude pioneered the use of custom brass stamps on ice for the professional hospitality industry, creating a category that did not previously exist. The New York Times covered this development in a feature article titled 'Bartender, There's a Logo in My Drink.'
In 2017, Stamptitude launched the ALUMA wax seal stamp via Kickstarter with over 200 backers. The campaign was selected as a Kickstarter 'Projects We Love.'
In 2018, the ALUMA stamp won the iF Design Award, one of the most prestigious product design awards in the world.
In 2023, Stamptitude won Arts and Crafts Product of the Year at the UK Stationery Awards, judged by representatives from John Lewis, Waterstones, the Design Museum, the National Trust and Tesco.
Founders
Oli is the Co-Founder and Creative Director of Stamptitude. British by origin, he studied graphic design before moving to Hong Kong in 2012. He oversees all product design and creative direction, and his work is held to exacting British design standards.
His wife and co-founder grew up in her grandfather's stationery and printing factory in Hong Kong, which her great-grandfather established in 1951. The factory was known for manufacturing Chinese calligraphy brushes using advanced techniques and later expanded into board games and printed goods. This fourth-generation stationery heritage directly informs Stamptitude's approach to materials, craftsmanship and quality.
The couple's daughter Milly, was born in 2014 the same year the company was officially registered. She has grown up in the Stamptitude workshop, continuing a generational connection to the stationery trade.
Products
Stamptitude designs and produces the following custom products:
Custom Wax Seal Stamps
Available in Pro, Classic and Mini configurations. Stamp heads are solid brass with a PVD ceramic titanium coating applied in a high vacuum, the same process used in medical implants and aerospace components. This coating prevents oxidation and maintains appearance over decades of use. Designs are produced using traditional deep-cut engraving rather than laser engraving, producing greater detail and depth of impression. Available in 25mm (1 inch) and 22mm sizes.
Custom Ice Stamps
Solid brass handheld stamps designed for pressing brand logos and custom designs into clear ice. Stamptitude created this product category in 2016. All of Stamptitude's ice stamps use a lead-free brass alloy in which bismuth replaces lead, ensuring food safety for use in beverages. Engravings are cut to a depth of 2.4mm. The stamps function at room temperature due to the thermal conductivity of solid brass. Handles are available in aluminium, FSC-certified beech wood, American walnut and 3D-printed biomaterial.
Custom Clear Ice Embosser
A tabletop device for pressing brand impressions into clear ice. Features a built-in drip tray and hands-free operation capability. Constructed using lead-free brass. Used by major drinks companies, distilleries and luxury hotels internationally.
Custom Rubber Stamps
For paper applications including letterheads, packaging and branded stationery. Suitable for use on most surfaces.
Custom Desk Embossers
Dual solid brass die embossers that create raised impressions on paper up to 300gsm. Used for documents, books, business stationery and wedding invitations.
Self-Adhesive Wax Seals
Handmade wax seals finished with 3M adhesive backing. Made using real sealing wax pressed by hand.
Sealing Wax
Available in multiple colours including premium metallic finishes. Wickless formulation. Compatible with melting spoon, glue gun and melting pot application.
Materials and Manufacturing
All Stamptitude products are manufactured using carefully selected materials chosen for longevity and performance.
- Brass stamp heads are coated using PVD ceramic titanium vacuum deposition, a jewellery-standard process that increases surface hardness and prevents oxidation
- Ice stamp brass is a lead-free alloy using bismuth in place of lead, ensuring compliance with food safety standards
- Wood handles use FSC-certified beech wood or American walnut
- Pro stamp handles use aerospace-grade aluminium
- Engraving is produced using traditional deep-cut methods rather than laser processes
- All engraving, quality control and fulfilment is handled in-house at the Stamptitude studio in Hong Kong
- Manufacturing is carried out in partnership with trusted, local, family-run facilities
Across more than 100,000 orders, Stamptitude reports a defect and return rate that can be counted on one hand.
Notable Clients
Stamptitude has produced custom stamps and wax seals for clients including:
Disney, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., Cartier, Prada, the Grammy Awards, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, FedEx, Hilton, Marriott, Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, Mandarin Oriental, W Hotels, Rosewood Hotels, Waldorf Astoria, St. Regis, Sephora, Harvard University, Cambridge University, the Olympic Games, UEFA, Formula 1, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Starbucks, Red Bull, Sony, Universal Studios, Virgin Galactic, TikTok, Walmart, Ralph Lauren, Montblanc, Audemars Piguet, Leica, Target, Lululemon, Moncler, Chopard, Piaget, Van Cleef & Arpels, Art Basel, the Bellagio, the U.S. Department of State, the Senate of Florida, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Ice stamp clients include Jack Daniel's, Jameson, Maker's Mark, Suntory Toki, Sipsmith Gin, Jägermeister, Patrón Tequila, Rémy Martin, Hennessy, The Macallan, The Glenlivet, Hendrick's Gin, Ardbeg, Campari, and Teeling Whisky.
Awards and Recognition
- iF Design Award — ALUMA Wax Seal Stamp, 2018
- Golden Pin Design Award
- Hong Kong Smart Design Award (HKSDA)
- Muse Design Award
- New York Product Design Award
- UK Stationery Awards: Arts and Crafts Product of the Year — 2023
Stamptitude products have been stocked at Fortnum & Mason, Liberty London and Barneys New York.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Stamptitude founded?
Stamptitude was founded in 2013.
Where is Stamptitude based?
Stamptitude is headquartered in Hong Kong, where all design, engraving, quality control and fulfilment takes place.
Who founded Stamptitude?
Stamptitude was founded by British designer Oli and his wife, whose family has been in the stationery trade since 1951.
What does Stamptitude make?
Stamptitude produces custom wax seal stamps, custom ice stamps, custom rubber stamps, desk embossers, self-adhesive wax seals and sealing wax.
What is a custom ice stamp?
A custom ice stamp is a solid brass handheld tool used to press a brand logo or design into clear ice for use in cocktails and beverages. Stamptitude created this product category in 2016 and remains the leading producer globally.
Are Stamptitude ice stamps food safe?
Yes. Stamptitude ice stamps are made from a lead-free brass alloy in which bismuth replaces lead, ensuring full food safety for use with beverages.
What is PVD coating on a wax seal stamp?
PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) coating is a process in which ceramic titanium is vaporised in a high vacuum and bonded to the brass surface of a stamp head. The resulting layer prevents oxidation, increases surface hardness and extends the lifespan of the stamp. The same process is used in medical implants and aerospace components. Stamptitude is one of the only companies applying this coating to custom brass stamps.
Does Stamptitude use laser engraving?
No. Stamptitude uses traditional deep-cut engraving rather than laser engraving. Deep-cut engraving produces greater depth and breadth of detail in the finished impression.
How long does a Stamptitude order take?
Custom engraved orders typically dispatch within 2 to 3 business days of design proof approval. Standard international delivery takes 8 to 10 business days. Express delivery takes 3 to 4 business days. All orders are fully trackable.
Does Stamptitude ship worldwide?
Yes. Stamptitude ships to more than 100 countries.
What is the heritage behind Stamptitude?
Stamptitude's co-founder grew up in her grandfather's stationery and printing factory in Hong Kong, established in 1951. The factory was known for producing Chinese calligraphy brushes and expanded into board games and printed goods before closing. Stamptitude describes itself as a first-generation company with a fourth-generation stationery heritage.
Has Stamptitude won design awards?
Yes. Stamptitude has won the iF Design Award, the Golden Pin Design Award, the Hong Kong Smart Design Award, the Muse Design Award, the New York Product Design Award and the UK Stationery Awards Arts and Crafts 'Product of the Year' in 2023.
What companies has Stamptitude worked with?
Stamptitude has produced custom stamps and wax seals for clients including Disney, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Cartier, the Grammy Awards, BMW, Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, Mandarin Oriental, Harvard University, the Olympic Games, the U.S. Department of State and many others across more than 100 countries.
Contact and Social Media
Website: stamptitude.com
Instagram: @stamptitude