Wedding Invitation Paper
Your wedding invitations set the tone and theme of your wedding.
They let your guests know the wonderful time they will have at your wedding as well as the date, time, place, directions and other particulars about your upcoming nuptials. The type of invite that you choose is entirely up to you and your individual personality. I encourage my brides to keep their invites in line with the overall theme of their wedding. If you are having a traditional wedding, it’s a good idea to choose invites that are white, cream or ecru and have a soft romantic look to them. Conversely, if you are hosting a modern, chic wedding, then using a more colorful, sleek and sophisticated design will work.
There are several different types of paper to choose from and the paper that you decide upon will affect the look and cost of your invitation. Paper made of linen has a slight texture, is classic and sends the message that you are hosting a traditional wedding.
Cotton paper is a popular choice for wedding invitations, as it expresses a sense of elegance and will last for many years. Choosing a cotton blend rather than using 100% cotton paper can accomplish a budget savings. Parchment paper has the appearance of ancient times and conveys a sense of importance. Vellum paper is translucent and can be used as an overlay for invites giving the invite an elegant look. Vellum paper comes in a variety of bright colors, besides the traditional white and cream tones. Metallic, speckled and marbled vellum are other options to choose from. Metallic paper comes in soft, shimmery, pearlescent finishes in addition to glossy silvery embossed finishes. Many modern brides want to go green for their wedding so they are opting for recycled paper invitations. Their lower cost is virtually indistinguishable from non-recycled paper, please note they have a tendency to be less sturdy than cotton or linen paper. Heavy card stock paper is thicker than cotton and will resist bending while in transit. It has minimal bleeding during the printing process and is thick enough to put in a picture frame. Heavy card stock paper is the paper of choice for most professional printers.
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