How to Address Wedding Invitation Envelopes Your wedding invitations are so much more than paper: they’re the very first glimpse your guests get of your celebration. And before anyone sees your invitation, they see the envelope. The names and addresses on the front are what make each one personal, and getting them right sets the […]
Save the Date Wording 101: What to Include, How to Say It, and Why It Matters Save the dates aren’t just the first piece of wedding mail your guests will receive! They’re the warmup, the friendly “Hey, mark your calendar!” that sets the stage for everything to come. But if you’re not sure what to […]
Overwhelmed with all the information out there about wedding stationery? In this post, I’m breaking down my top 5 tips for dealing with wedding stationery so you can tackle your invitations quickly and focus on checking off the rest of the items on your wedding planning to-do list.
Wedding Insert Card Wording Guide So you’ve tackled your wedding invitation wording, figured out your RSVP by date and reply card wording, and decided whether you need a reception card or not. But where do you put your wedding website? And what about hotel accommodations, directions, and the welcome dinner details? Getting overwhelmed? Don’t worry! […]
Letterpress, foil, or flat printing: here’s how to find the perfect fit for your suite Before planning your wedding, chances are you never had to think about printing styles—let alone decide between foil stamping, letterpress, or flat printing. Totally normal. Most brides don’t come into the process knowing what blind letterpress or white ink digital […]
Choosing the color palette for your wedding invitations is one of the most exciting steps in the design process. Color sets the tone, hints at the style of your celebration, and gives guests a first glimpse of what to expect. But with so many colors to choose from, deciding which ones to use can feel […]
When it comes to wedding invitations, the design and colors aren’t the only things that create a memorable impression—your choice of paper type and color plays a huge role, too. At Banter & Charm, I believe that every detail, down to the paper, should reflect the style and quality of your celebration. From crisp, bright […]
Gold foil, copper, rose gold: here’s how to get that shiny, luxe finish on your wedding suite If you’ve been researching wedding invitations for any length of time, chances are you’ve come across a photo that stopped you in your tracks: crisp cotton paper, perfectly pressed typography, and a shimmer of gold foil that practically […]
Flat printing for save the dates, day-of details, envelope liners, and everything that calls for color If you’ve fallen in love with a floral save the date or a wedding detail card with watercolor illustrations, chances are it was produced using flat printing (also known as digital printing or full color printing). While I specialize […]
You probably haven’t given envelopes much thought. They’re not the star of the show, but here’s the secret: envelopes are the very first impression your guests will have of your wedding. Long before they see the invitation, they’re holding that envelope in their hands, and it’s already telling them what kind of celebration to expect. […]