The Parlour Royale Playing Cards on Kickstarter

The Parlour Royale Playing Cards mark a grand return to the origins of The Gentleman Wake’s first deck, reimagined by Stockholm17. Six years after the original release, this revival blends the elegance, and class that defined the series with new design elements.

The back design introduces a sophisticated hourglass silhouette framing the TGW spade monogram, a nod to the passage of time since the first edition. Ornate scrollwork and rhinoceros beetle motifs add layers of Victorian-inspired detail, while shimmering cold foil brings a luxurious sheen. 

Each edition: Ivory, Legacy, and the limited Prism offers its own distinct visual identity, from the warm, eggshell tones of Ivory to the rich gold gilding of Legacy and the mesmerizing prismatic holo-foil of Prism.

Every court card is fully custom yet instantly recognizable, adorned with subtle Victorian flourishes and accented in foil. The aces are illustrated with intricate backdrops, featuring characters like Rey Roy-Owl and the winged rhinoceros beetle, while the jokers continue the deck’s tradition of whimsical, anthropomorphic figures. 

The tuck cases are as elaborate as the cards themselves, with embossed foil printing, ornate typography, and die-cut windows that frame the owl-and-beetle Ace of Spades. The interior patterns and color choices, from vermillion in Ivory to metallic gold in Legacy and vivid purple in Prism elevate each edition into a work of art.

Printed by WJPC on 310gsm smooth-handling paper stock with a linen finish. Pledge starts at $17 on Kickstarter.