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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We love this stylish dress in silk organza from Ann Taylor ($255) , the layered petal skirt offers a chic and flattering silhouette. Inspired by the pale hue and flowery design, we created these sophisticated pale pink wedding invitations, perfect for a garden wedding. The Magnolia heavyweight background card and white overlay were wrapped with a metallic Gold cording, that was strung with a solid brass butterfly charm ($1.06 each, including 100% recycled envelope, from http://www.formal-invitations.com).

Gerbera daisies are a wedding favorite, expressing beauty and happiness. These vibrant blooms make a brilliant impression using unique embellishments and modern colors with your invitations. To create these lovely hot pink wedding invitations, we used the heavyweight Berry background card and white overlay wrapped with a metallic gold cord that was strung with a solid brass Flower charm. A modern look at an old fashioned price of only $1.06 with 100% recycled envelope from http://www.formal-invitations.com.

We also like these pretty gerbera daisy napkin holders, from Etsy.com that would double as a table decoration.

These summer wedding invitations feature a sophisticated palette of rich black and moss green, plus lace for a touch of romance. We used the heavyweight Jet black background card and white overlay wrapped with  floral lace which was layered with a satin Moss green band ($1.22 each from http://www.formal-invitations.com, including envelope). The overlay was printed with vintage clip art of a butterfly ($14 for a book and cd of 1268 images from Formal-Invitations.com), this image would also look great printed on place cards, wedding programs, menu cards, favor labels and return address labels.

We also like the green baby hydrangea from FiftyFlowers.com,  as a wedding flower for your black and green wedding palette. This award-winning green baby hydrangea is a smaller hydrangea that has become an extremely popular for weddings. The beauty alone of this flower will make stunning and easy to make wedding bouquets, table centerpieces or flower arrangements.

Perfect for a July 4th, patriotic or military wedding, these modern red wedding invitations feature a small flag charm for a personal touch. We used the heavyweight Scarlet red background card and crisp white overlay wrapped with a metallic Gold cording, which was adorned with the brass charm. The price was also a charming $1.06 each, with envelope from http://www.formal-invitations.com.

We also think the silk “Cecelia” dress from J.Crew featuring smart, clean, classic lines would make the perfect bridesmaid dress for your summer wedding.

For a fresh take on July 4th, military, patriotic or summer wedding invitations, we were inspired by Vogue magazine‘s recent cover of SJP, featuring satiny blue combined with hot pink. The heavyweight Berry pink card and white overlay were attached using a Sapphire blue crystal brad for some sparkle …the sample overlay was printed with some stars using a standard dingbat font, completing the festive look. The price was also fabulous at only 74¢ each, including 100% recycled envelope from http://www.formal-invitations.com

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Perfect for a patriotic, July 4th or military wedding, these red, white and blue wedding invitations feature a heavyweight Navy blue background card, crisp white overlay and sparkling Ruby crystal brad (74¢ each with envelope from http://www.formal-invitations.com). The overlay was printed with beautiful clip art ($14 for book which includes 556 holiday themed vintage designs with cd of scanned images also from http://www.formal-invitations.com).

Also perfect for a wedding toss or decoration are these bold red, eco-friendly, bio-degradable freeze dried rose petals, grown in the USA from Flyboy Naturals ($18 per 8 cups).

Bride’s magazine latest issue featured stunning gowns on a bold red and blue backgrounds which inspired us to create these red, white and blue wedding invitations. We used the heavyweight Scarlet red background card with white overlay, wrapped with a delicate unryu sash embedded with gold threads and layered a Cobalt blue grosgrain band to complete. Perfect for a patriotic or military theme, July 4th, or for  Chicago Cub fans! …also perfect for your budget at only $1.02 each, with envelope, from http://www.formal-invitations.com

Perfect for a spring wedding, these exquisite French blue wedding invitations were created using the heavyweight Slate background card and white overlay wrapped with a Birch lokta cord ($1.02 from http://www.formal-invitations.com). The overlay was printed with vintage invitation clip art of a lovely bird ($14 for “Floral, Folk and Paisley Designs” book with cd of 417 images from Formal-Invitations.com), which would also look great printed on favor labels, menu cards, place cards and programs.

Lokta is an native shrub in Nepal, harvested by cutting its stem, which regenerates in a few years. The inner bark of lotka is soaked, hammered into pulp then spread into thin sheets and dried by the sun. The Birch white lokta twisted cord contains 50% recycled lokta fibers, the ends are gently unraveled to reveal a beautiful leaf shape.

Perfect for a tropical destination wedding, these new beach wedding invitations from http://www.formal-invitations.com have a luxe, modern look. The heavyweight Papaya Orange background card and white overlay were wrapped with the Metallic Gold cording, which was strung with a tiny brass Sand Dollar charm. Even though they look like they cost a fortune, they were an affordable $1.02 each, including envelope.