There
are so many details to cover when planning a wedding. Not the
least of which is coming up with and invitation that is appealing to
potential guests as well as fitting the theme of your
wedding.
Here are some tips for choosing a great wedding invitation.First, decide whether your wedding is going to modern, traditional, casual, formal, etc. The theme of the wedding is important because it sets the tone for your special day. The reason your invitation is key to relaying this, is that not everyone you invite is always in close personal contact with you or the people involved with your wedding planning. In other words, many of your guests will not be aware of that you're planning say, a modern wedding except by the modern wedding invitations. A modern wedding may imply formal or informal depending on the wording and look of the invitation. Imagine the discomfort a guest might feel should they come dressed for an informal cowboy wedding when everyone else is dressed in full on tuxedos and sleek black gowns with high heels. While this may be an extreme case, it can easily happen.
Second, choose your colors for the invitation. Staying with the modern wedding scenario, you might choose a sleek black invitation with silver or white lettering, perhaps including an engagement photo in black and white. Receiving a bold colored envelope with contrasting ink will certainly cause a person to take notice of your invitation. Of course there are many sleek bold colors that can work for a very modern approach.
Third, consider the type of paper you would use. Stationary, heavy card stock, perhaps a small keepsake type object. Along with the type of paper, you will need to decide about hand written or printer generated. Many printing companies can offer samplings of their work including available font types. You will also want to decide the wording you will be using on the invitation. Will it be long and poetic, or simple and to the point.
Using these simple tips can help you keep yourself organized so that you don't forget any important information. Having a checklist always helps a bride and her wedding planner keep their sanity as they plan this marvelous event of a lifetime.