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.
Romantic Invitation Ideas
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!
Lace is still a major trend, as shown in Bride’s magazine and we used this fashionable fabric to create these romantic wedding invitations. The Vanilla cream heavyweight card and white overlay were wrapped with a beautiful floral lace wrap for an unexpected touch. The price is also surprising at only $1.02 each, including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com. The cards and envelopes are made from 100% post consumer fibers, making them an environment-friendly choice as well.
Wedding invitation trends 2010
The fashion runways provide fresh ideas and trends for upcoming wedding and event invitations including graphic prints in black & white, creamy neutrals, rich teal and dramatic red, plus plenty of romance for the upcoming season.
Bold, hot colors are giving way to neutral wedding invitations in shades of champagne, pale meadow green, frost blue, creamy vanilla or soft magnolia pink, bringing their sophisticated elegance to this seasons announcements. Adorn invitations with beautiful metal charms for a romantic feel or sparkling crystal brads for a modem touch.
Modern black & white designs are hot on the runway and the graphic designs make a contemporary, yet classic statement. We love the invitations featuring elegant black and white fine paper sashes, available in modern and classic patterns from Formal-Invitations.com. The 100% recycled fine paper sashes pair beautifully with neutrals, tropical brights or rich traditional colors and create luxurious layers that are wrapped like a beautiful gift.
Teal blue wedding invitations are also of-the-moment, a color both cool and rich, showing up in the latest fashions. Teal is gorgeous paired with crisp white and sparkling silver embellishments.
Dramatic red wedding invitations in shades of bright poppy and rich scarlet are a growing trend and the gorgeous hue is fabulous paired with gold and black adornments.
Romance is back in a big way with lovely, beautiful patterns delicately layered with translucent vellum. Fabulous lace wraps or intricate charm embellishments would also make enchanting romantic wedding invitations.
Earth-friendly wedding invitations will always be the smart choice in invitations and hopefully the trend will continue. Look for tree-free and fine papers and envelopes made from 100% post consumer fibers.
Do it yourself wedding invitations continue to be popular, as a way of saving a significant amount of money plus the ability to completely personalize invitations. They are also great if you need invites in a hurry, as the supplies can be shipped out right away.
Frugalista brides have discovered http://www.formal-invitations.com for the bride that wants both style and affordability. Visit Formal-Invitations.com for premium materials to fashion dreamy invitations that coordinate with any theme. Their online video instructions, free wedding invitations templates, paper guides and standard 8.5×11 overlays make it easy to create invitation, even for the craft-challenged. Select luxurious heavyweight cards from fashionable solid hues or stunning patterns, layered with printable translucent vellum or a crisp white overlay and embellish with decorative crystal brads, intricate metal charms, fine paper sashes, jacquard fabric wraps, romantic lace, or miniature silk flowers for distinctive invites that only look expensive. Prices start at 58¢ for the completed invitation, which includes: heavyweight background card, printable overlay, embellishment and 100% recycled envelope. Sign up for their newsletter to receive money-saving wedding invitation coupons for additional discounts.
Formal-Invitations.com, a family-owned and operated company founded in 1991, has grown to become a leading online source for cheap wedding invitations that only look expensive. To make it possible to offer the lowest possible prices, these unique invitations and supplies are only available directly from http://www.formal-invitations.com Formal-Invitations.com is approved for people and planet by Green America and is listed in the Green Pages. They also donate $1 to the Make it Right Foundation of New Orleans for every order.
Celestial Wedding Invitations with Citrine Crystal Brad 86¢
Putti, also referred to as a cherub, is found especially in Italian Renaissance art, they are associated with Eros/Cupid as well as with the Muse, Erato; the muse of lyric and love poetry. Putti is featured in these romantic wedding invitations, using a vellum overlay attached with a glittering Citrine crystal brad. The vintage invitations are made from 100% recycled fibers, making them a smart, modern choice.
We also thought these “Princess” shoes by Touch Ups with a T-strap featuring exquisite embellished reflective stone detail, would be perfect for the romantic bride, from Shoes.com ($66 with free shipping).
Nouveau Wedding Invitations with Pearl Jewel Brad 86¢
We love the Impressionism trend shown in Brides and think these romantic wedding invitations featuring a vintage print of beautiful lavender wisteria, would make the perfect statement. The poetic palette has a soft, yet modern look, paired with the chic Art Nouveau design. The invitation were created with the exclusive Nouveau card and translucent vellum, embellished with a simple Pearl jewel brad, all from Formal-Invitations.com for only 86¢ each, with envelope. These invitation are also a smart, green choice as the card and envelope is made from 100% post consumer fibers.
Metallic Gold Wedding Invitations with Floral Lace Wrap $1.02
We loved the romantic, yet edgy look of lace paired with gold accessories, shown in Vogue and used the idea to create this glimmering gold wedding invitations. The heavyweight metallic Gold card and white overlay were wrapped with an exquisite floral lace wrap. This luxe invitation was an easy $1.02 each, with envelope, from Formal-Invitations.com
Willow Green Wedding Invitations with Pink Rose Silk Flower
Elegant Bride magazine created a fabulous look using pale greens and shades of pink in their latest issue. We used this romantic color palette to create these gorgeous willow green wedding invitations. The heavyweight Willow card is made from recycled cotton and embedded with silky fibers for a subtle sheen. To attach the translucent vellum overlay, a soft pink rose silk flower with pearls was used for dimension and texture. Though high on luxury, the price was an affordable 90¢ each from Formal-Invitations.com, including envelope made from 100% post consumer fibers.
Lavender and lace wedding invitations
Modern Bride magazine featured luxe or less looks for your wedding. We put together lavender wedding invitations that were both luxe and for less. Starting with the heavyweight, Hyacinth background card embedded with light sparkles, a crisp white overlay was layered over the background and wrapped with the floral Lace belt for a little romance. This beautiful invitation was only 98¢ each, including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com
This gorgeous photograph by Annie Leibovitz was shown in Vogue magazine highlighting a stunning collection of gowns. We used the idea to create luxurious and romantic wedding invitations using the metallic Gold background card and white overlay wrapped with an exquisite fine paper Florentine sash. …the beautiful pastel hues in the floral design blend softly together like a hand-painted watercolor. Inspired by the renaissance period, this romantic offset printed Italian paper is adorned with the metallic gold accents and the flowing detail that Florentine designs are known for. The overlay was printed with a vintage clip art monogram, which could be used with wedding programs, favors and thank-yous. Though rich on detail, the price was a low 98¢ each, including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com.
Enjoy the aromas of fresh strawberries and wild roses with smooth, crisp raspberry flavors of Natural Rosé organic wine from Frey Vineyards, America’s oldest organic winery. We love the elegant bottle and used it for inspiration for creating romantic wedding invitations using the Romance background card, white overlay and a Pearl jewel brad to fasten. The Romance card is printed with vintage illustrations of roses in a soft blush pink on heavyweight stock made from 100% post consumer fibers, along with the overlay and envelope for truly earth-friendly invitations at an amazing 82¢ each from Formal-Invitations.com.
For the truly romantic bride we created red Merlot wine wedding invitations layered with a crisp white overlay and wrapped with a fabric lace belt. The announcement is surrounded by dark red organic roses, the traditional symbol for love and romance, available from FiftyFlowers.com at wholesale prices. The invitation price was also sweet for only 98¢ each with envelope made with 100% post consumer fibers from Formal-Invitations.com



















