Your stationery sets the tone of the day. Flame Invitations Creative Director Clazena Squire gives you an insight into the latest trends.
Latest Trends
"There is a shift towards more classic, elegant invitations - away from the layers and embellishments," says Flame Invitations Creative Director Clazena Squire.
Above all, the emphasis is on design quality and individuality - fabulous fonts and stationery that reflects the bride and groom's personality.
With a change of season, comes a change in style and bride's are being inspired by natural elements and colours. According to Clazena "leaves, flowers and blossoms work with a natural colour palette of chocolate browns, rust reds and dark greens." Modern monograms and entwined initials of the bride and groom are also making a comeback.
When choosing your stationery style, why not tie it in with your overall wedding theme. Invitations are a great way to give guests a sneak peek before the big day, so use colours or fonts that are in harmony with other elements of your ceremony and reception.
Have you organised a special surprise for your guests, like releasing butterflies or white doves? In this case, Clazena suggests keeping invites neutral and simple to ensure the big reveal is kept a secret.
Favourite Styles
- Vintage elegance
- Flowers (eg: Peonies and Cherry blossoms)
- Autumn leaves
- Entwined initials
- Simple sophistication
- Tropical location
- Vineyard and vines
- Monogram
- Historic columns and archways
- Old fashioned charm
A Real Bride Says:
"It's the small things, such as place cards, that make it special for each of your guests, so it's worth the extra effort to make them look good," says bride Hayley Schofield.
Wed-sites we love
- www.flameinvitations.com.au - This boutique letterpress studio designs elegant stationery (ibcluding invitations, thank-you cards, programmes, save-the-date cards and place cards) with the option of customising a design to suit your own celebration style.
- www.huetopiastudios.com.au - Drawing on over 10 years of graphic design experience, the team at Huetopia studios provide an extensive range of handmade invitations and accessories to suit any bridal style.
