subject: Wedding Invitations: How To Choose Between Modern And Classic [print this page] Your wedding invitation is the first impression your guests receive of your wedding day. Wedding invitations are sent with response cards six to eight weeks before the event Whether modern, classical, whimsical or informal wedding stationary says a lot about you. Other wedding stationary includes save the date card, reception cards, supplemental cards, wedding program, menu, place cards, and thank you notes.
Save the date cards are sent six to ten months before the wedding as a way to let people know that the wedding will be taking place and they are invited but all the details, such as time and location, have not been settled yet.
Reception cards are an invitation to the reception if the wedding ceremony is going to be small and private. Sometimes brides elect to be married in their parent's home or other location, which can't accommodate a large crowd but still want to celebrate the event with a large reception.
Multi-purpose cards could be cards with directions to the ceremony and reception. lodging that is available, or any discounts that have been arranged, or other special instructions.
Wedding programs have a brief outline of the ceremony and participants. If it is a religious ceremony, instructions to sit or stand, a special prayer, bible verse or blessings might be included. Adding the names of the organist, singer, or pianist is a nice touch.
There may also be a program for the reception which includes the menu for the event, the order of events such as when the cake will be cut, first dance, special toasts and who will be making the toasts. Place cards may also be included to tell guests where they are seated.
The cost of wedding stationary varies depending on the type of printing, lithographic to computer generated, the paper used, how much is ordered, and any embellishments such as liners, ribbons, stamps, or fabric used. It is more cost effective to order extra invitations and envelopes at the time of the original order than to order them later separately.
Classic Invitations
Think traditional, heavy paper stock, formal wording, engraving, and the invitation issued from the parents of the bride: that sums up classic. But classic does not have to be stuffy. Classic wedding stationary is most often white, off white, ecru, or ivory with black printing. There is some flexibility these days in the use of color as a border and in envelope liners. Occasionally pastels are used. The classic style is ageless and will not look dated twenty years from now.
"Simply Charming" brings back the formality of a wedding during Victorian times with its die-cut window and embossed embellishments, available in bright white or antique white. "Treasured" is bordered in both shimmering navy and silver pearl embossed borders. "Landscape of Love" is bordered on all four sides with raised embossing. It is available in ecru and white. A twist on classic is "Park Avenue" the invitation is black with white printing. "Beloved Lily" features an embossed lily that gracefully enfolds the wording of the invitation.
Modern Invitations
Modern wedding stationary respects the tradition of the wedding event but adds elements of playfulness, whimsy, and color to the mix. Brides who view their wedding as a celebration of love that they want to share with their closest friends often choose modern invitations. A formal wedding, as well as more informal weddings, can be announced with modern invitations.
Modern invitations celebrate the season with "Fall Leaves," "Winter Romance," and "Floral Vine." Destination weddings or themed weddings beckon with "Seashell Hearts," "Shades of Tuscany," and "Palm Beach." Sophistication can be achieved with "Sangria Sunset," "Central Park," and "Stylish Stripes." And what would a wedding be without flowers? Floral themed invitations include "American Dream," "Elegant Garden," and "Bright Love." Hearts rule on a wedding day and they rule invitations as well with "Two Hearts as One," "Open Hearts," and "Love Locked."
Unique Invitations Whether Classic or Modern
Obviously wedding invitations are personalized with the information about the bridal couple, date, locations, and parent's names but the invitations can be made unique in several ways. The color of the ink can be varied from rich gem tones to bright carefree colors. The envelope liners can be varied to match or contrast with the ink or invitation colors.
Add-ons include precut pre tied ribbon bows, satin ribbon, and raffia to be tied around the invitations; stamps with the couple's initials and or names to finish off the envelopes; clear and printed wraps; and wax seals.
Invitations Are the First Step
Invitations are the first step to the wedding day you've always dreamed of. Whether modern or classic, color inspired or traditional white, there is a wedding invitation available that is just right for you.
by: Bridal2
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