A Wedding Invitation Guests CAN’T Forget
How's this for creativity? And perfect if you're like Brooklyn Bride and resolve to use more neon in 2012. Check out the adorable video invitation below, created in three days using TONS and TONS of post-its, and get inspired to dream up your own totally unique wedding invites! With some outside the box thinking, and an infusion of your personalities, hobbies, likes and loves, your wedding guests will be amped to save-the-date and attend your I Do's. So now we want to know......
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Splurge or Save: Fancy Calligraphy Wedding Invitations
Last time on “Splurge or Save”, we ogled pricey designer pumps - but this week we’re discussing something that’s a little more fundamental to your wedding…the invites! They say the invitation sets the tone for the entire celebration - so while a free e-vite is fabulous for your budget, it might not be the best option if you want your event to be a formal, black-tie affair. That’s not to say it can’t be done! (Subject: BLACK TIE OR DIE) Invitations...
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Personalize Your Wedding with Silhouettes
Silhouettes are such an easy way to personalize your wedding, especially on your invitations. From there, you can work them into all your paper goods, from the wedding reception menu's to the escort cards, even having 1" pins made for your guests! Photo credits: OnceWed, The House That Lars Built, Pantry Press, Paper Crave, J Fletcher Design
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Wedding invitation tip: The 75% rule
It is hard to rationalize why any of your friends or family members wouldn't want to come and join you in celebrating you big day. I find this especially hard when you are putting a year into wedding planning and you know how excited you are for the day to arrive. Believe it or not, the 75% rule (of all the guests you invite, plan for a 75% acceptance rate) tends to hold pretty true pending a few variables. Trust me, you will start to think that your wedding is different...
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Wedding Planning Timelines: Invitations and Stationery
Within your long wedding planning checklist, many of the major tasks have their own timelines and to do's. When it comes to your wedding stationery, picking the perfect design is just one of the many tasks. But the real fun begins as soon as the engagement ring is on your pretty little finger! We know it can be overwhelming thinking about all that needs to happen leading up to your wedding day. Use this wedding stationery timeline to stay on track and stress-free! You're engaged! ...
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15 Eco-Friendly Wedding Invitations
You don't have to sacrifice style to plan an eco-friendly wedding! Etsy provides endless inspiration and must-have bespoke wedding finds. And whether you'd like to go green with your wedding dress, guest favors, bridal bouquet, or wedding invitations, Etsy has got you covered! Once you decide to plan an eco-friendly wedding, a fantastic place to start is with recycled wedding invitations. We're all aware of the damaging impact of weddings on the environment, and eco-chic...
Gorgeous Spring Wedding Invitations from Wedding Paper Divas
We love us some Wedding Paper Divas! And if you take this quick survey, you'll score an exclusive discount code for $10 off $99 or more on your favorite WPD stationery and products. You'll also be entered to win a $100 Amazon gift card! So share your thoughts to get the discount and possibly win! Oh, and don't forget to check out these gorgeous wedding invitation designs perfect for spring and summer weddings! If you loved our citrus wedding inspiration, you'll love the design...
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Wedding Guest Attire Questions: What to Wear When
The proper guest attire depends on the style and season of the wedding. Will you include dress code information on your wedding invitations? Prince William and Kate Middleton did! Their dress code was 'Uniform, Morning Coat or Lounge Suit'. Yours will likely be different, and you'll want to know (and understand) all your options before mailing the invites. And what better inspiration than the red carpet at Monday’s Met gala honoring Alexander McQueen?! Let's dig in: •Black...
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Wedding Invitation Etiquette: How to Address Your Wedding Guests
Wondering how to properly address your wedding invitations? Follow the guide below and you'll be golden! Even wedding etiquette guru Emily Post will give you two thumbs up for addressing your guests in the proper fashion. Wedding Guest Types and Proper Salutations 1. Married Couple: Mr. and Mrs. John Doe 2. Married Couple with kids (under 18) living at home: Mr. and Mrs. John Doe and family 3. Married Couple, wife kept maiden name: Ms. Jane Becker and Mr. John Doe 4. Married...
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5 Unique, Chic Wedding Save-the-Dates
Have you ever received a totally unique save-the-date in the mail? A save-the-date that makes you pick up the phone and call your sister/fiancé/best friend/planner, and say, "OMG you will not believe the save-the-date for Johnny and Jill's wedding!" If you've received a pre-wedding invitation that made you swoon, you understand what a big statement your little save-the-date can make. Check out these 5 unique, chic, adorable save the dates and share your ideas in the comment section...
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