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{happy weekend!}

This was a big week, no? It feels so nice to turn on the news for reports about something good for a change. I also spent a good part of my week going through years and years of saved articles in my Google Reader (I have some as far back as 2008!) and bookmarking them elsewhere or pinning them on my Pinterest page. I migrated to Feedly a couple of months ago (I like the clean layout and easy functionality), but I’ll still miss Reader when it goes offline at the end of this month. Sigh. But in the meantime…

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Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Navy

I think navy is perhaps the most perfect summer neutral. I really start to fall in love with it each season as the Fourth of July approaches (can you believe it’s next week!?) and the red, white and blue starts to make its appearance. Navy can be adapted for so many summer wedding styles: preppy, classic, nautical and Americana. It lends itself well to stationery, as it looks great in stripes or as the backdrop for fine white calligraphy. Here’s a few navy ideas that span its versatility, with a subtle nod to the Fourth, too. —Kelly

Day-Of Wedding Stationery Inspiration and Ideas: Navy via Oh So Beautiful Paper (1)

Photo by Jen Huang Photography, Escort Cards by Mélangerie Inc. via Style Me Pretty

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Photo by Jen Huang Photography, Place Cards by Mélangerie Inc. via Style Me Pretty (left), Photo by Katelyn James Photography, Ceremony Program by Tucker Francis via Grey Likes Weddings (right)

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Photo by Jen Huang Photography, Pennant Flags by Mélangerie Inc. via Style Me Pretty

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Photo by Mandy Mayberry via Ruffled (left), Photo by Kate Murphy Photography, Ceremony Program by Buchanan Ink via Elizabeth Anne Designs (right)

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Photo by Annie McElwain, Menu by Posh Paperie via Green Wedding Shoes

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Photos by Beaux Arts Photographie, Stationery by Lilly & Louise via Santa Barbara Chic

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Photo by Jill Thomas via Green Wedding Shoes

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Photo by Troy and Aimee Grover, Flags by Papermade Designs via Grey Likes Weddings (left), Photo by M Three Studio via Elizabeth Anne Designs (right)

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Photo by Troy and Aimee Grover, Escort Cards by Papermade Designs via Grey Likes Weddings

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Photo by Kristyn Hogan via Wedding Chicks (left), Photo by Heather Roth Fine Art Photography, Table Number by Ten Four Paper via Elizabeth Anne Designs (right)

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Hillary + Chris’s Illustrated Nautical Wedding Invitations

Nautical motifs are some of the most versatile design elements – they can be dressed up in classic navy and white or become more playful in a whimsical illustrated design. I couldn’t resist sharing these nautical wedding invitations and save the dates spotted over on the Quill & Fox. The illustrations and nautical flags are just too much fun!

Illustrated Nautical Wedding Invitations by Quill and Fox via Oh So Beautiful Paper (2)

From Yas: The couple share a love for traveling and having fun — which is a perfect thing to embody for this set. We wanted to make a strong early statement for the save the date, using iconic nautical imagery and an illustrated whale that’s slightly reminiscent of the old style book illustrations.

Illustrated Nautical Wedding Invitations by Quill and Fox via Oh So Beautiful Paper (1)

The invitation set includes a large map of Martha’s Vineyard, along with specific information about the wedding venue and other important guest instructions. The contents were laid out to mimic a playful interpretation of a captain’s map.

Illustrated Nautical Wedding Invitations by Quill and Fox via Oh So Beautiful Paper (3)

Illustrated Nautical Wedding Invitations by Quill and Fox via Oh So Beautiful Paper (4)

Read more over at Quill & Fox right here!

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

Photo Credits: Quill & Fox

Madeleine + Ben’s Lobster Bake Post-Wedding Party Invitations

The wedding day goes by far too quickly, so I love the idea of a post-wedding party as a way for a much more relaxed bride and groom to spend additional time with friends and family. Diane from Faye & Co. created these invitations for a post-wedding lobster bake on Nantucket, complete with Diane’s signature hand lettering and illustrated nautical details. So fun!

Lobster Bake Post-Wedding Party Invitations by Faye & Co. via Oh So Beautiful Paper (5)

From Diane: Madeleine and Ben wanted a Nantucket Island look to their post-wedding lobster bake party invitations, so through some fun illustration & lettering, we did just that! The tri-fold invitation was tied together with gray and white baker’s twine with a fun little tag reading “We’ve tied the knot, now let’s celebrate!” which surrounded a sailor’s knot. The navy and red color palette was a must for this lobsterfest, and really made the entire set pop.

Lobster Bake Post-Wedding Party Invitations by Faye & Co. via Oh So Beautiful Paper (6)

After unfolding the invitation the guests would find a map of Nantucket Island marking the events of the weekend, the main invitation with a big old red lobster and the details, and a perforated rsvp postcard for easy tearing and sending.

Lobster Bake Post-Wedding Party Invitations by Faye & Co. via Oh So Beautiful Paper (2)

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On the reverse side was their return address, hand-lettered alongside of a lobster claw (made into a logo for use at the event), and custom-made return postage featuring the silhouette of Nantucket island.

Lobster Bake Post-Wedding Party Invitations by Faye & Co. via Oh So Beautiful Paper (3)

Each invitation was delivered to guests with hand-addressing on the outer envelopes and beach-themed vintage postage. The flap of the envelope was sealed with a custom address label, which we also turned into a rubber stamp for Madeleine and Ben to use in the future.

Lobster Bake Post-Wedding Party Invitations by Faye & Co. via Oh So Beautiful Paper (1)

Thanks Diane!

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

Photo Credits: Faye & Co.

Laurie + Jaime’s Nautical Wedding Invitations

Summer is fully upon us here in DC, and with it comes an obsession with the beach and all things nautical! As a girl that grew up along the beaches of Florida but now lives 90 miles inland, I really miss those beaches during the warm and humid summer months. Andrea from Chirp Paperie sent over some nautical invitations that she designed for a wedding on the Massachusetts coast. With the navy and white color palette and anchor details, I can practically smell the salty ocean air through these invitations!

Nautical Wedding Invitations by Chirp Paperie via Oh So Beautiful Paper (4)

From Andrea: Laurie and Jaime are dear friends that have been eagerly awaiting their wedding day. They reside in Danvers, Massachusetts right between Boston and Manchester by the Sea. Their house is perched on the water and so it was no surprise that Laurie desired a nautical themed wedding and invitation suite.

Nautical Wedding Invitations by Chirp Paperie via Oh So Beautiful Paper (5)

Their wedding will take place at the Danversport Yacht Club, and feature navy, gray, and classic anchor details. Laurie and Jaime wanted something “clean, contemporary and yet still classic.” Using their vision, I created a simple layout featuring their wedding colors and anchors. I then played with typography options to add a playful vibe to the invitation itself while not steering too far from the classic look they desired.

Nautical Wedding Invitations by Chirp Paperie via Oh So Beautiful Paper (6)

The invitation was wrapped with a custom striped bellyband featuring their names and wedding date. The very talented Erica Dunhill of WP Inks did the calligraphy on the front of the envelope and was then sealed with silver wax giving it a polished and sophisticated finish.

Nautical Wedding Invitations by Chirp Paperie via Oh So Beautiful Paper (3)

Thanks Andrea!

Design: Chirp Paperie

Calligraphy: WP Inks

Printing: TAP of West Palm Beach

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

Photo Credits: Chirp Paperie