Invitations have become so much more than the stand- ard “who,” “what,” “where,” and “when.” As the first indication of your wedding’s style, they set the tone for your guests’ expectations! WHAT YOU WILL NEED LOCAL WEDDING STATIONERY DESIGNERS Don'tforget Postage! Pre-addressingi convenient forguests. Brittney Nichole Designs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Invitations By Kate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Pink Tomato Creative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Find more local vendors at TodaysBride.com GET STARTED WITH Engagement Party invitations Save-the-Date cards Bridal Shower thank you cards THE WEDDING INVITATION Invitation card (1) Guest Info card & Other Information card (2) RSVP card (3) Envelope to return RSVP Inner envelope (4) Outer envelope (5) Envelope liner (6) Belly band (7) AT THE WEDDING Ceremony program Pew cards or “reserved” seating cards Escort cards Place cards Table number cards Menu cards Favor tags AFTER THE WEDDING Thank you cards Your Save-the-Dates and Wedding Invitations are the first glimpse your guests will have of your wedding: formal or casual, traditional or modern. Let your invites make a state- ment louder than words. QUESTIONS TO ASK Notes: Remember to ask these questions: 1. Do you offer custom design? Yes No 2.Do you offer handwritten calligraphy? Yes No 3. Can you help us with wording our invites? Yes No 4. Do you also offer: Programs Place cards Menus Thank you cards 5. How far in advance should I order? 6. What does it cost to order more? 7. Can I order extra envelopes? Yes No Cost Range*: $250 to $5,000+ *Cost range can vary due to number of guests Wedding Stationery Letout-of-town guestsknowwhere tostay. Thiscard caninclude directions oryour wedding website. Ifyou're havinga seatedmeal, include dinneroptions. WEDDING STATIONERY 76 | TODAY'S BRIDE 8-12 MONTHS UNTIL "I DO"