The Best Paper and Envelopes for Your Resume

As much as we’d like to think that the age of paper resumes is coming to an end with the rise of online resume builders, there are still some companies who prefer their applicants to hand in their CVs in a printed form. In fact, it’s beneficial for both parties, since it shows that you take the preparation very seriously and you want to make the best impression on the company you are applying at. However, there is one mistake almost everybody makes: not printing your resumes on high-quality paper. Such a paper type will not only make your CV stand out from the rest, but it also shows extra care to such extent, it may land you the job.

This 100% cotton paper is one of the simpler kinds, but its crispy touch shows that it is not ordinary paper.All the 24 lb, 8.5×11 inch acid- and lignin-free paper contains watermarks and security date codes, adding an extra layer of professionalism to the mix, and they can be used with virtually any type of printer or copier.

Although high-quality white paper is enough to impress most of the future employers, trying out a colored paper, like Southworth’s almond one, will definitely help your CV stand out from the rest. Aside from the weight of the individual papers (32 lb) and the price ($17.55), every single detail is exactly the same as in the case of the previous paper type. All sheets are acid-free, watermarked, have a size of 8.5×11 and compatible with all printers and copiers.And like in the previous case, these fine almond papers are available in a 100-sheet box with a resume writing guide.

Sometimes quality resume paper is not enough, you need to present it in an equally fine envelope. In fact, Southworth produces envelopes which are just slightly smaller than the standard size resume papers, so you don’t need to crumble your ticket to your next job. Furthermore, Southworth envelopes are made out of the same, 100% acid-free cotton materials like the resume papers with the same features like full-on compatibility with printers, watermarks and such.The white envelope 50-piece package is available for as low as $10.99.