{1} Renee Jackson of Sarah B. Fine Stationery recommended this invitation for a recent circus-themed wedding. If animals and acrobats are too wild for your fete, however, you might consider an Old West theme; designer Elum Designs of southern California created this invite with varying texts for the daring wedding. Sarah B. Fine Stationery
{2} Who needs ribbon? Belly bands—like this one from Paper Pigeon—hold all your invitation pieces together. Robin Dworak, owner of Robin’s Paperie, can customize them to match your wedding colors with complimentary patterns. Robin’s Paperie
{3} Consider matching your invitations to other pieces of your wedding. Paper Envy owner Debbie Pape created this dripping bead design to mimic a couple’s centerpieces. Paired with thermography, a printing method that simulates embossing, this invite is contemporary yet classic. Paper Envy
{4} To add dimension to your invitations without layers, consider using a printing technique like letterpress on thick stock paper. Mix in some understated fonts and a simple graphic, and the quality will speak for itself. Paper Envy
{5} For the modern bride who isn’t afraid to throw her personality into the invitation, this new line from Encore serves as striking eye candy. The design on the updated pocket (shown here in Tiffany blue) can be coordinated to your own color theme. Robin’s Paperie
{6} This invitation, also by Elum Designs, is perfect for a summer garden wedding. While yellow and gray are a popular color combination, pair any colors for a subtle flowery look that isn’t too girly or too outdoorsy. Sarah B. Fine Stationery