Personalizing Your Wedding Invitations

A few years ago, all wedding invitations looked very similar, and personalizing your wedding invitation was just a distant dream in a brides mind. The paper was card stock in white or ecru, the font was calligraphic, the ink was black and the lettering was raised. Even the slightest touch of color was a departure from the conventional, and inevitably marked the bride as “non-traditional”. Today, the bride and groom have an enormous range of wedding invitation designs from which to choose, with color being the least of the non-traditional elements. Wedding invitations may now feature artwork, poetry, embellishments such as ribbons, colored inks and many more personalization options. With all of the available options, it is very easy to create wedding invitations that are completely unique and personal. Below are just a few of the many ways that you can personalize your wedding invitations.

Color

The most obvious way to personalize your wedding invitations is by choosing colors that express your personality. There are many different ways to use color in your wedding invitations. You may choose colored ink for the main text of your invitations, and have it match the foil envelope liners, or you can choose a colored card backing for the invitation itself. If you choose an invitation with a printed motif, such as the contemporary Two Hearts as One style, with a bold splash of Apple red color and a pair of linked hearts printed on the card, you can further personalize the invitation by choosing envelope liners in Apple red and wrap the invitation in an Apple satin ribbon. It is important, however, to remain within the overall color scheme of your wedding and to utilize your primary colors in your invitation as well.

Wording

Most wedding retailers will use whatever wording you choose on your invitation. While there are traditional forms for the invitation wording, and templates available to help you say exactly what you want to say, there are also many ways to personalize the words to reflect your personal vision of love and marriage. You may even choose a personalized introduction for the actual invitation. Many couples choose a short, two-lined verse about love or marriage, or a traditional Bible verse printed above the formal invitation to the wedding. Folded invitations offer at least one surface where you can print a poem or sentiment as well. You can also use the wording of the invitation itself to reflect your own personality. With all of the amazing options available, choices for personalized wedding invitations are endless.

Photographs

It does not get much more personal than a photo invitation. You can choose a do-it-yourself invitation kit for the ultimate personalized wedding invitation. A wedding photo overlay invitation that features your own favorite photo could not be easier. Choose your own photo, print it on the backing card provided in the kit, print your invitation on the semi-transparent vellum that is also provided, tie the two together with a beautiful satin ribbon in your choice of color and your invitations are complete! An invitation that is completely and totally unique that shows your guests just how in love you and your significant other are.

Embellishments and Finishing Touches

You can personalize your invitation further by adding embellishments to both the invitations and the final assembly of the envelope. You can choose from many different embellishments and trimmings to give your overall invitation a personal touch. The available options range from clip-art churches and wedding motifs to calligraphic flourishes and geometric figures.