A wedding is an exceptional event, and the invitation that announces such an occasion should reflect that. A wedding invitation is also your guests' first glimpse into your wedding day, so you want to make it outstanding. With so many kinds of wedding invitations in the market, choosing one design can seem like a difficult task. For brides and grooms, here are the factors to consider when selecting a wedding invitation:
Design
Wedding invites should impress all the guests you expect. If your wedding has a theme, then the invites should match that theme. If you want photos to be incorporated in the invitation, go for wedding invitations with photos.
Wedding invitations with photos are gaining popularity because they are really unique and add a personal touch. For the many guests who may never have met the bride or groom, this is an excellent way to introduce yourself and your fiancé before the big day. In the hands of a qualified designer, photo wedding invitations can be attractive, fun and unique.
Fonts and Colors
Most of the wedding invitations in the market today, already have fonts that match the theme of the big day. But if your looking to customize your invites further, or if you're going to design the invitation yourself, consider the legibility of the font style you choose. Some font styles are awesome but can be challenging to read. Also ensure the background contrasts with the font color to make the text readable.
Consider your wedding colors too. You may want to incorporate different shades of the wedding theme into your wedding invitations—and then carry them throughout the rest of your wedding stationary like the menus, ceremony programs and escort cards for a consistent look.
Content
Customize your wedding invitation by adding short texts that relate to you and your fiancé. It can be an extract a book, poem, song, or a Bible verse. Make sure that there are no misspellings and dates as well as the venues are correct. Even if the proof reading has been done before printing, it is highly recommended to go over the content of the final wedding invitations before sending them to avoid errors of any kind.
Ensure not to crowd the invitation. Only list the crucial points such as the time of the ceremony, the location, you and your fiancé's names, dress code, and R.S.V.P information. Trying not to include too much information on the invitation card, it can make it difficult to read, and it will look less elegant. You can leave out the directions to your wedding venue and other details about post-wedding activities.
Cost
Set your budget before you begin browsing through the wide selection of wedding invitation designs. The budget can guide on which paper quality, size, ink, and printing process since they affect the cost of your invites. Take your sample or measurements to the post office to get an accurate quote. It is vital to do your research ahead of time, so you can pick your priorities and get an accurate quote.
Choosing a wedding invitation does not need to be complicated. Remember, to include photos onto the invitation to reflect the personality of the couple and give the guests a peek of the wedding day itself.