Foto (boven, v.l.n.r.): Grafisch Design: Project Oplinus / Grafisch Design: Marjolein Vormgeving / Grafisch Design: JustPIXIT - Fotograaf: Photo by Jill
1. Handwritten
Nothing is as personal as a handwritten wedding card! Do you have beautiful handwriting? Or do you know someone who can do calligraphy? Organize a cozy evening writing invitations with your bridal squad. Of course, you can also hire a professional for a fully handwritten design that looks unique and stylish.
2. Hand-drawn Illustrations
For those looking for original invitations with a playful or artistic touch, hand-drawn illustrations are a hit. Think of a drawn portrait of the two of you, a sketch of your venue, or even small drawings that depict your love story. Your invitation becomes a true piece of art that guests often keep for a long time.
3. Original Shapes
Who says wedding cards have to be rectangular? For truly original invitations, you can choose playful shapes that stand out. Consider wavy cards for playfulness, a hexagon for a modern touch, or even a cutout in the shape of a heart or flower. The shape of your invitation can perfectly match your theme: elegant and sleek or playful and creative. Your invitation becomes an experience from the moment guests open the envelope.
4. Letterpress & Metallics
The combination of letterpress and metallics creates an elegant, classy look. In letterpress, the letters, drawings, or details are pressed into (and not on) the paper, creating a kind of relief. For this technique, you'll need sturdy paper. Then, the printed text is filled with metallics of your choice: gold, silver, or neon!
5. Personal Logo
Want to stand out with a unique design? Ask a graphic designer to create a wedding logo with your names, initials, or something that symbolizes you and have this logo appear on all your printed materials. You can even seal your envelopes in the old-fashioned way with wax and a custom stamp based on your logo! Your logo can be seamlessly integrated into the styling of your wedding. It provides a stylish red thread throughout your entire day.
6. Wedding Theme
Beach wedding, boho, or excursion, there are various wedding themes that will surely make your wedding day stand out. Have you found a suitable theme? Reflect it in your original invitations. This way, your guests immediately know what to expect. A graphic designer can create festival tickets for your wedfest (wedding festival), or how about fun boarding passes for your international wedding theme?
7. Interactive Invitations
A creative trend is invitations with an interactive element. Think of a QR code that leads to your wedding website or even a personal video message. It combines practical info with an original, digital experience and makes the invitation extra memorable.
8. Symbols
In a world where we communicate through emojis, GIFs, and videos, images are incredibly important. When you want to explain the flow of the wedding day in your original invitations, you can use fun symbols. These symbols have two major advantages: it's immediately clear what you mean, and your guests don't have to read an entire text to understand what to expect.
9. Original RSVP
The RSVP card is an ideal way to make your invitation even more personal. Ask your guests, for example, to share their favorite dance number, provide their dietary preferences, or even write a short message for you. The RSVP thus becomes not only practical but also a fun memory of your party preparations. A surprising RSVP completes your original invitations.
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