Cherry red is a hot color right now, according to Instyle Magazine, we used a splash of it in this elegant black invitation, perfect for the holidays and winter weddings. The heavyweight Jet black background cards was layered with a crisp white overlay, and attached with a black onyx jewel brad. The cards were then wrapped with a dramatic cherry red grosgrain band. The price was also dramatically low at only 98¢ including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AYD-JET-CHON.html.
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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.”
Perfect for a red and silver themed event, these glamorous scarlet red wedding invitations were wrapped with a metallic silver cording that was strung with silver, clear and pearl glass beads. These unique invites ship with a protective thin foam sheet for mailing ($1.14 each with envelope and protector from Formal-Invitations.com), order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AG-SCAR-ICE.html.
We also love with the ultra-flattering silk Cecelia dress from J. Crew in vintage burgundy ($225), paired with the Lumiani silver leather strappy shoes ($35 from 6pm.com) and a Simplicity Silver & Swarovski Crystal Lariat Necklace ($78 from Orange & Blossom) to complete the look.
For pure romance, we used the heavyweight Merlot wine background card and white overlay wrapped with delicate unryu and white satin belly bands to create these romantic wedding invitations (98¢ each with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com). The overlay was printed with vintage clip art ($14 for a book and cd of 556 holiday images, also from Formal-Invitations.com) which can also be used throughout the event on menu cards, place cards and programs …the monogram letter inside the heart was added for a modern look.
We also like these favor boxes from MyWeddingReceptionIdeas.com to match your burgundy or merlot wine wedding colors. Each 2 x 2 box features a clear, heart shaped window, making them ideal for displaying colored treats that will accent the place settings at your guest tables. Tie a piece of ribbon around each box for additional color and contrast.
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 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.
Instyle magazine featured a collection of heart-themed items for Valentine’s Day and we used the idea to create these lovely red wedding invitations. The heavyweight Scarlet red background card and white overlay were adorned with a beautiful solid brass heart charm, attached with a white mini brad. We also loved the price at only 86¢ each, including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com.
Magnolia Pink Wedding Invitations with Latte Belt and Brass Buckle $1.02
Bride’s magazine featured a gorgeous palette of feminine and sophisticated neutrals using soft pale pink and satiny brown. We used these beautiful hues to create these pink wedding invitations using the heavyweight Magnolia pink background card and white overlay wrapped with a satin Latte brown belt and solid brass buckle for $1.02 from Formal-Invitations.com, including envelope. The overlay was printed with vintage clip art of a rose ($14 for a book and cd of 1500 images also from Formal-Invitations.com), which would also look lovely printed on place cards, favor labels and thank you notes.
Victoria Wedding Invitations with Brass Heart Charm $1.16
This gorgeous hand sewn hat from TwigsandHoney.com with vintage veiling, lace, silk flower, hand curled ostrich and pheasant feathers inspired us to create these lovely romantic wedding invitations. We used the Victorian heavyweight background card and translucent vellum overlay adorned with a solid brass heart charm. The Victorian card is a William Morris design printed on 100% post consumer recycled heavyweight paper, making them earth-friendly, as well as affordable at only $1.16 each, including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com.
Magnolia PInk Wedding Invitations with Unryu and Satin Blossom Bands 94¢
Pale pink is showing up in all the latest fashions including Essie’s new sheer colors for the French manicure. These gorgeous hues were used in these lovely pink wedding invitations for pure sophistication. The heavyweight Magnolia background card was layered with a pristine white overlay, then wrapped with a delicate unryu sash and satin Blossom pink ribbon. These affordable announcements from Formal-Invitations were an easy 94¢ each, including envelope …c’est magnifique!
Grandiflora Rose Wedding Invitations with Silver Mini Brad 88¢
The vibrant Dior fashions and makeup were inspirations for these dramatic red wedding invitations featuring a stunning photograph of a rose in full bloom. The Grandiflora background card and translucent vellum were fastened using a tiny silver mini brad for a modern look. The card and envelope are both made from 100% post consumer fibers, making them an earth-friendly as well as affordable at only 88¢ each 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.
