CUSTOM Wedding
invitations
custom design built on structure, not guesswork
You want invitations that feel thoughtful, elevated, and unmistakably you—but figuring out how to get there can feel like a maze.
The more you research timelines and etiquette and printing methods and paper weights, the more confusing it gets.
You’re not indecisive, you just want to make the right choices for a once-in-a-lifetime day.
You don’t need more inspiration, you need a plan.
A better way to
bring your
vision to life
Imagine a stationery process where you feel supported instead of left guessing: A clear path that turns your ideas into a suite you’re proud to send.
You want confidence that the details are right, everything works together beautifully, and nothing slips through the cracks.
You need a guided experience that leads to a suite that’s thoughtfully constructed, not pieced together.
Because invitations are experienced, not just seen.
Every etiquette guide agrees: your invitations set expectations long before guests arrive.
How a suite opens. What’s revealed first. How information is layered, held, and read.
These decisions shape the experience as much as paper and ink.
Introducing
MADE-TO-MEASURE™
A custom design process that prioritizes how your invitation is experienced
When you choose Made-to-Measure, you don’t just choose a design, you’re guided through a proven framework.
what this gives you:
A clear vision of how your suite will be constructed
Confidence in what pieces you need and how they work together
Design decisions that feel obvious, not overwhelming
One-on-one guidance where you’re supported by expertise, not expected to have all the answers
Transparent timelines, so you always know what milestone comes next
how it works
A blueprint for bespoke invitations without starting from scratch
01 | Define
define the experience
We begin by deciding how your invitation should feel in your guests’ hands.
Are you looking for a grand reveal? Something tailored and refined? I’ll help you define your vision and we’ll build the invitation presentation to suit.
This step determines how the suite is opened, what’s revealed first, and how information is layered.
02 | refine
03 | finish
01 | Define
design refinement
With the direction established, we’ll tailor it to your style.
This is where your personality comes in. We’ll determine colors and wording, papers and printing methods, then layer in meaningful elements like monograms, borders, patterns, or venue sketches.
I’ll offer recommendations at each step of the process, so decisions feel supported and never overwhelming.
02 | refine
03 | Finish
01 | define
finishing and delivery
Once everything is reviewed and approved, your work is done!
Your invitation suite is produced by a combination of trusted print specialists and in-house finishing. I check and assemble each piece to ensure every detail is exactly as intended.
Your stationery is delivered to your doorstep, neatly organized and ready to send. Mailing services are available as an optional add-on if you prefer a completely hands-off final step.
02 | refine
03 | finish
this same Made-to-Measure design process is available for your save the dates and day-of stationery.
- kayla and ben
“Sarah was extremely responsive and attentive to detail,”
providing several proofs to make sure everything looked perfect and giving her expert opinion when needed. She helped us incorporate details regarding our wedding venue and so many guests commented that our stationery was the nicest they’ve ever seen.
You don’t get a second chance with your first impression.
Couples spend thousands on florals, photography, attire, and décor…
but the invitations are the only thing every single guest touches before the big day.
You’re not just picking paper.
You’re shaping the first impression of your wedding with a design process that cuts through the overwhelm and ensures every detail feels intentional.
made-to-measure invitation suites start at $3000
with most couples investing between $3,800–$6,000 for a complete invitation suite including printing, finishes, and assembly
Included with your Made-to-Measure order
- A personalized project timeline
- Typography pairing and layout refinement
- Wording and etiquette guidance
- Digital mockups of every piece in your order
- Side-by-side design exploration and refinement
- Professional recommendations and support throughout
- Three complimentary revision rounds
- Flexibility to finalize quantities once guest addresses are complete
- Print and production management, from approval through delivery
- Curated presentation options and embellishment pairings such as envelope liners, ribbon, wax seals, and shaped or layered cards
- Premium paper and envelopes
- Letterpress printing in one ink color
- Guest and return address printing
- Full assembly of your invitation suite
- Two keepsake suites in a linen folio
- custom venue illustration
- mailing service
- hand calligraphy
- blind letterpress
- additional ink colors
- foil stamp
available upgrades
After we connect you’ll receive a proposal with an estimate for your stationery.
To ensure a thoughtful, guided experience, I accept a limited number of weddings each season.
Plan to book save the dates at least a year before your wedding, with invitations reserved 6–8 months before your mailing date.
“Sarah is a professional, and you know it immediately. She has a lovely process for brides who can’t meet in person, and provides such helpful insight as the process evolves.”
- Anne and John
“Obsessed with how all the stationery came out. We got so many compliments—people even said they would frame our invitations, that’s how beautiful they were.”
- holly and Brian
“I wanted to thank you for your patience and thoughtfulness during the entire process. I wouldn’t have been able to do it without you.”
- Christine and JanPierre
“Sarah makes everything really easy and straightforward during the process, which took a lot of the stress off my plate… Everything was such high quality and accurately printed.”
- caitlin and Ryan
What to expect in your
wedding invitation proposal
Your proposal provides a starting investment based on your selected finish level.
Rather than asking you to select and price every detail upfront, my proposals outline the scope and process first.
Once the finishing direction is established, you’ll receive a detailed invoice before anything is sent to print.
This approach allows for thoughtful design decisions without locking you into pricing before the vision is fully developed.
example one
tailored
For couples who want a refined presentation where every detail is intentional and never excessive.
Letterpress invitation
and reply card
One insert card
Envelopes with guest
and return addressing
Envelope liner
Typical investment:
$3500–$4000
for 100 suites
$2600 - $2800 for 50 suites
$4600 - $5000 for 150 suites
example two
Textured
A tactile, layered experience for couples whose focus is on how the invitation feels in a guest’s hand.
Letterpress invitation
and reply card
Envelopes with guest
and return addressing
Tactile finishes
like blind letterpress or thick paper
Layered embellishments
like a ribbon with wax seal
Typical investment:
$3200–$3500 for 100 suites
$2300 - $2500 for 50 suites
$4000 - $4300 for 150 suites
example three
Enclosed
Perfect if you want the invitation to reveal details gradually and create a sense of anticipation.
Letterpress invitation
and reply card
One insert card
Envelopes with guest
and return addressing
Gatefold Enclosure
with wax seal or ribbon
Typical investment:
$3800–$4200 for 100 suites
$2700 - $2900 for 50 suites
$4700 - $5300 for 150 suites
Additional services (like custom venue drawings, mailing, and calligraphy) can be added to any Made-to-Measure order.
Your guests’ experience begins with how you present your invitations.
Pricing includes customization through the Made-to-Measure process with full assembly.
Each example below reflects a different couple’s approach.
$650 for 100 cards in flat printing with envelope addressing
$850 for 100 cards in letterpress with envelope addressing
save the date card pricing starts at
There is a $500 minimum
for day of stationery
Investments range from $500 for the basics
(like menus and place cards)
to $9000+ for large, multi-day events
(a fully branded paper experience for a rehearsal dinner and reception)
Let’s transform your vision into a tangible, beautiful reality.
because your wedding deserves nothing less.
Order timeline
Allow 10-12 weeks from start to ship. You'll receive a personalized order timeline after booking to keep everything on schedule.
1. Inquire
9-12 months
before your wedding
Fill out the inquiry form and schedule a call (or request a proposal by email). Optional: Order a sample pack to review while we talk.
2. Proposal
9-12 months
before your wedding
Receive recommended presentation options in your proposal, and select the one that suits you.
3. Book
6-10 months
before your wedding
Sign your contract and pay the retainer to reserve your mailing date and access your client dashboard.
4. Details
5-7 months
before your wedding
Share your event details and see invitation mockups and presentation options. This where we confirm color direction, typography, and overall structure.
5. Refine
3-5 business days
to receive first proof
Review detailed mock-ups of each piece in the order. Three revision rounds are included, and nothing prints until you love every detail.
6. Production
5-7 weeks for printing & finishing
Once approved, your suite moves into production. Each piece is checked for quality and finished in-house.
7. Delivery
1 week before your mailing date
Your invitations arrive fully assembled, neatly organized, and ready to send. Mailing services can be added.
8. Day Of
book 7-8 weeks before wedding
Complete your wedding stationery with coordinating day-of paper goods.
Browse Wedding Day Paper
1. Start
Fill out the inquiry form and schedule a call (or request a proposal by email). Optional: Order a sample pack to review while we talk.
9-12 months
before your wedding
2. Proposal
Receive recommended presentation options in your proposal, and select the one that suits you.
9-12 months
before your wedding
3. Book
Sign your contract and pay the retainer to reserve your mailing date and access your client dashboard.
6-10 months
before your wedding
4. Details
Share your event details and see invitation mockups and presentation options. This where we confirm color direction, typography, and overall structure.
5-7 months
before your wedding
5. Refine
Review detailed mock-ups of each piece in the order. Three revision rounds are included, and nothing prints until you love every detail.
3-5 business days
to receive first proof
6. Production
Once approved, your suite moves into production. Each piece is checked for quality and finished in-house.
5-7 weeks for printing & finishing
7. Delivery
Your invitations arrive fully assembled, neatly organized, and ready to send. Mailing services can be added.
1 week before your mailing date
8. Day Of
Complete your wedding stationery with coordinating day-of paper goods.
Browse Wedding Day Paper
book 7-8 weeks before wedding
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Made-to-measure custom invitations
start at $2500, with most couples investing between $3,800–$6,000 for a complete invitation suite including printing, finishes, and assembly.
How much do custom invitations cost?
Invitations are mailed 2-3 months before the wedding. To reserve your ideal mailing date, book your custom invitation order 7-9 months before your wedding. Save the dates are best booked at least a year in advance, and mailed 9+ months before your wedding.
When should we order wedding invitations? When do we mail wedding invitations?
That’s completely okay, and common!
You don’t need a fully formed vision to get started. I’m there to guide the process, present curated options, and help translate your preferences into a cohesive suite.
What if I don’t know exactly what I want yet?
You don’t need a final guest count to get started - we’ll base the proposal on an estimated quantity. You’ll have flexibility to finalize the number once guest addresses are reviewed.
What if our guest count isn’t finalized yet?
Made-to-Measure gives you the results of bespoke design, with a clear framework that keeps the process streamlined.
Unlike semi-custom, you’re not limited to preset fonts or illustrations. And unlike fully custom, you’re not starting from a blank page or expected to art-direct every decision.
How is Made-to-Measure™ different from semi-custom or fully custom invitations?
Yes. Additional services (like custom venue illustrations or hand calligraphy) can be added to any Made-to-Measure order.
These elements are shown separately in your proposal.
Can we include custom elements like a venue illustration or monogram?
Yes! Ordering a sample box is a great way to see and feel the paper, printing styles, and finishing details in person. Once booked, I can send additional samples that showcase the materials and colors we’ll use in your invitation suite.
You can also view my portfolio to see real couple’s wedding invitation suites.
Can we see samples of past work?
- Annie and John
“Working with Banter & Charm was one of my favorite memories from wedding planning.”
Above all else, Sarah is a professional, and you know it immediately. She has a lovely process for brides who can’t meet in person, and provides such helpful insight as the process evolves. On top of that, she elevated my vision and gave me a keepsake that I will always treasure. Sarah is helpful, creative and so on top of it, I am grateful for her beautiful work!
The stationery checklist every bride needs
free guide!
Stay ahead of deadlines and know exactly what to order (and when) so nothing slips through the cracks.
Stop wasting hours chasing “the one” and start creating invitations that feel like you.
When your stationery sets the right tone, everything else falls into place.