Ann Taylor’s new collection features exquisite dream-day dresses … the Gardenia Corsage One-Shoulder Gown shown here ($450 from anntaylor.com) is made with diaphanous layers os silk georgette, adorned with a hand placed silk petals creating a lush petal corsage at the shoulder.
In keeping with this elegant theme, these beautiful Gardenia wedding invitations feature a translucent vellum overlay, embellished with a pearl jewel brad ($1.04 from formal-invitations.com). The invitations and envelopes are also made from earth-friendly 100% recycled paper as well, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AH-GniaPerl.html
These gorgeous wedding invitations ($1.02 each by Formal-Invitations.com) were created using heavyweight petal paper made from 100% recycled white cotton, processed chlorine free, embedded with real aster, marigold and cornflower petals plus bits of grass. The beautiful handmade cards are layered with a translucent vellum overlay consisting of pure cellulose fiber, which is naturally translucent and free of resins and chemical additives, recyclable, biodegradable, elemental chlorine free and FSC-certified. The vellum was printed with a vintage bird illustration ($14 for a book of 1268 clip art images with scans on cd from Formal-Invitations.com), which can be used as a motif throughout the entire event on place cards, menus, programs, etc.
A lokta cord was used to attach the vellum to the petal paper card, providing a beautiful and unique embellishment. 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 and hand-rolled into cording. The invitations also included an envelope made from 100% post consumer fibers, also processed chlorine free.
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These rich, warm custom printed wedding invitations were inspired by a gorgeous color palette in shown in Better Homes and Gardens magazine. We used the same luxurious hues in this invitation featuring vintage artwork from Formal-Invitations.com collection. The overall design was then given a faux-textured finish for an added touch. With Formal-Invitations.com’s custom printed cards, you can choose the colors from their selection or match them to your own, as we did here. The artwork can also be selected from their extensive collection or you can send your own fro truly personalized one-of-a-kind designs that suits your event perfectly. These cards were also printed on 100% recycled card stock, making them an earth-friendly choice as well as affordable starting at only $1.99 each with printed envelope.
These decadent custom printed wedding invitations were inspired by the rich colors from from Godiva’s fine chocolates. We selected the classic diamond pattern from Formal-Invitations.com’s vintage artwork collection, printed in dark and milk chocolate brown, with mahogany brown text over a creamy inset. The sophisticated invitations created a rich look for less at only $1.99 to $2.99 each, depending on quantity, with printed envelope from Formal-Invitations.com. The announcements were also earth-friendly, using high quality, heavyweight 100% post consumer papers.
The floral lace detail on this gorgeous gown from ImpressionBridal.com inspired us to create these glam black and white custom wedding invitations. Though the custom printed announcements from Formal-Invitations.com can be printed in any color with any artwork, we used classic black and white with the vintage lace border artwork from their collection. The heavyweight cards and envelopes are made from 100% post consumer fibers, making them a earth-friendly choice, as well as affordable at only $1.99-$2.99 each.
Custom printed wedding invitations $1.99-$2.99
This rich dark chocolate custom printed wedding invitations were created using vintage artwork of a scroll from Formal-Invitations.com collection, printed on heavyweight 100% recycled card stock. Though any colors can be used for the background and art, we used mahogany for the background and the text and scroll were printed in lavender for a modern update. Pick your own art and colors from their selections or submit your own for $1.99-$2.99 each, with envelope, at Formal-Invitations.com.
Dagoba Organic Chocolates also offers tasting squares of a dark chocolate, lavender-blueberry blend for a divine, calming experience with antioxidants …and would make a great treat for your guests.
Custom printed wedding invitations $1.99-$2.99
We love the menswear-inspired fashions shown in Glamour magazine and used the popular stripe pattern on these gorgeous custom printed wedding invitations from Formal-Invitations.com. Choose from their collection of artwork and colors or they can use yours. The price is an affordable $1.99-2.99 each, depending on quantity and includes the envelope printed with a return address. As a bonus, the heavyweight 100# card stock and envelopes are all made from 100% recycled post consumer fibers, making it a smart, earth-friendly choice.
Tiffany Blue Wedding Invitations with Silver Star Silk Flower 88¢
The freshest color this season is teal blue, as predicted in InStyle magazine, and we used the inspiration to created these fashion forward teal blue wedding invitations. The heavyweight Teal blue cotton card and translucent vellum was embellished with a sparkling metallic silver star flower with pearl center. The blue-green background card was made from earth-friendly 100% recycled cotton and is embedded with silky fibers for a bit of glamour. Even though they look expensive, these invites were a cool 88¢ each from Formal-Invitations.com, including envelope.
Willow Green Wedding Invitations with Silk Calla Lily Flower 98¢
The calla lily has a beautiful elegance that is symbolic of purity. To use this popular wedding flower in our invitations, we created these pretty silk flower wedding invitations using the heavyweight Willow background card, translucent vellum with a miniature calla lily silk flower. The Willow card is made from recycled cotton and is embedded with silky fibers, making it a truly green, smart choice with a luxurious feel. These unique invitations look costly, but were a great value for only 98¢ each, with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com.
Carry your calla lily theme into your reception favors with these single flower stem candle favors from MyWeddingReceptionIdeas.com. Set one atop each place setting for an elegant and unique twist. Each candle is presented in a clear plastic gift box and tied with a white organza ribbon.
Vanilla Cream Wedding Invitations with Tsavorite Green Crystal Brad 66¢
We love the elegant green pop of color against the cream colored gown shown in Brides Magazine, and used the inspiration to make these gorgeous cream wedding invitations. The heavyweight Vanilla background card and translucent vellum was embellished with a Tsavorite green crystal brad, for a bit of sparkle. The vellum was printed using vintage clip art of a fan ($14 for a book and cd of 1268 images) and the invitation worked out to an affordable 66¢ each with envelope, both from Formal-Invitations.com. The invitations are also eco-friendly, as they are made from 100% post consumer fibers, making them a smart, green choice.
Romantic Wedding Invitaitons with Citrine Crystal Brad 86¢
Perfect for the romantic bride, these coral pink wedding invitations feature a vintage William Morris design and modern pale orange Citrine crystal brad from Formal-Invitations.com (86¢ each with envelope). The “Romantic” card and envelope are made from 100% recycled fibers, making it a smart choice, as well.
We also fallen in love with this slub silk “Penelope” gown, with a high, pleated neckline and fabric flower from Jcrew.com ($695), a stunning gown at a great price.
Rehmanni Calla Lilies Wedding Invitations with Tsavorite Green Crystal Brad 86¢
An easy way to create a wedding color palette is to choose one main color (60%), a secondary color (30%) and an accent (10%) and use the scheme with your stationery, favors, bridal party apparel and flowers for a cohesive look. We used the colors from these gorgeous modern wedding invitations to create a contemporary palette of rich pink and leaf green plus a pop of bright yellow.
The 100% recycled invites from Formal-Invitations (86¢ with envelope) were created from their Rehmanni background card, translucent vellum and a sparkling Tsavorite green crystal brad. The flattering flamingo pink color of the silk taffeta “Corin” dress from Jcrew.com, would be also be the perfect dress for your bridesmaids.
