Organic Tropical Wedding Invitations on Handmade Paper

Did you ever think you would hear the words organic and tropical together in an invitation suite? Well, today’s the day! Shana from Iris & Marie Letterpress sent over these beautiful organic tropical wedding invitations on handmade paper, inspired in large part by the texture of the Spanish moss at the wedding venue. The entire suite was printed on gorgeous handmade paper from Farmette Press – I just can’t get over those natural deckled edges! – in the most beautiful shades of blue and peach. So dreamy.

Organic Tropical Wedding Invitations on Handmade Paper by Iris & Marie Letterpress on Farmette Paper

From ShanaThese organic tropical wedding invitations started out with a little flamingo and some handmade paper, and from there the rest just fell into place! I was inspired by the Spanish moss texture at the venue and brought that into the suite using Farmette Press handmade paper. Loren’s paper is very textural, not perfect, and very organic looking – exactly how Spanish moss feels to me.

Organic Tropical Wedding Invitations on Handmade Paper by Iris & Marie Letterpress on Farmette Paper

Organic Tropical Wedding Invitations on Handmade Paper by Iris & Marie Letterpress on Farmette Paper

Organic Tropical Wedding Invitations on Handmade Paper by Iris & Marie Letterpress on Farmette Paper

Also inspired by the coast, we added a hand drawn little flamingo friend to the invitation along with custom spot calligraphy by Paulene at Leen Machine Calligraphy. Paulene’s calligraphy added another element of texture with the hand written look that the lines have. The color palette is very spring-y and beachy with all the shades of blue and bits of peachy neutrals.

Organic Tropical Wedding Invitations on Handmade Paper by Iris & Marie Letterpress on Farmette Paper

We wanted to keep the colors lush, but still spring-like for the Savannah wedding. The overall suite has a rustic vintage feel with layers of organic textures throughout the suite, including the twine used to tie the suite together and keep everything in place. The calligraphy and text layout reminds me of script from an old document and the twine lends itself to that as well.

Organic Tropical Wedding Invitations on Handmade Paper by Iris & Marie Letterpress on Farmette Paper

While there is a lot of texture going on, the overall design is pretty minimal. I kept the text small and to a minimum to let the paper speak for itself. The design is centered in the middle of the invitation to let the edges flow around the words and act as a frame. The leaves on the back envelope flap give the invitation a “fan me with your tropical leaves” vibe and, in my personal opinion, makes it all a little more regal. I absolutely love how these organic tropical wedding invitations came together – from the speckles in the handmade paper to the Spanish moss to the bride’s gorgeous red hair!

Organic Tropical Wedding Invitations on Handmade Paper by Iris & Marie Letterpress on Farmette Paper

Organic Tropical Wedding Invitations on Handmade Paper by Iris & Marie Letterpress on Farmette Paper

Thanks Shana!

Invitation Design and Printing: Shana at Iris & Marie Letterpress

Calligraphy: Paulene from Leen Machine Calligraphy

Paper: Farmette Press

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Photo Credits: JB Marie Photography