Midnight Blue Wedding Invitations with Deco Jacquard Wrap $1.10
This fabulous metallic blue wedding invitations features a sparkling metallic dark blue heavyweight card wrapped with an exquisite black and silver embroidered jacquard wrap, perfect for a New Years party or event. The overlay was printed with vintage holiday clip art ($14 from Formal-Invitations.com for a book of 556 images plus cd), for a cool, retro look. A great value for luxe invitations at only $1.22 from Formal-Invitations.com. Order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AR-MidnDeco.html
The cocktail jelly beans from Beau-Coup.com would also make a chic favor, choose from four colorful jelly bean mixers: cosmopolitan, bellini, mojito and lemon drop.
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These metallic blue wedding invitations feature vintage artwork and a ruby crystal brad, perfect for a July 4th, military, patriotic wedding or political event. The 100% recycled overlay was printed with a vintage stars and stripes illustration ($14 from Formal-Invitations.com), which could be used throughout your event on place cards, menu cards and programs for a cohesive look. We used a sparkling ruby red crystal brad to attach the overlay to the metallic blue heavy weight card (78¢ each with 100% recycled envelope from Formal-Invitations.com, a family owned and operated boutique), order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AD-NAVY-RUBY.html.
We also love these all natural, bio-degradable freeze dried rose petals from Flyboynaturals.com for a splash of red, …the perfect eco-friendly choice for corporate events, rose petal walkways, table decorations and plane fly overs. They are non-staining, not slippery and grown in the USA.
Inspired by Kate and William’s wedding invitation, we used the simple, elegant design in a horizontal format to create these custom printed announcements ($164 for 100 from Formal-Invitations.com).
We chose Navy from their modern color palette, paired with an elegant graphic from their extensive selection of artwork, for a bit of tradition. Select from 35 colors, 100′s of illustrations or provide your own at no extra charge….plus this week only take 10% off all royal-style custom invitations using code ROYAL10 through April 29th, midnight. Order from http://www.formal-invitations.com/PC-ROYL-BOUQ.html.
The wedding invitations for Prince William and Catherine (Kate) Middleton were sent out last week and the simple design, emblazed with an insignia of Queen Elizabeth, made an elegant statement.
Inspired by the invitation, Formal-Invitations.com created a new royal line using a modern color palette and vintage illustrations. The horizontal 5×7 custom cards are printed to your specifications on 30% recycled stock …use the designs shown or choose from their unique collection of artwork and colors for a truly personal announcement.
Fit for a princess, but at a commoners price, these invitations make an elegant statement at a great price at only $164 for 100. Order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/custom-printed-cards.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).
We have put together a list of our top ten resources for a chic, yet cheap wedding for the modern bride who wants to spend wisely for her upcoming wedding, but doesn’t want to settle. She might be scaling back her budget, but she doesn’t want to scale back her expectations.
- Skip the traditional bridal gown, and consider buying a bridesmaid’s or other formal dress in ivory or silver. We love anntaylor.com for elegant full length silk dresses from $295.
- Make wedding invitations yourself using your computer; look for high-quality heavyweight papers and embellishments and avoid the perforated, flimsy sets. Go to http://www.formal-invitations.com for premium do-it-yourself wedding invitations around $1 each. For further savings, skip the second envelope and use reply postcards or an online rsvp service.
- Simple yet impressive wedding favors can be made from wrapped ring boxes with bows ($20 for 48) from jewelrysupply.com, filled with miniature wrapped mints, soaps or seeds.
- Order a small wedding cake decorated with fresh organic flowers for display, and serve guests from a sheet cake.
- Contact local universities for qualified and inexpensive musicians and photographers. If you emphasize your need for photojournalists or portrait specialists, professors will be able to direct you to their best students.
- Consider having the wedding party members carry one dramatic stemmed flower, and use bud vases to hold them as part of a stylish head table decoration. Repeat this understated theme on guest tables and avoid expensive fussy arrangements. Try fiftyflowers.com for fragrant purple freesias …just $149 for 80-100 stems.
- Hold the ceremony and reception at the same site to save on flowers, decorations, site fees and transportation.
- Instead of an open bar, serve beer, wine and one signature drink, search recipes at brides.com.
- For your reception, consider a brunch, high tea, or late afternoon jazz reception, held during off-peak hours.
- Silver shoes are great for your wedding and definitely wearable after your event, we found these gorgeous Badgley Mischka shoes for $60 (normally $200) at 6pm.com, also checkout their accessory department for jewelry and bridesmaids gifts.
These fabulous wedding invitations were inspired by the French silk brocade pumps ($675) from Christian Louboutin, shown in Bride’s magazine. We chose the vintage Peony Floral Broder design from Formal-Invitations.com custom printed card collection and changed the border from navy to scarlet red for a little pop of color ($160 for 100). The cards were printed on extra-heavyweight 140# matte stock (30% recycled) for luxe feel at a super affordable price. Invites can be ordered from http://www.formal-invitations.com/custom-printed-cards.html.
These beach wedding invitations feature a vintage artwork border of tropical leaves and flowers …perfect for a destination wedding. Invites were custom printed by Formal-Invitations.com on extra heavy 140# card stock from their custom printed card collection.
We changed the interior color from Mimosa to Navy and used the Century Gothic font with a monogram for a more modern touch (at no extra charge). Prices include envelopes and vary from 85¢ to $2.45, depending on quantity, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/custom-printed-cards.html
These royal wedding invitations were inspired by Kate Middleton and Prince William of Wales and their upcoming wedding. We used elegant navy blue paired with a sparkling Sapphire brad, wrapped with lace and a white grosgrain belt. The vintage illustration was added to the overlay for a bit of tradition ($16 for a book of clip 1517 illustrations from Formal-Invitations.com), lace for some romance and the grosgrain belt for a modern touch. Kate’s engagement ring is a beautiful sapphire, and we added the blue crystal brad for sentiment and sparkle. These invitations have the look of royalty, but fortunately, a paupers price of only $1.42 each, with envelope from http://www.formal-invitations.com/ADR-NAVY-LCSA.html
Ever wished you could make a few changes to invitation designs, without extra fees? Formal-Invitations.com now offers the ability to change any of their custom printed card designs to your specifications. Select alternate hues from their color palette or provide a swatch for them to match. Personalize with their extensive collection of vintage artwork or send them your copyright-free artwork or photos to use… all at no extra charge. Invitations are printed on extra-heavyweight 140#, 30% recycled card stock and include envelopes, prices range from 85¢ to $2.45 each, depending on quantity order. Visit http://www.formal-invitations.com for all of their affordable and unique options.
