This modern strapless Gracen silk dress from J.Crew.com ($215) features a simple silhouette in a stunning color. We used the same contemporary inspiration to create these fabulous black and aqua blue wedding invitations. The heavyweight Jet Black background card and white overlay were wrapped with a delicate Unryu sash embedded with gold threads for a little sparkle layered with a satin Turquoise belly band. Even though they look like they cost a fortune, they were an affordable 98¢ each, with envelope from http://www.formal-invitations.com.
Black Invitation Ideas
We love the vintage artwork featured in these whimsical black wedding invitations, from Formal-Invitations.com ($14 for a book of 556 holiday clip art illustrations, plus cd) …the image could also be used on menu cards, place cards and wedding programs, as well as the invitation for continuity.
To make these beautiful invites, the Jet black background card and printed overlay, were wrapped with a black and white damask paper sash (94¢ with envelope, also from Formal-Invitations.com), for a fun, yet sophisticated look.
These stunning black and white wedding invitations were inspired by the modern and romantic Chanel fashions. We used the Jet black heavyweight card and crisp white overlay wrapped with a floral lace wrap layered with black grosgrain ribbon for a luxe, sophisticated look that is surprisingly affordable ($1.18 each with envelope, from Formal-Invitations.com).
Onyx Black Wedding Invitations with Kochi Sash 90¢
Bold black and white graphic prints are still hot as shown in Elle magazine’s latest fashion collection, and we incorporated this continuing trend in these modern wedding invitations. The heavyweight Onyx black background card and crisp white overlay, were wrapped with a fine paper sash printed with a Japanese print, creating a contemporary look for the modern bride. The invites were also a great value at only 90¢ each, including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com.
Onyx Black Wedding Invitations with Red Heart Brad 62¢
Elle magazine’s fashion first look features dramatic black with bold red embellishments. We used this inspiration to created these black wedding invitations using the heavyweight Onyx background card layered with a crisp white overlay, then embellished with a metallic red heart brad. The price was also a dramatically low 62¢ each, including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com.
Onyx Black Wedding Invitations with Unryu and Cobalt Bands 94¢
Coco Chanel was a pioneering French fashion designer whose modernist philosophy, menswear-inspired fashions, and pursuit of simplicity made her an important figure in fashion. Elle magazine’s collection of Chanel’s French seaside inspired looks gave us the idea for these layered wedding invitations with bellybands. The heavyweight Onyx black background card and crisp white overlay were wrapped with a translucent Unryu sash and a Cobalt blue grosgrain ribbon for très beau invitations. The very beautiful invitations only look expensive at only 94¢ each, including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com.
Onyx Black Wedding Invitations with Unryu Sash and Red Velvet Bands $1.18
Red and black make a stylish statement this holiday season, as shown in Bride’s magazine. We love the modern lines and stripes and used the pattern to create these stunning black wedding invitations. The heavyweight Onyx background card and snow white overlay were wrapped with a delicate unryu sash and rich, red velvet ribbon for a luxurious effect. Even though they look expensive, they were only $1.18 each, with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com. The overlay was printed with vintage clip art, also available from Formal-Invitations.com ($14 for a book of 1517 images with cd for easy placement). The artwork can be printed on favors, place cards, menu and programs for a cohesive look throughout your event.
Onyx black wedding invitations with Red Plaid Wrap $1.02
Glamour magazine‘s top looks for the year included red-hot plaid. We used this chic trend to create these cozy holiday invitations using the heavyweight Onyx black background card and white overlay embellished with a tartan plaid fabric wrap. The overlay was printed with vintage holiday clip art for a cool, retro look available from Formal-Invitations.com ($14 for a book and cd of 556 images). These invitations were also an easy $1.02 each, including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com.
These cool winter wedding invitations were created using a Onyx black heavyweight background card and snow white overlay wrapped with a beautiful fine paper Winter sash.The sash features sparkling glitter snowflakes for a bit of glamour …even though they look expensive, these luxe invitations were only 98¢ each, with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com. We also love the hand-crystallized ring pillow from originalrunners.com and swarovski snowflake brooches at paristiaras.com for an elegant winter wedding or event, both seen in Brides’s latest issue.
