Grab BHP Blog FeedWedding invitations (besides providing the basic who, where, and when) offer guests a sneak peek at what's to come. Make that vision something truly special to behold.
Prices depend on the kind of invites you choose, where you order them, the ink, the typeface, the printing process, and, of course, how many you need. If you're hiring a calligrapher to handle envelope addressing, response cards, and more, account for that extra cost in your invitations budget.
Keep it simple. Top-of-the-line papers, color ink, and custom designing will increase the price. So will decorative envelope linings and multiple enclosures. Use response postcards instead of cards and mini-addressed envelopes, or set up a toll-free number for guests to call. If you're concerned about mailing costs or postage, stay away from oversize or bulky styles.
Always provide the guests with the information that they'll need. Meaning, names of wedding hosts/sponsors, names of bride and groom, day of the week, date, time, address of the ceremony and/or reception, and RSVP info (unless you're including response cards). Regarding enclosures .. . you are not expected to include any, though response cards tend to save trouble and map cards are an ultra-considerate touch. You have your pick of response cards, menu cards, reception cards, map cards (with directions), rain cards, and pew cards. Choose only what makes sense (see costs above).
Wedding invitation basics
30 Oct 2010
