Ways to Choose an Ideal Wedding Invitation Card

Your invitations tell your guests what your wedding will be like—whether it will be formal, casual, or offbeat. Invitations also let your guests know the theme, motif, and what to expect from your big day. To set the right tone for your big day, you need to choose high-quality invitations that are true to your theme. Here are a few factors to consider.

Style: Formal wedding invitations have always been printed on white, ivory, or ecru cards. The rule is to follow the color of your bridal gown. The text must be engraved with dark gray or black ink. Formal weddings still follow those principles, but you have the choice to deviate from the tradition. There are plenty of styles to choose from nowadays. You are sure to find something to suit your taste, budget, and your wedding's level of formality. Textured paper, recycled paper, a photograph, and invitations with embedded flowers are just some of the many ideas you can toy with.

The wedding venue: The place where your wedding will take place should influence the design of your wedding invitation card. Will you be celebrating on a beach, or in a lake cottage, perhaps? Consider using earthy materials like burlap.

Check out wedding invitation makers and suppliers: Find companies and suppliers that specialize in creating wedding invitations. Search for them online using wedding planning directories, or via a wedding planning app that lets you access a selection of wedding invitation makers in your area. Get in touch with the companies that you like. Obtain quotes and look at samples of their wedding invitations, so you can compare them and make an informed decision.

Lettering: Formal wedding invitations are commonly engraved—but that type of printing can be expensive. Another option is thermography, which achieves the same look and feel. Calligraphy adds a personal touch and it is best for a small guest list. Calligraphed, embossed, and engraved invitations are often expensive, but professional wedding invitation card makers can provide you with exclusive designs and other options that can suit your budget.