We love the relaxed, yet elegant vibe of rustic weddings and created these pretty invitations, inspired by this popular trend. Starting with the on trend gray-green Meadow card and layered with a white overlay for a luxurious heavyweight feel. The cards were then wrapped with a romantic lace wrap and satin moss green band ($1.34 for each invitation with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/ARY-MEAD-LAMO.html). The overlay was printed with a vintage flower illustration, that also could be used on place cards, menu cards, programs and favor labels ($14 for a book and cd of 417 images, also from Formal-Invitations.com at http://www.formal-invitations.com/OA-ART-PAIS.html).

I think this gorgeous silk Avalana bridal gown ($450 from Coast London) also lends the same, elegant-rustic look with a modern edge… love the high/low hemline!

Inspired by the historic wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton, these wedding invitations are simple and elegant, using a crisp white card printed with vintage artwork and a modern monogram from Formal-Invitations.com ($164/100) order from http://www.formal-invitations.com/PC-ROYL-BIRD.html

We love the future princess’s beautiful style and were inspired by her on-trend pink gown and gorgeous black bag to create these stunning royal wedding invitations.

The honeysuckle pink was specified for the background color, black for the modern type and vintage graphic, and white for the monogram in this simple, elegant horizontal style. Though fit for a princess, these invitations were at a paupers price of only $164 for 100 from Formal-Invitations.com. This week only, get an extra 10% off the Royal style custom printed invitations using code ROYAL10, good until midnight on Friday, April 29th, order from http://www.formal-invitations.com/PC-ROYL-HART.html.

We used the same invitation from Formal-Invitations.com in a previous post and swapped out the colors for Pantone’s other fall fashion picks. The honeysuckle pink was specified for the background, the vintage cherubic artwork in bamboo and emberglow orange was used for the text background. Mixing vintage illustrations with a modern color palette provides a beautiful look with a contemporary edge.

Formal-Invitations.com allows you to change colors at no charge and is a great value at only $164 for 100 for a custom printed invitation card. Order from http://www.formal-invitations.com/PC-ORNA-CHER.html

These fashion-forward wedding invitations by Formal-Invitations.com were created using Pantone’s fall colors for 2011. We selected the Ornate Cherubic Design from their custom printed invitation card collection and substituted (at no extra charge) their colors for Deep Teal, Cedar and Phlox, creating a modern look with the vintage artwork. We could also add a backing card in Meadow Green providing extra weight and dimension for only 24¢ extra (each).

The beautiful cards were a great value at only $164 for 100, order from http://www.formal-invitations.com/PC-ORNA-CHER.html

This luxe custom printed wedding invitation was created by Formal-Invitations.com using an ornate damask border in Tiffany Blue ($164 for 100; order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/PC-ORNA-DAMA.html), with an Anjou Pear Green backing card for added dimension and weight (24¢ each at http://www.formal-invitations.com/BS-ANJOU.html). We were inspired by Bride’s megachic color combination of chartreuse and teal.

The invitation cards can be printed in any color you like, select from their modern palette or use your own combination. Invitation backing cards are available in over 30 solids and metallics for an additional 24¢ each.

Pink is the hot color this season, ranging from pale neutrals to intense bold hues seen with the latest fashions and interior designs. We love the chic look of black and hot pink shown in House Beautiful and used the inspiration to created these modern wedding invitations. The heavyweight Berry pink background card was layered with a crisp white overlay and embellished with a black onyx crystal brad (78¢ each with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com … a fabulous look at a fabulous price! The overlay was printed with vintage floral clip art, ($14 from Formal-Invitations.com for a book and cd of 139 elegant floral images) for a bit of romance. Order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AD-BERR-ONYX.html.

Emerald green was a clear winner at this years Golden Globe Awards… the regal hue was the color of choice by Hollywood’s leading ladies. We used the inspiration to created these lovely green wedding invitations using the heavyweight Ivy background card and printable overlay adorned with an emerald green crystal brad. The overlay was printed with vintage clip art ($14 from Formal-Invitations.com for a book and cd of 139 images) for an elegant touch.

These luxe invites were also a winner with your budget at only 74¢ each, with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AD-IVY-EMER.html

Bride’s Magazine featured a chic vintage themed wedding with a fresh modern edge in their latest issue and we used this idea to create these custom printed invitations cards from Formal-Invitations.com. The Ornate Calligraphic design was selected from their unique collection and printed with our own colors of Grape and Tangerine, at no extra charge. The cards are an extra heavy 140# (typical invites are #100-#110 and less) made from 30% recycled fibers, the prices range from 85¢ to $2.45, depending on quantity…. for 100, they were $1.60 each with envelope. Order from http://www.formal-invitations.com/PC-ORNA-CALL.html

These fabulous wedding invitations were inspired by the French silk brocade pumps ($675) from Christian Louboutin, shown in Bride’s magazine. We chose the vintage Peony Floral Broder design from Formal-Invitations.com custom printed card collection and changed the border from navy to scarlet red for a little pop of color ($160 for 100). The cards were printed on extra-heavyweight 140# matte stock (30% recycled) for luxe feel at a super affordable price. Invites can be ordered from http://www.formal-invitations.com/custom-printed-cards.html.

These beach wedding invitations feature a vintage artwork border of tropical leaves and flowers …perfect for a destination wedding. Invites were custom printed by Formal-Invitations.com on extra heavy 140# card stock from their custom printed card collection.

We changed the interior color from Mimosa to Navy and used the Century Gothic font with a monogram for a more modern touch (at no extra charge). Prices include envelopes and vary from 85¢ to $2.45, depending on quantity, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/custom-printed-cards.html

The precious bird-inspired jewelry featured in InStyle would be perfect as an accessory for a springtime wedding, symbolizing new life and joy.

This lovely wedding invitation features vintage Japanese artwork with a bird and floral motif, continuing the theme. The exquisite art is used as a background for custom printed wedding invitation cards from Formal-Invitations.com. Select your font and color for the wording, we used a coral color that matches the flowers in this sample, from their unique collection. Invitations are printed on extra-heavyweight 140# card stock made with 30% recycled fibers, prices (including envelope) range from 85¢ to $2.45, depending on quantity ordered, visit http://www.formal-invitations.com/custom-printed-cards.html for more information.