Modern Holographic Foil and Enamel Pin Wedding Invitations

Um, YES. With shiny and colorful holographic foil and a custom enamel pin keepsake, these wedding invitations are right up our alley! Designer and lettering artist Rachael Gibilterra designed these stunning modern holographic foil and enamel pin wedding invitations and save the dates for her own special day. We can’t imagine a better way of sending fun vibes to all of your guests than a wedding invitation full of holographic foil and mailed INSIDE hologram envelopes!

Modern Holographic Foil and Enamel Pin Wedding Invitations by Rachael Gibilterra

Modern Holographic Foil and Enamel Pin Wedding Invitations by Rachael Gibilterra

From Rachael: It all started with my main goal for our wedding: be different. In this social media age, and especially with Pinterest and wedding blogs, everyone is seeing and doing the same things. They’re all very pretty, but as a designer and creative, I strive to do what no one else is doing. I came across these holographic envelopes and after initially writing them off as “too flashy,” I came back around to them about a month later, still obsessed, determined to use them in our wedding stationery.

Modern Holographic Foil and Enamel Pin Wedding Invitations by Rachael Gibilterra

With the whole night sky concept I had for the actual stationery pieces, holographic foil printing was the obvious choice. It’s unexpected and amazing, and I couldn’t be happier with the final result! It fit perfectly into the starry night bohemian vibe I envisioned for the whole event. It embodies us as a couple. What I’ve learned so far through this process is that you should never back down from something that speaks to you because of what other people may think. If you make decisions based on things you love, it will all come together beautifully FOR YOU, which is what matters most.

Modern Holographic Foil and Enamel Pin Wedding Invitations by Rachael Gibilterra

The enamel pins are another unusual addition to a wedding suite, and I wanted to do something special for our save the date that was memorable and sort of interactive, but also useful and not have our names plastered all over it. This way, our guests can keep and use this pin for themselves and while it’ll remind them of us and our celebration, it’s also totally unbranded! I wanted to give them something that they could keep and use well beyond our wedding. Many friends tell me they still have our save the date on their fridge, which warms a designer’s heart.

Modern Holographic Foil and Enamel Pin Wedding Invitations by Rachael Gibilterra

I’m so happy with how our wedding came together, everything following in the wake of these crazy invitations. Once I followed my instincts and these actually came into existence, it helped me to visualize the rest of the wedding. We finished it off with organic, wild florals, midnight blue tuxes, blush details, and an embellished deco-inspired gown. We also had hand-dyed shibori tea towel favors and donuts for a cake! We tried to just choose things that spoke to us as a couple and be genuine in everything we did. It worked out fabulously, and it was the best day of our lives.

Modern Holographic Foil and Enamel Pin Wedding Invitations by Rachael Gibilterra

Thanks Rachael!

Design: Rachael Gibilterra Design & Lettering
Printing: Mama’s Sauce
Paper: French Paper Company
Envelopes: Blake Envelopes
Ring: Heidi Gibson
Ring Box: The Mrs. Box

Check out the Designer Rolodex for more tal­ented wed­ding invi­ta­tion design­ers and the real invi­ta­tions gallery for more wedding invitation ideas!

Photo Credits: Rachael Gibilterra

Modern Gold and Plum Watercolor Wedding Invitations

It’s been a minute since we featured some gorgeous wedding invitations, so let’s jump right back in the saddle with these modern gold and plum watercolor wedding invitations from designer and calligrapher Ash Bush! These stunning invitations highlight her gorgeous lettering and painterly skills. And can we talk about the navy outer envelopes for a moment, please? A sweep of gold paint, modern lettering, and a vintage stamp collage!

Modern Gold and Plum Watercolor Wedding Invitations

From Ash: Talk about dream project! Working with Laura and Doug on their custom watercolor wedding invitations was so life-giving. They were getting married at the Springs Preserve in Las Vegas, a beautiful, botanical oasis. Her colors were jewel-toned berry and deep navy blue, along with some pops of plum and glittery gold. The minute I heard her vision was the minute I fell in love with this suite.

Modern Gold and Plum Watercolor Wedding Invitations

I went very modern and painterly for the style and feel of the whole suite as well as the custom lettering. The outer envelope totally stole the show. They were a beautiful deep blue, and we contrasted that with a bright gold brushstroke across the front. The gold was topped with some white lettering, and the white lettering carried over onto the back return address flap. We also carried the gold lettering over onto the rsvp envelopes, but in a subtle way.

Modern Gold and Plum Watercolor Wedding Invitations

Everything was paired with paint splatters and tons of gorgeous texture. Laura opted for curated vintage stamps on her envelope, and that was totally the cherry on top of an already delicious sundae! To really complete the suite I designed a custom envelope liner in a subtle gradient of her colors, paired with some watercolor texture. And then I went through and hand-speckled the invites and envelopes with gold splatters, totally worth it!

Modern Gold and Plum Watercolor Wedding Invitations

Her day-of details consisted of the most amazing dip-dyed escort cards. I dipped them all by hand in a custom berry ink, and blue watercolor mixture, and then paired it with gold lettering. The event planner then hung them all along with greenery to create a stunning visual at the reception. I also made some custom signs for her food tables and bar settings.

Modern Gold and Plum Watercolor Wedding Invitations

I don’t think I’ll ever stop dreaming about this wedding suite, and the photos from the day show how beautifully it all came together to create a bohemian and modern high-end style.

Modern Gold and Plum Watercolor Wedding Invitations

Watercolor Wedding Escort Card Display

Thanks Ash!

Design: Ash Bush
Paper: French Paper Co.
Envelopes: Cards & Pockets
Event Planning: Scheme Events 

Check out the Designer Rolodex for more tal­ented wed­ding invi­ta­tion design­ers and the real invi­ta­tions gallery for more wedding invitation ideas!

Photo Credits: Gaby J Photography

Happy Weekend!

Happy Friday everyone! We started with that amazing eclipse on Monday, and as of today we officially made it through our first week of school here in DC. Yay! Next week, Oh So Beautiful Paper will be on our annual summer hiatus – so we’ll be back with fresh new posts after Labor Day. Plus, I have some REALLY exciting news that I can’t wait to share with all of you! But you’ll just have to wait until September 5 to find out what it is! But in the meantime…

Envelopes by Blue Eye Brown Eye Calligraphy

Envelopes by Lauren Essl of Blue Eye Brown Eye Calligraphy via #dailydoseofpaper

…a few links for your weekend!

Grab this free printable editorial calendar to organize your blog and social schedule!

This is fascinating: the slave that taught Jack Daniel how to make whiskey

100% adding this sweater to my fall closet

Feeling inspired by these colors and shapes

After years of searching, I finally found my dream raincoat! And it’s pale pink! (It also comes in mint green here.)

How cute is this pom pom tank?

A new online calligraphy class with Bailey of Antiquaria Design!

Card of the week! (by the always hilarious Emily McDowell)

 

This week on Oh So Beautiful Paper:

Fifteen awesome 2017-2018 planners and agendas

We wrapped up our coverage from the 2017 National Stationery Show with two final posts: a party goods round up and a few final favorite products from the show!

Go Behind the Stationery with Egg Press

Make this fun DIY watercolor floral pencil pouch!

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Watercolor Details

It’s no secret that we’re big fans of watercolor details around here, from wedding invitations to day-of wedding stationery. There are so many ways to use watercolor to add color, texture, and personality to your big day! Illustrated menus, watercolor place cards… even watercolor envelopes and hand painted backdrops! We’ve rounded up a few gorgeous watercolor details below to spark some inspiration! – Annie

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Watercolor Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Repeat watercolor details throughout your wedding. Wouldn’t this cactus pattern look great as an envelope liner? | Photography: Megan Welker, Event Design & Planning: Beijos Events, Paper Goods & Calligraphy: Poppy Jack Shop via Green Wedding Shoes

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Watercolor Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

I love the watercolor illustrations on this bar sign! | Photography: Tec Petaja, Event Design & Planning: Bash Please, Stationery: Happy Menocal via Style Me Pretty

Colorful DIY Watercolor Envelopes!

You can even use watercolors to add some color to your invitation envelopes! Check out our DIY tutorial right here!

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Watercolor Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Black calligraphy pops against a soft watercolor background. | Photography: Max Wanger, Event Design & Planning: Bash Please via Bash Please

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Watercolor Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

How gorgeous is this hand-painted backdrop?! | Photography: KT Merry, Backdrop: Momental Designs via Southern Weddings

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Watercolor Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Add a splash of color in unexpected places, like these personalized coasters. | Photography: Ryan Ray Photography, Event Design & Planning: Stefanie Miles Events, Stationery: Meldeen via Style Me Pretty

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Watercolor Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Take your escort cards to the next level with watercolor and metallic calligraphy. | Photography: Studio Castillero, Event Design & Planning: Lace & Likes, Paper Goods: Ben Todd via Green Wedding Shoes

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Watercolor Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

These dip-dyed coffee filters would make a great photo booth backdrop. | Photography: Ruth Eileen Photography via Style Me Pretty

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Watercolor Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Make a statement with bright, oversized signs… | Photography: Ashley West Photography, Paper Goods: Claire Magnolia via The Knot

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Watercolor Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

… Or if subtle is more your style, stick to smaller details, like the watercolor trim on this table number. | Photography: Jessica Lorren Organic Photography, Event Design & Planning: Jessica Sloane via Style Me Pretty

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Watercolor Details / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Illustrated menus add whimsy to your table. | Photography: Anna Delores Photography, Event Design & Planning: Wild Heart Events, Paper Goods & Calligraphy: Pigment & Parchment via Green Wedding Shoes

Are you loving watercolors as much as we are? Let us know if you’re planning to incorporate watercolor details into your wedding! xoxo

Calligraphy Inspiration: Emily Rose Ink

Hello friends! I’m super excited to dive into the work of calligrapher Emily Asher of Emily Rose Ink today. It’s summertime, and we’re right in the peak season of being outdoors, where you want pretty things around you that feel fresh and organic, and even maybe a little romantic. That pretty much wraps up Emily’s style of calligraphy. So let’s jump in with a whole dose of lettering work that I think you’ll love. Jen

Wedding Calligraphy Inspiration from Emily Rose Ink

Photo Credit: Lea Emerson Photography

Of her inspiration, Emily shares, “I’ve found that I gravitate towards a style that feels romantic and organic but refined, a little imperfect without being too messy. I want my invitations to convey the formality deserving of a wedding without feeling stuffy or too traditional.”

Calligraphy and Vintage Stamp Envelope Inspiration from Emily Rose Ink

Emily likes to use vintage stamps with her wedding projects. “It’s fun for me to choose stamps that correspond to the couple’s geographical location, their history, or their interests, and they dress up an envelope in a way that makes each guest feel like they are opening a beautifully decorated gift when they receive their invitation.”

Wedding Calligraphy Inspiration from Emily Rose Ink

Wedding Calligraphy Inspiration from Emily Rose Ink

Wedding Calligraphy Inspiration from Emily Rose Ink

Photos: Leah Emerson Photography

“I am definitely inspired by nature and often my invitations have a sense of place – whether it’s a venue illustration or a floral border inspired by the local colors and varieties of flowers that will be used in their wedding,” shares Emily. This is one invitation for a welcome party that I’d want to frame afterwards!

Wedding Calligraphy Inspiration from Emily Rose Ink

Photo: Tim Tab Photography

I love this color palette for an invitation suite. That’s such a pretty blue and I love how it pairs with the reds.

“Lately I’ve been doing a lot of venue illustrations – both detailed architectural line drawings and watercolor scenes inspired by the natural beauty of the venue — and I love giving guests a preview of the wedding in this way,” says Emily. “The invitations also then serve as mementos for the couple, pieces of art that they can cherish forever.”

Wedding Calligraphy Inspiration from Emily Rose Ink

Photo Credit: Lea Emerson Photography

Wedding Calligraphy Inspiration from Emily Rose Ink

Check out these Save the Dates by Emily! Talk about a keeper — the California landscape looks so cool on those cards.

Wedding Calligraphy Inspiration from Emily Rose Ink

Photo: Maria Harte Photography

Here’s an example of when subtle is so perfect. The soft gray tones of the lettering and vine illustration on this table card makes the design feel more modern.

Thanks so much to Emily of Emily Rose Ink for sharing a peek of her work. See you soon, friends!

Emily Rose Ink is a member of the Oh So Beautiful Paper Designer Rolodex – you can see more of her work right here!