The format of my invitations
Standard: either square or rectangular,
for a classic statement. Engraving or letterhead looks best. For a
more formal feel, print your announcement vertically; text printed
across the length of the card tends to look more modern. A script
card is shaped like a long, narrow rectangular and fits into a
standard No. 10 envelopes. This style doesn't mesh with lots of
enclosures and embellishments, but looks wonderful with coloured
paper, coloured ink and letterpress printing.
Folder:One of the most popular styles, a
fold-over, folder or bifold.
Gatefold: also known as a barn door
invitation, has 2 panels that open from the middle. The doors are
held closed with ribbon, band or tie. Those are perfect for
destination wedding invitations and weddings with multiple stages.
Trifold: An
invitation that folds into 3 is called a trifold; one panel contains
the invitation wording and the others may contain reception details,
directions and etc. Some use perforated third panel as the response card.
If you want to print your invitation in 2 languages this is the perfect format.
The paper of the wedding invitations
Paper is very personal choice. There is
no consensus on whether the ideal paper for lettering is hefty or
onion thin, so don't let anyone steer you to a certain type of paper
out of snobbery if you don't find it pleasing to the eye and the
touch. Paper ranges from 3 to 9 ply. It can be cottony, flimsy, crisp
or substantial. Some people prefer texture others smooth. Cotton
makes for creamy, soft look that's naturally acid free and doesn't
yellow with age; heavy cotton lends itself perfectly to letterpress
printing but wont make it through a lazer printer. Wood fiber, which
can achieve similar effects, used to be reserved for lower quality
papers but has been improved and used by most of the high-end
companies. For a textured, luxurious finish, linen is a wonderful and
underused option; it can range from durable to extremely delicate.
Vellum is a thin, translucent parchment that's attached to a card
stock for a layered effect. Flat printing is the way to go , as
vellum can't stand letterpress or engraving.
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