Inspired Design: Stylish Wedding Invitations

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Written by
Caitlin Crees

Published:

Spring/Summer 2014

(top left) In this charming invitation suite by Lunalux, a soaring bridge silhouette takes center stage, a geographical reference to Michigan’s Mackinac Island, where the happy couple was to wed. The horizontal format of the cardstock adds a unique feel, and allowed the iconic bridge to span the width of the invitation. Watery blues complement the simple imagery and script font, while the pinhole-perforated tearaway RSVP card (done in-house with a vintage machine) lends charm. 

(top right) Paper Thick Ink designer My Choi worked closely with the bride- and groom-to-be designing this multi-page matchbook-style invitation suite. Soft blush, peach and mint combine with Kraft paper and lace patterns for a sweet, homespun sensibility. Sewn binding, a pennant address label and tearaway RSVP postcard are the perfect rustic-chic finishing touches. 

(center) Inspiration for this invitation suite started with a few of the bride’s favorite things: her two pups, a classic palette and a caricature of the happy couple from the State Fair. From there, the Paperista team created this sophisticated and stylish set, featuring a mix of foil printing, letterpress and layers of thick cardstock. The memorable save-the-date includes an accordion booklet that tells the couple’s love story. The wedding invitation was tucked in a custom carrier with wax seal closure, for a delightfully old-fashioned presentation. 

(bottom left) Peach, mint and pewter join forces on this happily hued invitation suite from Epitome Papers. The vintage-inspired letterpress invite features a traditional vertical layout with a perfect mix of sans-serif and script fonts with geometric design elements. A crisp ivory envelope with art deco-patterned liner ties everything together. 

(bottom right) This couple wanted to let guests know what to expect at their ranch wedding: a laid-back atmosphere at a picturesque venue. For Printerette designer Catherine Polacek, bold shapes and hand lettering were just the ticket to evoke that vibe in a striking way. The vibrant blue heart allows crisp white script to pop, yet the feel remains casual. On their information card, the couple even advised guests not to wear heels, as they might get stuck in the mud.

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