Question 1

How can we add a personal touch to our stationery?

Accepted Answer

Using handwritten calligraphy will add a personal touch for you and those attending your special day. Calligraphy is a traditional art form that offers elegance and individuality that is difficult to replicate via printing. Begin by researching and looking at your stationer's previous work, and have conversations with them to discuss what you want for your day, such as your theme or colours and any styles of writing that you like. The on-the-day stationery can include name cards, table plans, table numbers, menus, thank you cards, a welcome board and much more. All of these can be made personal, from the type of paper used to the background and ink colour, the style of writing and decorative flourishes.

Question 2

What stationery trends will be popular in 2023?

Accepted Answer

A big trend we see continuing into 2023 is the gifting of cards and stationery from the bride to the bridesmaids. It's such a special day, and asking those you love most to be a part of it should be celebrated and remembered. Though paired back, classic tones are still a huge trend in wedding stationery but we are finding more people are asking for greeting cards which feature colour and vibrancy. Another trend we see continuing are wedding cards that can be kept and cherished as a reminder of the wonderful celebration long after it has passed. Instead of popping them in a memory box and putting them to one side, they can be kept out on the shelf and admired for years to come. Our 'Keepsakes' wedding card is a luxurious hand-painted 3D structure, perfect for those who are not buying a present but would still love to gift something super special.

Question 3

What are the dos and don'ts of wedding stationery?

Accepted Answer

Before you start ordering stationery, consider what themes and colour schemes you want at your wedding. From then, you can begin collecting invitation samples to see what you like best. Not only does this mean that you can see the invitations in real life and check out their quality, but you can also try a few different stationers and see what their service is like. I recommend choosing your invites before the rest of your stationery and then matching them accordingly, as you don't want to change your mind on your design halfway through your stationery journey. Save the dates let everyone know the date of your wedding, and can include a few key details. These are some of the most important pieces of stationery to have as they make wedding planning easier, as well as give guests a sneak peek of your day. If you're having a destination wedding or a wedding in a busy holiday period, you may want to send your save the dates up to a year in advance, allowing guests to book time off work, book hotels and flights, and save money for your big day. Your invitations are your most important and anticipated pieces of wedding stationery, so make sure you send them with lots of time to spare. Take into consideration the time it will take for your stationers to create and deliver your invites, as well as how long it will take for you to choose, personalise, and send them to guests. Some wedding invitations can be bought as bundles, including guest information and RSVP cards. This makes ordering your stationery super easy with the cards all sharing the same design. Make sure you include RSVP cards and guest information cards in your invitations. This makes managing your guest list so much easier and will help you plan the next stages of your wedding, such as meals and seating plans. Specifying an RSVP date is essential to getting your replies back and will prevent you from paying for unnecessary things down the line. Of course, all the extras can be ordered at any time throughout your wedding journey, but we recommend you order these around two months before the big day so that you haven't got so much to worry about at the last minute. It's hard to imagine life after the wedding, but sending thank you cards is an important final part of the journey so you can thank guests for coming and for any gifts that you received. We recommend sending these a couple of months after the day. This gives you enough time to settle into married life and go on your honeymoon without making guests wait ages for their cards.

Question 4

What stationery trends will be popular in 2022?

Accepted Answer

It's going to be a big year for the wedding industry. Here are some of my trend predictions: Love stories and romantic literary greats will feature strongly in 2022 wedding trends. With the second series of Bridgerton set to air in March, Regency period fascination will find its way subtly into weddings, with literary-inspired touches and splashes of blue. Think of a quintessentially English cottage aesthetic and regal elegance. Perfect for the traditionalists amongst us. Many couples are already choosing earthy, natural colour palettes and moving away from the whites and pastels of old. Whether it's grasses, pampas, eucalyptus or simple foliage with minimal petals, it will be a strong trend for the year ahead. If you're looking to reduce your environmental impact, opt for eco-friendly suppliers and reusable items. Environmentally-friendly stationery and reusable decorations and favours will play a big part, as weddings become a statement of how a couple wants to live in harmony with the environment. Backyard weddings have been booming the past couple of years, and we expect no changes in that trend. Lockdown made us appreciate our homes, and it was a place many of us felt comfortable and safe during such a turbulent time. With COVID-19 still around for the foreseeable future, home weddings give the comfort of safety to both the couple and guests. Multisensory elements is a huge trend we're expecting this year where guests can experience a wedding at another level. Think food and drink that doesn't just taste and look good, but feels exciting. How about a venue scented with candles to match scented wedding stationery that has been sprayed with your favourite scents and perfumes? Photo booths, immersive bands and surprise singing waiters are all immersive experiences that we think will continue to be popular.

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