Polka dots are a great way to add a fresh modern look, as shown in Glamour’s article featuring Blake Lively, we used the inspiration in spring’s hottest colors to create these Pear green invitations. The Anjou heavyweight background card and white overlay were wrapped with a lavender grosgrain polka dot wrap for a chic look ($1.10 each with envelope, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AR-ANJO-LAVPOLK.html). Order extra polka dot ribbon for to wrap the bouquets or centerpieces for a cohesive look.
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We love the relaxed, yet elegant vibe of rustic weddings and created these pretty invitations, inspired by this popular trend. Starting with the on trend gray-green Meadow card and layered with a white overlay for a luxurious heavyweight feel. The cards were then wrapped with a romantic lace wrap and satin moss green band ($1.34 for each invitation with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/ARY-MEAD-LAMO.html). The overlay was printed with a vintage flower illustration, that also could be used on place cards, menu cards, programs and favor labels ($14 for a book and cd of 417 images, also from Formal-Invitations.com at http://www.formal-invitations.com/OA-ART-PAIS.html).
I think this gorgeous silk Avalana bridal gown ($450 from Coast London) also lends the same, elegant-rustic look with a modern edge… love the high/low hemline!
This stunning Carolina Herrara bridal gown, worn by Bella in the latest Twilight movie, is made out of crepe satin and French Chantilly lace. The dress will be available at her CHNY boutiques next year and Alfred Angelo will be selling a replica in select stores, priced at $799.
Inspired by the gorgeous lace detail, we created these beautiful custom printed wedding invitations in wisteria (though any color can be used at no extra charge). The rustic vintage border and fresh modern color was perfect match, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/PC-RUSV-WIST.html ($164/100).
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For pure romance, we used vintage clip art in a lace and floral pattern with these exquisite wedding invitations. A heavyweight Frost blue-gray background card was layered with the printed overlay and attached with a pearl jewel brad (78¢ each from Formal-Invitations.com) order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AD-FROS-PERL.html, the clip art is also available form Formal-Invitations.com for $14, which includes 139 elegant floral images in book and on a cd. Use the image throughout your event for a unified look.
We also love this glimmering rhinestone headband from Twigs and Honey, featuring countless rhinestones, hand wired rhinestone leaves, pearl bead and metallic bead accents.
Roses are ancient symbols of love and beauty and a perfect theme for modern weddings. These beautiful invitations were created using a heavyweight handmade card made from recycled cotton embedded with real rose petals and bits of grass. The cards were layered with translucent vellum, and attached with a sparkling pink quartz crystal brad for a contemporary touch. Order from Formal-Invitations.com ($1.06 each) at http://www.formal-invitations.com/APD-ROSE-QUAR.html. Order petal paper invitations through July, and take 25% off with code PETAL25 when checking out, offer expires 7-31-2011.
We also love these Le Chocolat en Rose Truffles from Vosges Gourmet Chocolates which combine Piper Heidsieck brut rosè Champagne in 65% cacao dark chocolate, rolled in fragrant rose bud poudre. The name of these truffles is inspired by Edith Piaf’s signature song, La Vie en Rose which in French means “life through rose-colored glasses” or literally “life in pink.”
Glamour magazine’s asked their readers if the current lace trend is a “do” or “don’t” and received an overwhelming “do” for this exquisite fabric. We used this idea for these beautiful, romantic wedding invitations wrapped in lace and embellished with a pearl brad ($1.30 from Formal-Invitations.com). The overlay was printed with vintage floral clip art for extra-romance, also available from Formal-Invitations.com ($14 for a book and cd of 139 images), order from http://www.formal-invitations.com/ARD-VANL-LAPE.html.
This romantic wedding invitation features a pale gray-blue heavyweight background card and white overlay, tied together with a sheer chiffon ribbon and adorned with a small brass cherub charm ($1.06 each with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com), order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/ACB-FROS-CHER.html. They also carry over 50 other charm designs and background colors, to mix and match for your own unique design.
We also love these lovely Shimmer White Pearl and Quartz Bridal Earrings from Orange & Blossom; modern and sophisticated, they gleam with white Rock Crystal Quartz and iridescent white coin pearls. Handmade in Hawaii exclusively for Orange & Blossom ($34).
As seen in InStyle magazine, soft is in for the upcoming spring season and taking a modern approach by pairing the pastels with a sleek accessories for pure elegance. We used the idea to create these gorgeous pink wedding invitations using the heavyweight Magnolia card, layered with a white overlay then wrapped with a delicate unryu sash and contemporary gray satin belly band. The sophisticated invitations were a great value at only $1.02 for a diy kit or $147 for 100 printed invitations from Formal-Invitations.com. We printed the overlay with vintage Japanese clip art of gingko leaves ($14 for 454 images the clip art book and on cd from also Formal-Invitations.com). Order kit and clip art at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AY-MAGN-UNGR.html
Butterflies are though to symbolize new beginnings and we used this appropriate motif for these chic pear green wedding invitations. The white overlay was printed with a vintage illustration of a butterfly ($14 from http://www.formal-invitations.com for a clip art book of 1268 images with cd), which could also be used to print on return address envelope labels, favor labels or tags, menu and programs for a uniform look. The invitation overlay was layered with heavyweight Anjou background card and wrapped with a delicate unryu sash embedded with gold threads (90¢ each, with envelope from http://www.formal-invitations.com).
We also loved this vintage beaded bridal clutch from Orange & Blossom ($67) made in Belgium by hand. This designer handbag by Walborg features a stunning butterfly design in white beads, which shines on a cream/ivory background. A gorgeous vintage touch alongside any wedding gown.
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Inspired by Tiffany & Co.’s modern floral collection, we created these gorgeous aqua blue wedding invitations using the heavyweight Tiffany blue background card and white overlay embellished with an embossed paper flower and sparkling Aquamarine jewel brad ($1.02 from Formal-Invitations.com, including envelope).
These lovely pink wedding invitations from Formal-Invitations.com (66¢ each with envelope) feature a sparkling Rose Quartz crystal brad, heavyweight Magnolia pink card and white overlay printed with a beautiful image of a cherub. The vintage clip art, also from Formal-Invitations.com ($14) includes a book 556 vintage holiday images plus a cd of scanned images for easy placement. The image would look great on wedding favor labels, menu cards and place cards, as well.
We also love the vintage Starlet necklace, perfect for both clean-lined modern or enchanted ballgown wedding dresses. ($195) from Orange & Blossom, a highly edited shop curated to appeal to modern couples seeking something beautiful, different, real.
These chic pale blue wedding invitations were inspired by the strapless silk taffeta bridesmaid dress in Silver Moon by AnnTaylor.com. We love the sophisticated shade of gray-blue paired with sparkling stones necklace for a little bling. For the invitation, we used the Frost blue heavyweight card and white overlay, embellished with an embossed paper White flower and Diamond crystal brad for only 98¢, including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com.
