Tom Smith Awarded New Royal Warrant of Appointment to HM The King III

Tom Smith, the premium global brand for Christmas Greetings Products, is delighted to announce it has been granted a Royal Warrant of Appointment to His Majesty The King III for supply of Christmas Crackers and Wrapping paper. This significant honour dates back to Tom Smith’s first Warrant in 1906.

With over 177 years of history, Tom Smith is celebrated as the original creator of the Christmas cracker. This iconic festive tradition began in the eighteenth century when Tom Smith transformed the sugar almond concept into what is now a cherished Christmas staple. Over the decades, the brand has proudly held Royal Warrants from King George V, Queen Elizabeth II, and Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother.

Today, Tom Smith continues to lead the Christmas Celebrations market with its exceptional range of crackers, as well as its beautifully designed wrapping paper, gift bags, and greetings cards. Owned by IG Design Group UK Ltd—the UK’s largest designer and manufacturer of seasonal products—Tom Smith combines its unmatched heritage with modern innovation, setting the standard for Christmas celebrations worldwide.

This new Royal Warrant marks a proud milestone in Tom Smith’s storied history, reaffirming its reputation as a trusted supplier to the Royal Household and a beloved brand for families across the UK and beyond.