glass bead invitations with envelope and foam mailing protector from Formal-Invitations.com). The pumpkin motif was also carried through on the personalized placecards for a unified look, available at http://www.formal-invitations.com/placecards.html.
Perfect for a fall wedding or event favors, these beautiful dipped fruits from Fran’s chocolate are made from Calimyrna figs, organic almonds, and organic ginger – with premium single-origin chocolate to create a subtle harmony of flavors that’s as delightful as it is delicious.
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Looking for a unique and modern invitation? We love the organic look of these hand marbled fine paper sashes, in luxe hues of green, pink, orange and metallic gold (no two are alike), wrapped around a rich heavyweight ivy green card and crisp white overlay ($1.18 from Formal-Invitations.com). The modern sash is a great contrast to the vintage monogram, which could also be printed on favors, menus and programs. Order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AS-IVY-MARBLE.html.
We also love these one-of-a-kind birthstone necklaces from Prismera.com, with the same mod-organic vibe, perfect for bridesmaids or holiday gifts ($75-$160). The collection took the concept of birthstone jewelry and gave it a stylish update. They are delicate clusters of aquamarine and pyrite, keishi pearl and rock crystal, ruby and lapis lazuli. Mini gem collages that are eclectic, edgier, and much more suited to your sophisticated, grown up self.
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For halloween weddings and events, we created these modern wedding invitations using a heavyweight Jet black background card and white overlay, tied up with a ghostly translucent unryu sash and bright pumpkin orange grosgrain belly band. The gothic monogram was printed on the overlay with vintage ornate letters and initials clip art ($16 for book with cd from Formal-Invitations.com). These invitations were a treat for a non-scary price of $1.14 each, including 100% recycled envelope, order from http://www.formal-invitations.com/AY-JET-UNOR.html
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I was inspired by Princess Sophie of Isenburg who wed Prince Georg Friedrich Ferdinand of Prussia this past weekend, for a royal-inspired fall wedding invitation idea… I just love her elegant look; perfect hair and makeup, modern gown and beautiful vintage floral tiara.
For these custom printed invitations, I used pale celery green color for the background, added a modern monogram and vintage acorn artwork, then layered the printed invitation with a heavyweight Chocolate brown card for added weight and dimension ($188/100 for custom printed invitation with backing card and envelope from Formal-Invitations.com, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/PC-ROYL-FEAT.html).
What do you think of her look?
August 24, 2011
Perfect for a cozy holiday wedding or event, these deep forest green holiday invitations feature a blue plaid ribbon and rice paper unryu sash embellishments ($1.54 each from Formal-Invitations.com, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/ARS-FORS-UNBP.html). The overlay was printed with a vintage illustration of a reindeer ($14 for a clip art book and cd of 1500 images also from Formal-Invitations.com). The reindeer image could also be printed on favor labels, gift tags, menus, programs and address labels for a unified look. For additional savings, take 20% off all holiday invitations with code HOLIDAY20, offer expires 8-31-2011 at midnight, view the holiday invites at http://www.formal-invitations.com/holiday-invitations.html.
To compliment the rich green, we like these deep red rose from FiftyFlowers.com. The Black Magic rose is one of the deepest, darkest red roses on the market. Its large velvety head fully opens into a captivating star-shaped bloom. This dark red rose would add a magical touch to any wedding bouquet, table centerpiece or flower arrangement. The bulk Ecuadorian roses are shipped fresh in bud form at wholesale prices.
These fabulous fall wedding invitations feature a rich dark Chocolate brown background cards and white overlay wrapped with a delicate unryu rice paper sash and jacquard band embroidered with gold metallic threads. The Ivry, Merlot, Goldenrod, Papaya and Eggplant purple would also go well with this wrap, you can request a substitution of any of these colors at no extra charge. ($1.54 from Formal-Invitations.com, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AY-CHOC-NEUN.html)
Perfect for a winery-themed wedding or event, these rich purple invitations were made using the heavyweight Eggplant card and white overlay, wrapped with a romantic lace and moss satin wrap ($1.34 each from Formal-Invitations.com). The overlay was printed with vintage grape illustration ($14 for a book of 1268 images plus cd from Formal-Invitations.com) and would also look great printed on the program, favor labels and place cards. Order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/ARY-EGGP-LAMO.html.
Celebrate with Organic Cabernet Sauvignon ($16) from Frey Vineyards, featuring a deep purple color with black cherry, berry and herb aromas that follow through on a round, supple entry to a dry-yet-fruity full body, topped with nutmeg notes. Sip it slowly with Fair Trade organic chocolate.
Invitations should be ordered approximately three months before your event, giving you time to print (or have printed), plus shipping, assembling and addressing. Your announcements for November events should be mailed in September, six to eight weeks before the event date as a general rule.
For fall invitations, we used beautiful leaves for inspiration, using a heavyweight deep purple card and white overlay wrapped with a delicate rice paper unryu sash and metallic gold cording. A real skeletonized leaf was tucked between the sash and overlay for a unique look, standing out from typical flat cards ($1.46 each from Formal-Invitations.com, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/ALS-EGGP-NUGC.html)
Continuing the leaf theme, we also like these dried lemon leaves, or salal for decorations (they also make a great wreath base). The salal leaves are on the stem, harvested at the peak of freshness then preserved to retain their flexibility and olive green color. The leaves are approximately 2″ to 4″ long on stems approximately 16″ long. 8-12 stems per bunch from Flyboy Naturals (on sale for $17 per bunch).
Each season, Pantone surveys the designers of New York Fashion Week to identify the most directional colors: “Designers take a painterly approach to fall 2011 by artfully combining bright colors with staple neutrals, reminiscent of how an artist would construct a stunning work of art,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “Much like a painter’s masterpiece, there is a certain romance to this season’s palette.”
We used their picks and paired them with crystal brads embellishments if you want just a touch of the latest hues. Try Mandarin orange, Amethyst, Tourmaline green, Aquamarine, Topaz Pearl or Zircon blue crystal brads for your invitations or anywhere you want a little sparkle. ($4 for a pack of 25 at http://www.formal-invitations.com/invitation-brads.html).
If your wedding or event is in October, order your invitation in July so you will have plenty of time to diy or have printed, assemble, address and mail out your announcements… invitations should be mailed six to eight weeks before your event.
We put together this fall invitation idea for October weddings or events using a modern green heavyweight card and white overlay wrapped with floral lace and a chic blue plaid tartan wrap ($1.74 each from Formal-Invitations.com, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AR-ANJO-LABP.html). The overlay was printed with a simple monogram, using the typeface Century Gothic… the rest was set in Lichten Script for a nice contrast.
Continuing the lace theme, we found this gorgeous rhinestone and french chantilly headband from TwigsandHoney.com ($185). ultra pretty with a 100% silk ribbon self-tie, available in white lace (as pictured) or ivory lace.
Perfect for a late summer or autumn wedding, these unique fall wedding invitations feature a 100% recycled rich yellow heavyweight background card and white overlay wrapped with luxe gold metallic cording that was strung with black, brown and amber glass beads, for truly distinctive announcements that stand out from the rest. The overlay was custom printed with vintage sunflower image ($164 for 100 from Formal-Invitations.com), and ships with mail protector and 100% recycled premium envelopes, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AG-GROD-EART.html.
Also checkout Fiftyflowers.com for another great value, they offer six “Sunflowers and Gerbera Daisies Bridal Centerpieces” for $129 including shipping… this package features an assortment of yellows and oranges that truly captivate the colors of fall, fresh from their farm to your doorstep.
Goldenrod Wedding Invitations with Unryu and Silver Satin Belly Band
As featured in Instyle, marigold yellow is “a playful yellow that demands attention, this buttery shade adds a warm glow…”, we used this on-trend shade with these chic yellow wedding invitations using the Goldenrod background card and white overlay wrapped with a delicate unryu sash and silver satin band ($1.14 each from Formal-Invitations.com). We printed the overlay with a vintage floral design as a contrast to the modern look. This beautiful invitation clip art, also available from Formal-Invitations.com ($14 for a book of 417 images) can also be used on place cards, favors and programs throughout your event for a cohesive look. These invites and envelopes are also made from 100% recycled post-consumer fibers, making them earth-friendly as well. Order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AY-GROD-SVUN.html
