No. 13: The Basilica Suite
Traditional Catholic wedding invitations
starting at $2300 for 100
The Basilica suite was first created for a couple planning a Notre Dame wedding and has since become a client favorite. Over the years, it’s evolved into a full wedding stationery suite that’s the perfect fit for any couple planning a Catholic wedding!
The collection features hand-drawn illustrations of iconic Notre Dame landmarks (like the Golden Dome and the Basilica of the Sacred Heart). But it’s not just for Notre Dame weddings! Commission a custom drawing of your own church to highlight the place you’ll exchange vows.
If you’re planning a Nuptial Mass and want your invitations to reflect that reverence, the Basilica Suite offers the perfect starting point. With its classic layout, formal typography, and meaningful illustrations, it’s a beautiful fit for cathedral ceremonies and church weddings.
Choose the colors, paper, wording, and decorative elements to make this invitation uniquely yours. View the styling guide to see curated options for monograms, illustrations, patterns, and finishing touches that you can mix and match to your heart’s content.
Flawlessly coordinate your wedding stationery from start to finish. Each foundational suite includes a full range of designs from save the dates to wedding day paper and everything in between.
Allow at least 8-12 weeks from start to ship for letterpress invitations. After booking, you’ll receive a personalized timeline for your order, so you know what to expect, and when to expect it.
Faith based details, designed with tradition in mind
This suite was made to be tailored, not worn off the rack.
TThe Basilica Suite sets the tone for a traditional Catholic wedding, offering guests an elegant first glimpse of the celebration to come. It’s traditional and timeless, with thoughtful details that can be customized to reflect your celebration.
Coordinating save the date cards introduce your wedding, while matching day-of stationery (like ceremony programs, dinner menus, place cards, and table numbers) carry the theme through every paper element.
The Styling Guide includes hand-drawn illustrations of iconic Notre Dame landmarks, but you’re not limited to what you see here. Swap in your own church or ceremony site, choose a monogram from the design library, or add a decorative border or pattern to complement your wedding style.
Want to keep things simple? A clean typographic layout with one featured illustration sets a classic tone. Prefer something more detailed? Layer in matching envelope liners, wax seals, or calligraphy accents for a fully styled invitation suite.
However you personalize it, the Basilica Suite brings meaning, tradition, and elegance together, giving you invitations that feel as intentional as the wedding ceremony itself.
font pairings
decorative elements
Start with a featured layout as shown, or make it your own.
Every Made-to-Measure order begins here.
Included
in every order
ink color
envelope color
choice of layout
paper color
address printing
wording
printing style
Browse a curated selection of monograms, crests, borders, patterns, and illustrations from each suite’s styling guide. Visit the full design library for additional options.
edge finishes
venue illustrations
Inserts and finishing touches are offered à la carte giving you the freedom to pick what fits your vision.
UPGRADES & EMBELLISHMENTS
add blind letterpress
die cut shapes
double thick paper
add foil
wax seals
silk ribbon
envelope liners
wraps + gatefolds
insert cards
belly bands
for our save the dates, invitation suite, and day-of wedding stationery. She 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.
- Kayla and Ben
Sarah helped us create our dream paper goods
Booking & Details
6-10 months before your wedding
Design Process
3-5 business days to receive first proof
Production
5-7 weeks for production & finishing
Delivery
based on your mailing date
timeline
on average, The invitation process takes 8-12 weeks from start to ship
After booking, you’ll receive a personalized timeline with milestones and deadlines to keep the order on schedule.
Production timelines are fixed based on the printing method and finishes in the order.
I’ll get to work on proofs as soon as you submit your wording and details.
After that, the timeline is really up to you! (It depends on how quickly you share feedback and how many changes we make.)
Still in research mode? I’ve got you covered.
Order samples, explore the design process, and review pricing for popular invitation suite combinations so you can move forward with confidence.
I send your first proof 3–5 business days after submitting your details. From there, the timeline depends on your feedback and revisions. On average, most suites are finalized and printed within 8–10 weeks.
How long does it take?
Not at all. You’ll start with a Foundational Design, then customize with fonts, colors, and details as we go. My Styling Guides keep choices simple and coordinated, so you won’t feel overwhelmed.
Do I have to choose everything right now?
Every suite begins with the essentials: your invitation and reply card with envelopes and addressing. From there, you can add inserts, embellishments, or upgrades à la carte to build a suite that feels just right for your wedding.
What’s included in an invitation suite?
Yes! I recommend ordering a sample box so you can feel the cotton paper, see different printing styles, and flip through embellishment options. Letterpress is a tactile experience, and it’s best appreciated in person.
Can I see samples before I commit?
No problem. You can add or remove items anytime before final approval. I include three rounds of revisions, and additional rounds can be added if needed. Nothing goes to print until you love it.
What if I make changes after booking?
Yes! Programs, menus, place cards, signage, and more. All designed with the same Made-to-Measure process so your wedding paper looks cohesive from start to finish.
Do you offer matching day-of stationery?
you’re setting the stage for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration
You’re not just picking paper
Let’s transform your vision into a tangible, beautiful reality— because your wedding deserves nothing less.