envelopes for wedding invitations

It is traditional when putting together wedding invitations to use both an inner and an outer envelope. In this article, I will discuss the different procedures with each envelope.

The outer envelope of a wedding invitation is the one that will actually take a stamp and be sent in the mail. It will therefore have the full mailing address of the person to whom it is being address. Note that, except for couples, separate adults should each receive their own wedding invitation and their own outer envelope. For instance, if you are addressing it to two sisters living together, each should get her own envelope.

On the front envelope, you should put the names of all people you intend to invite except minor children. Minor children are not listed on the outer envelope at all (don't worry; you'll get to them on the inner envelope). The name on the front envelope should be the person's formal title, not simply the first name. For example, the title should be addressed to "Mr. John Smith", not simply "John Smith".

printable wedding invitations

I am always amazed at the wonderful color combinations our customers come up with for their wedding invitations. Some of them reflect the advice of well known wedding experts but many others reflect their own individual style and panache. Here are our latest "hot" combinations for the upcoming wedding season:

1. Flame Orange, Rose Pink and Lemon Yellow: This was a stunner of a combination. Orange and pink has been popular for 3 years now and shows no sign of abating but the added touch of yellow really made this invitation a stand out. The bride chose a bright flame orange pocket folder and added a rose pink insert to be glued over the center and under the white invitation card. She then chose a lemon yellow double- faced satin ribbon to tie around the pocket folder. Gorgeous effect.

2. Black and Blue: Black is our most popular request by far. And this year many brides are choosing a blue insert and blue ribbons as an accent color. Lagoon blue adds a touch of beauty to the formal sophistication of black.

 3. Sapphire and Silver: The blues are still coming on strong and sapphire is turning out to be a popular color this year especially when combined with silver. We are getting many requests for sapphire pocket folders with silver inserts and silver ribbon accents.

4. Bronze and Gold: I love our brides who think ahead and we are already getting fall invitation orders. By far the most popular is the bronze pocket folder with a gold insert card and an "old" gold ribbon. It makes a lovely rich, burnished combination for fall and early winter weddings.

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