5 Top Tips For Designing the Perfect Wedding Invitations

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Creating the perfect wedding invitation can set the standard of what people will expect for your wedding and be the first glimpse into what people expect from the big day. It goes without saying that this aspect of your wedding can hold a lot of gravitas in terms of expectations and anticipation. So, you must get it right and make the most of the opportunity to set the bar and elevate expectations.
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These tips can help you to create the perfect wedding invitation.

Build Around A Theme

Your invitation should be representative of your personality and your wedding day theme. Use the chosen colors of the day or specific plants or flowers you will be using. Add any design elements you might be considering, such as soft lines (curved or rounded edges) for a relaxed look or sharp corners (straight edges) on the edge of the invite for a more upscale and high-brow event, for example. Explore different fonts and color blocks that fit with your theme; if you're having a wedding with a 1920s theme, for example, or a theme inspired by the popular TV show 'Bridgerton ', then tie this into your invite to create an overall look for the invite and the data itself.

Choose A Timeless Design

Your wedding invites should have the desired effects through timeless design and simplicity. Try not to overcomplicate it or reinvent the wheel, so to speak. Choose a timeless style for your invites, such as classic typography or elegant borders, and then add elements of your theme, as mentioned in the above point, to personalize them.

Choose the Right Paper

The paper you select for your invite is not just a detail, it's a crucial element. Opt for 300gsm or greater paper, which provides a durable, high-quality card for your invites to be printed on. This choice ensures that your invitations not only look great but also feel substantial, leaving a lasting impression on your guests. 

Typically people choose white paper for their wedding invites although for a more classic elegant theme ivory is also a suitable option. You can add in the colour of the design and text, however a plain background for the card in white or ivory can make your other design elements pop!

Don't Use A Fussy Font

While it's fine to have more than one font on the invite, it's essential to use a clear and easy-to-read font for all the important details. While some styles might look pretty and whimsical, they might not be as easy to read for some people, potentially leading to misunderstandings. Reserve your more elaborate fonts for your names or unimportant details, but ensure that all the crucial information such as dates, timings, and venue are in an easy-to-read font. This will ensure that your guests can easily grasp the details of your special day.

Don't Overload It

If you have a lot of information you want to include in your invite, it might be a good idea to choose an invitation envelope or suite. An invitation suite typically includes the main invitation, a details card, and an RSVP card, all enclosed in an envelope. The information you include needs to be clear, concise, and to the point. For example, instead of listing all the details of the wedding ceremony, you can simply state 'Join us for our wedding ceremony at [venue] on [date] '. If there are too many details, you need to include directions, etc, then add this to a separate sheet or even print on the reverse (modern choices include a small QR code for people to scan to find out more details), but avoid putting too much information on the invite itself.