Wedding invitations need to be planned as carefully as other wedding details.
The beauty of a wedding lies in the details. A wedding invitation is the first preview guests have to to the upcoming event. Beginning with paying attention to this document will prepare you for other details during the time leading up to the main day. A well-thought out wedding invitation is also a good idea because, apart from photographs and memories, the invitation is one of the few things a couple can preserve once the wedding is finished. Framed and placed in their home, the invitation can always remind the newlyweds of their special day.
Instructions
1. Make a comprehensive guest list. Use these names to decide whether you need to print just one type of invitation or will need a couple of versions. For example, for a multiple-day wedding, you might invite some guests for only one day while others will attend on more than one day. Or some invites may go out from the bride and groom while others may need to have the couple's parents' name on them. Invitations need to reflect these specific requirements.
2. Narrow down your options by choosing a color scheme or theme. This is not essential, but it helps make the process easier and faster. Browse through magazines or old photographs to remind you of things that you like to help decide on a related color scheme or theme. Conversations with family or friends can also be helpful.
3. Include the most important details in the text before getting creative. Make sure that the bride and groom's name, venue, date, time and RSVP details are mentioned. Select a font that is clearly legible and which goes with the color scheme or theme of the invitation. Keep the wording as simple as possible to avoid confusion. To add character, include a quote that captures the essence of the couple's relationship.
4. Scout around for the best price to print the invitations. Because couples usually retain their wedding invitations as a memento, invitations are printed on high quality paper, which makes them expensive. Ask friends who have recently been married where they had their invites done and if they'll refer you for a discount. Some places allow discounts on bulk printing. Ask the printer if he will include some complimentary service like printing a few cards for free or free home delivery. Check online for websites that allow you to design and print your own invitations.
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