The U.S. Postal Service Unveils a Charming Winter Wreath Stamp for Global Mail

The U.S. Postal Service Embraces Holiday Spirit with New Winter Wreath Stamp

On September 18, 2026, the U.S. Postal Service launched its latest Global Forever stamp: the Winter Wreath. This new addition highlights the beauty of holiday traditions and is designed for sending letters to any country serviced by First-Class Mail International. This launch comes from Humble, Texas, without any formal ceremony, signaling a season of warmth and festivity.

As an iconic symbol of winter, wreaths are closely tied to seasonal celebrations around the world. Greg Breeding, an art director at USPS, explained the creative challenge of designing a circular stamp that would represent the essence of winter while still being visually striking. Notably, two previous holiday-themed Global stamps, also depicted wreaths, were heavily focused on traditional colors like red and green. This year’s stamp, however, represents a fresh perspective through a softer color palette and a gentle allure.

The wreath design for this stamp was meticulously crafted by photographer Natalia Kostikova, who used faux branches and arts and crafts materials, adding her unique touch by painting the decorative ornaments herself. To create a further wintery effect, she incorporated a light spray of baking soda to replicate the look of snow. Breeding hopes that this wreath design conveys a sense of tranquility, revealing the beauty that can stem from simple materials, showing that elegance can come from the most humble beginnings.

The Winter Wreath Global Forever stamp will be made available in panes of ten. As part of the Global Forever collection, this stamp holds its value equal to the current First-Class Mail International price for sending a 1-ounce letter, regardless of future price changes.

The release of this stamp serves not only as a mode of mail but also as a way of engaging the community with holiday cheer. The Postal Service encourages everyone to use the hashtag #WinterWreathStamp to share their experiences online and to promote the stamp's availability.

Customers can conveniently purchase this new stamp and other related philatelic products through the USPS website at usps.com/shopstamps, by calling 844-737-7826, or at local Post Office locations across the nation. For those seeking officially licensed stamp products, the USPS Officially Licensed Collection is also available on Amazon.

The Postal Service operates as an independent federal entity, accountable for its own funding and without receiving taxpayer dollars for operational expenses. The organization relies on the sale of postage, products, and services to maintain operations while striving to uphold its mission of delivering mail securely and reliably six to seven days a week to over 170 million addresses across the country. Currently, the Postal Service is working on a transformation strategy aimed at achieving long-term financial stability and enhancing service quality while reinforcing its reputation among Americans as a trusted and valued institution.

In conclusion, the Winter Wreath stamp represents more than just an effective means of sending mail; it's also a celebration of artistic creativity and holiday traditions embodied in a simple design. As people across the United States and around the globe prepare for the holiday season, this stamp serves as a heartwarming reminder of connection and sharing.

For comprehensive details about this release, the Postal Service's media resources are accessible for those interested in promotional materials. Follow the USPS on their social media platforms including X, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Threads, and LinkedIn, and subscribe to their YouTube channel for additional updates.