No doubt your head began to spin the moment reality set in that you are getting married. So much to plan that it seems no amount of time will get this monumental job done. Tackling one thing at a time is the best way to get to your wedding day stress free. First thing on the list: invitations.
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Wedding invitations come in a variety of styles. There are formal invitations, which can feature embossed monograms of your names; or casual card invitations proudly displaying two pairs of flip flops to announce your beach wedding. Knowing the different types may help you decide how to best blend your wedding invitation style with that of your wedding.
Formal wedding invitations are also called Traditional wedding invitations by stationers. This type of wedding invitation stands out as elegant and sophisticated. Generally, this type of invitation is printed on oversized paper featuring a soft cream hue. The color is also called traditional white. In a formal invitation will be a sheet of tissue laid over the paper. This produces an air of formality. Formal wedding invitations follow specific formatting for wording, and are printed with black ink.
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Typically, formal wedding invitations are engraved. Engraving produces textured raised letters. This is ultra elegant, but can also be the most expensive option for printing. If you really want the look of engraved printing but would like to stay within a smaller budget, Thermography offers a less expensive alternative while maintaining almost the same look as engraving. Smaller weddings can utilize Calligraphy, which can be computerized or written by hand.
For the contemporary couple who plan to hold a chic wedding, perhaps on a rooftop overlooking their favorite city, modern wedding invitations to match the occasion are a must. Of course you will want invitations to match the overall vibe of your special day, and with a little research you will be able to find stationers who specialize in eco-friendly papers and printing techniques, while still offering all the latest color choices for the modern wedding. Modern wedding invitations can mimic traditional in the way of wording; can be sent as a card invitation or a folded invitation and should of course include a small picture of the happy couple.
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Theme weddings and destinations weddings are all the rage right now. Who doesn’t love the thought of whisking away to a remote destination for the wedding of their pals? Theme and destination weddings require their own special form of wedding invitations, however. Some theme weddings could use a scroll themed invitation, while others could be sent on a shell. Theme wedding invitations come in all shapes and sizes, but each will leave your guests in anticipation of sharing in your big day.
The important thing about wedding invitations is mainly that you choose the style that best suits your personality, as well as your event. Because stationers are constantly keeping up with the latest trends for wedding invitations, there are ample sources for you to find exactly what you want for your unique wedding.
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