Wedding Invitations | Colorado Springs Wedding Planner

Creating your wedding invitations can be as exciting and fun as selecting your wedding attire. Wedding couples today have so many choices when it comes to selecting their wedding invitations. What's so impressive about wedding invitations for today's couples is how custom and unique they can be made to truly fit every style and preference. During the planning process, there are many decisions to make such as finding the perfect wedding dress, venue, cuisine, and stunning flowers..you name it! Wedding invitations should really be at the top of this list, as they set the tone for your celebration. Your invitations will be your guests' first sneak peek preview into your wedding day. The color palette, typography, layout and graphical elements combined will tell a story to each recipient. Make sure it's telling your story. For example, if you are hosting a formal Black-Tie Affair, it is influential your invitations reflect the same style by selecting a more Traditional and Sophisticated Font along with select choice of words while keeping the graphical elements to a minimum. If a more Casual or Destination wedding is more desirable, you can have fun with Contemporary Fonts. At Pier 9, we also help you select a theme that will showcase your individuality and personality. Your invitations will be a special keepsake that will be cherished forever. So it is important that while selecting and designing your invitations with a particular theme, to still keep them fresh, original and timeless.

Last but not least-you also need to consider paper selection. Papers are rated in terms of paper weight. Some of the most common include 100#, 110#, 120#, 130# and Cover. I advise my brides to not go less than 100#. Avoid text weight papers all together. These will not give the desired value of thickness for the occasion. Papers can also be referred to with points: 12, 14 and 16. A higher the point will give a heavier weight. Some specialty papers include Felt Weaves, Linens, Metallic and Brown Kraft.

Most printers today will print your invitations on a digital press to keep costs down. Color can shift with this method from one print job to another. So it's important to order your main stationary such as invitations  RSVP cards, and directions at the same time in one order. Offset printing is an option for brides looking to match a particular color; however, this will require a increased budget.

Every season brings us new color palettes that emerge as the hottest and most up-to-date trends of the year. In 2013, we will see vintage birds and birdcages combined with mint as just one of those "must have" combinations.

At Pier 9, I have a passion meeting with brides and unveiling their unique style and see it come to life through design. Whether it's Vintage, Classic, Modern, or a Destination Wedding- every bride has a vision that can be married to her event. Pier 9 promises to make it happen! Your wedding day is a celebration that is all about you! Make your invitations follow suit!

For more information please contact Sarah Viera Event Planning & Design 

or 

Pier 9 Design. 

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