38 PAPER CHAINS When thinking about your stationery needs, it’s easy to consider the initial requirements of save-the-dates, invites and RSVPs, however, the stationery design elements start from the very beginning right up until after the big day itself – don’t forget those thank you cards! Check list •Save-the-dates – get these out early, even if you are still finalising the details •Invites – include as much information as you can so your guests know exactly what to expect •RSVPS – paper, or digital if you’re looking for an alternative, give a deadline •Order of service, hymns sheet – more so for a religious wedding, although still a nice touch for any wedding •Table plan – there are some exciting ideas on Pinterest, you can go all- out with a plant pot display, or keep it classic with an A-board on a fancy easel, to name but two of a hundred of ways! •Table names – many couples choose words relevant to the theme, such as movie characters, or places the couple love to visit together is a romantic go-to •Guests’ place name – calligraphy writing on a card is still suffice, however you can place on a fancy stand, tie it to something sweet, or, swap that card out for an agate coaster or Perspex plastic disc. •Menu – food and drink can be listed either on the table, or at each guests’ place setting; this is great for those with dietary requirements that may have ordered something else, or for little ones attending the day •Signage throughout venue – there are so many areas where you can continue the theme of the day through the stationery elements such as welcome signs, take your seat instructions, signs in the lavatories flagging up toiletries, the cards and gifts area, and so on... •Thank you cards – the final goodbye to your wedding day, theme and colour scheme, make the most of this heartfelt thank you! STYLE Personalised: Think polaroid/photo booth pictures of the happy couple as your save-the-dates followed by a picture of you holding a sign ‘we’re getting married’ for your invites; or a hand-drawn image of your chosen wedding venue followed by a hand-drawn image of you in your wedding attire for your ‘thank you’ cards. Classic: Think white with the emphasis on fonts, with a limited colour palette, and minimal embellishments. The ‘classic’ styles lend themselves well to stationery suites which are all perfectly packaged and sealed with a bow. Theme: Whether you have a floral paper, gold letters, and a wax seal on the envelopes for your Bridgerton-themed invites, or you go retro-disco with a bubble font, bold colour palette and disco ball motif, themed invites are fun; your stationery designer will love the creativity and they will set the tone for the rest of the day so your guest will know exactly what to expect – they’re the ultimate sneak peek.
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