10 wedding invitation ideas your guests will love
You said “yes!” Spread the exciting news of your upcoming nuptials with a wedding invitation that captures the spirit of your special day. From stunning designs to customizable features, there are so many ways to make your online wedding invitation stand out.
Paperless Post’s wedding invitations offer hundreds of options for every style and taste. To help you find the perfect match, we’ve rounded up a list of gorgeous wedding invitation ideas and examples to bring your vision to life. Whether you’re looking for something classic, modern, or completely unique, these wedding invitation ideas are sure to make a major impact.
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1. Neutral greenery
Vibrant, lush designs celebrate the natural beauty of leaves, vines, and ferns. Greenery invitations range from simple to spectacular and can accent your wedding theme in a fresh way. Ideal for the couple who wants to showcase their love while surrounded by Mother Nature, these invitations are suitable for any wedding—from casual, intimate celebrations to grand affairs.
- An invitation design like “Keen” by Paperless Post is simple and sweet. Its subtle touch of greenery set against a natural, parchment-inspired background complements a rustic or bohemian wedding with a relaxed, earthy feel.
- “Margent” by Paperless Post takes botanical elements and amps up the glamour with gilded details for a romantic, luxurious appeal.
2. Exaggerated florals
Make a statement with florals in bold colors or intricate patterns. Floral invitations can fit weddings with a romantic theme and complement venues like an outdoor garden or a grand ballroom. They tie in perfectly with spring or summer seasons, or they can bring warmth to the chill of a winter wedding.
- “Giverny” by Paperless Post features blossoms in brushstrokes, setting the stage for a passionate and unforgettable wedding.
- “Lautaret” by Paperless Post winds stems and delicate petals to frame your event information, creating a fairytale effect.
3. Put a bow on it
Incorporate charming, romantic details like bows to give your invitation a gift-like quality that feels both personal and luxurious. This design is perfect for traditional weddings, including black-tie affairs and ballroom receptions.
- “Bow Border” by Paperless Post imparts a warm, refined feel, with clean lines and classic typography.
- “Tie the Knot” by Oscar de la Renta takes a contemporary approach with a bold design and modern font style.
4. Vibrant colors
Vibrant hues and unconventional color pairings hit all the right notes for a modern or non-traditional couple. Lively color palettes are an original wedding invitation idea that instantly stands out, setting an energetic tone ideal for bright summer weddings or exciting destination getaways.
To make planning easier for your guests, use Travel and Accommodations Blocks to share essential details like directions, transportation options, hotel information, and more. By incorporating helpful details within your invitation’s event page, you’ll create an experience that’s as visually appealing as it is practical.
- Make a statement straight from the inbox with “Bold as Love” by Paperless Post, a design bursting with personality.
- “Hudson” by Paperless Post jazzes up classic typography and a clean layout with unexpected color combos that are as fun as your night promises to be.
5. Pattern work
Patterned designs use striking shapes to create invitations that highlight your personality. They’re an excellent fit for artistic, bohemian, or culturally-inspired celebrations where the invitation can give a sneak peek of the event’s overall theme and décor. They’re also adaptable to any season, destination, or climate.
- “Jemma Street” by kate spade new york incorporates the motifs and colors of a traditional Indian wedding invitation.
- “Wiggle Room” by Paperless Post is a visual delight, playing up wavy lines, unexpected color combinations, and fun font options for a playful approach to your big day.
6. Monograms
There’s something momentous about a monogram, which symbolizes a couple’s new, united life together. Create digital monograms with timeless fonts and refined styles, or opt for something more contemporary with bold type and playful shapes.
If you have your own monogram design, upload and add it to every part of your wedding communication, from invitations to save the dates. With a personalized monogram, your celebration is sure to stand out—just like your love story.
- “Wreath of Love” by Paperless Post introduces your monogram to your loved ones and includes sweet, traditional design elements.
- “Four Corners” by Goods Gang brings a modern approach to the monogram trend with the couple’s initials anchoring the corners of the design.
7. Contemporary typography
Modern wedding invitations often have bold, contemporary fonts, colorful, stylized graphics, and geometric details that create a striking visual impact. The design trend is adaptable and can be dressed up or down, ideal for a polished celebration livened up with creativity—think of a wedding set in a modern ballroom or on a stylish rooftop.
- “Interplay” by Paperless Post is a modern monochromatic invitation with dramatic text and subtle, but eye-catching, shapes.
- “Drafted” by Paperless Post plays with modern and classic typefaces and arranges your event details in grids for an unexpected, pleasing presentation.
8. Minimalist typography
Sleek, elegant wedding invitations featuring minimalist typography have simple layouts and clean, modern fonts, allowing your message and wedding details to take center stage. Keep your invitation uncluttered by adding Details and Schedule Blocks to your event page, which can keep itineraries and other important information organized.
For couples seeking understated yet stylish wedding invitation ideas, minimalist invitations set the tone for a refined event. They’re best suited for contemporary, metropolitan, or intimate gatherings—think of settings like industrial warehouses, art galleries, or city lofts.
- “Connected” by Paperless Post is a marriage of modern and classic typefaces, which stand out against a clean layout with ample white space.
- Embrace a minimalist aesthetic with the striking color combinations in “Around the Edges” by Paperless Post—it’s an invitation that says “black tie” in just one look.
9. Blind embossing
Add depth, warmth, and interest to your digital wedding invitation with details like blind embossing. This technique creates a raised, textured pattern without adding inks or colors, allowing for shadows and highlights that will accent your wedding invitation design.
Blind embossing uses a variety of patterns, like sweeping lines, florals, and monograms, which are ideal for classic wedding invitations. The clean, minimalist effect sets the stage for venues like ballrooms, museums, or event spaces.
- Architecturally-inspired blind embossing and a timeless color palette strike a sophisticated chord in “Arch Emboss” by Paperless Post.
- In “With a View” by Paperless Post, an embossed monogram and die-cut design exude grace and show your attention to detail.
10. Scrapbook
One of our favorite wedding invitation design trends is scrapbook style, which includes textures, patterns, and elements like photos, handwritten notes, and sketches to create a handmade look and feel. Scrapbook invitations are a match made in heaven for couples planning casual or intimate weddings in spaces like rustic barns, backyards, or gardens.
As you explore photo ideas for wedding invitations on Paperless Post, upload the image you’d like to highlight using the “Preview with my photo” feature and filter invitations to display photo Cards only. That way, you can easily scroll through options to find the best fit for your photo.
- “Cennini” by Paperless Post has torn edges and gold flecks on its textured backdrop, giving it a warm, authentic appearance.
- “Queen Anne Photo” by Rifle Paper Co. allows your photo to be the focal point of the invitation, accented by sweet, illustrated details.
Design the perfect wedding invitation with Paperless Post
“Topia” by Paperless Post; “Big Bouquet” by Paperless Post
With Paperless Post, you’ll set the tone for your special day with wedding invitations that reflect your style and love story. We have designs that will complement any wedding theme, from modern and minimalistic to traditional and timeless—along with customizable touches like stamps and monograms that will make your invitation one of a kind.
Once you’ve chosen the design that’s just right for you, the rest is a breeze. Fine-tune the messaging with our guide to wedding invitation wording, and effortlessly organize all event information using Blocks. In just a few clicks, you can send out your invitations with RSVP tracking. Last (but not least), make sure you get the timing just right with our guide for when to send wedding invitations.
Start designing your ideal invitation and let Paperless Post bring your wedding vision to life, one sweet, sentimental detail at a time.
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