Telling your love story through stationery The art of cohesive wedding stationery
Planning a wedding is like crafting a beautiful story, with each element playing a vital role in narrating the tale of your love. Among these elements, wedding stationery holds a special place. It serves as the prelude, guiding guests through the journey from save-the-dates to thank-you notes, weaving a cohesive narrative that reflects the essence of your special day. In this blog post, we delve into the art of using wedding stationery to tell a seamless and captivating story throughout your wedding journey.
Setting the Scene with Save-the-Dates:
The wedding story begins with the announcement – the save-the-date. This initial piece of stationery sets the tone for what’s to come. Whether you opt for elegant simplicity or elaborate designs, your save-the-dates should give guests a glimpse into the style and theme of your wedding. Consider incorporating emblems, colours, or fonts that you plan to carry through the rest of your stationery suite. This establishes continuity and lays the foundation for the narrative to unfold.
Invitations: The Prologue to Your Big Day:
As the main characters of your wedding story, invitations hold the power to captivate and entice. Much like the prologue of a novel, they provide guests with a preview of the grand event to come. Your wedding invitations should not only convey practical details such as date, time, and venue but also encapsulate the mood and atmosphere you wish to create. From traditional to modern, rustic to glamorous, every design choice contributes to the overarching narrative. Incorporating personalised touches like bespoke meaningful illustrations, wax seals or ribbons adds depth and personality, inviting guests to embark on this journey with you.
Building Anticipation with Ceremony Programs and Menus:
As the wedding day approaches, the story gains momentum. Ceremony programs and menus act as chapter headings, guiding guests through the different stages of the day while maintaining coherence with the overarching theme. Whether it’s a rustic outdoor affair or a chic urban celebration, these stationery pieces serve as signposts, ensuring that every aspect of the event is seamlessly integrated into the narrative.
Creating Memorable Moments with Table Numbers, Escort Cards, Signage and Place Cards:
In every great story, details matter. Signage and place cards not only serve a practical purpose but also contribute to the immersive experience of your wedding day. From directional signs guiding guests to the ceremony site to whimsical table numbers that reflect your personalities, these small details enrich the narrative, creating moments that guests will cherish long after the final chapter.
The Epilogue: Thank-You Notes:
As the curtains close on your wedding day, one final chapter remains – the thank-you notes. Just as every good story deserves a heartfelt conclusion, expressing gratitude to your loved ones adds the perfect finishing touch to your wedding narrative. Personalised stationery bearing your names or monogram serves as a reminder of the love and joy shared on your special day, ensuring that your wedding story lives on in the hearts of all who attended.
Wedding stationery is much more than mere paper and ink – it’s a storyteller, weaving together the threads of your love story into a seamless and unforgettable tapestry. By carefully selecting and coordinating each element, from save-the-dates to thank-you notes, you can create a cohesive narrative that reflects the essence of your relationship and sets the stage for the celebration of a lifetime. So, let your wedding stationery be the pen that writes the next chapter of your love story – a chapter that will be cherished for years to come.
Credits for this wedding:
Planning: Amri & Co www.amriandco.co
Venue: Corson Building www.thecorsonbuilding.com
Photographer: Casi Yost Photography www.casiyost.com
Florist: Brier & Ivy www.brierandivy.com
Dress: Sarah Seven www.sarahseven.com
Stationery: Paper Paper Co
Stationery Featured:
NEW / ROMANTICS 01 Invitation (Modern 01 + Serif 01 Typography)
NEW / ROMANTICS 03 Enclosure Card
NEW ROMANTICS / Menu 02 (Handmade Cotton Stock)
Linen Welcome Sign
NEW ROMANTICS / Table Number 01
Bespoke Escort Card Envelopes & Note Card Inserts