Making a statement with wedding invitations

The look you choose for your wedding invitations says a lot about the type of wedding you're planning to have and you will want them to make a statement, so take the time to shop around until you find the ones that are going to best suit the occasion.

Selecting the style for your wedding invitations

Most couples have a fairly firm idea of the type of wedding they want, the colour scheme and the decor and your wedding invitations should reflect this. Once you've decided on your invitations, think about other related wedding stationery and order them altogether. Some of the wedding stationery options are

• Place cards
• Menu Cards
• Table numbers
• Thank you cards

It's actually a good idea to place your order for your wedding stationery with the printer at least 4 - 5 months before the wedding.

Popular options for wedding stationery

Along with the usual items, there are now some new additions to the wedding stationery list that are a reflection on our changing lifestyles and busier schedules. One idea that's gaining in popularity is to post out Save the Date cards which combine the wedding date with the engagement announcement. These are a great idea for guests who live far away or interstate and they can be sent out up to 12 months in advance of the wedding. Wedding postcards are another new trend and they don't need an envelope.
Colours are another contemporary option if you want to break away from the traditional white invitations and many couples are also looking at handmade invitations and those made from recycled paper and natural materials.
There are many variations of the traditional wedding invitation available now which makes it a lot easier to get it right when searching for invitations that set the tone of your wedding and couples can be as creative as they like with their choice.