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French Chateau Inspired Calligraphy Wedding Invitations

You guys, I just CANNOT EVEN with these gorgeous calligraphed wedding invitations. Brandi of Brandi Smyth Photography teamed up with Shannon Inman of Paperglaze Calligraphy to create these absolutely stunning French Chateau inspired calligraphy wedding invitations for a wedding in southern Louisiana. Every single detail is just so beautiful, from the custom envelope liner to the beautiful deckle edge paper. And that gold wax seal! So much yes.

French Chateau Inspired Calligraphy Wedding Invitations by Paperglaze Calligraphy

From Brandi: Pulling off a french chateau inspired wedding is not an easy task when you are in southern Louisiana. But boy do these invitations set the tone! Shannon with Paperglaze Calligraphy did an amazing job. She crafted a beautiful invitation suite for the couple, even going the extra mile and customizing the envelope liner with a french love poem. The wedding colors were very subdued and light, with mixes of ivory, soft blues and gold undertones. Shannon went with a navy blue ink to complement those colors and it turned out to be a beautiful choice! To top off the invitations they were sealed with a gold wax stamp and beautifully curated vintage stamps to perfectly complement the design.

French Chateau Inspired Calligraphy Wedding Invitations by Paperglaze Calligraphy

French Chateau Inspired Calligraphy Wedding Invitations by Paperglaze Calligraphy

French Chateau Inspired Calligraphy Wedding Invitations by Paperglaze Calligraphy

Throughout the wedding there was a French “locks of love” theme. As guests arrived, instead of signing a traditional guest book, they signed small cards attached to locks and keys and placed them on a beautiful iron gate upon entering the ceremony site. From the French inspired food and beverage selections, to the floral arrangements and vows, it was a night to remember and you definitely did not feel like you were in Louisiana. Instead you escaped for a special celebration. The venue had beautiful tall cypress trees, gravel roads, ornate fountains, lush gardens, and the land around the venue appeared to having rolling hills, even a pond with ducks and geese. It was truly an enchanting evening. Shannon hand calligraphed invitation suite tied in beautifully with the aesthetic of the day and the theme was continued throughout each and every detail.

French Chateau Inspired Calligraphy Wedding Invitations by Paperglaze Calligraphy

French Chateau Inspired Calligraphy Wedding Invitations by Paperglaze Calligraphy

Thanks Brandi and Shannon!

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

Calligraphy: Paperglaze Calligraphy

Wax Seal: Nostalgic Impressions

Vintage Stamps: Verde Studio

Ribbon: FrouFrou Chic

Photo Credits: Brandi Smyth Photography

Happy Weekend!

Happy Friday everyone! As I write this, snow and sleet are falling outside my office window after three straight days of 60-70 degree temperatures. What is UP with this crazy weather?? I’m just hoping the next few days of winter weather don’t hurt the cherry blossoms! I’ve spent the better part of the last few weeks working on something new and exciting that I can’t wait to share with all of you here! Soon, I hope! But in the meantime… 

International Women's Day by Dinara Mirtalipova

International Women’s Day illustration by Dinara Mirtalipova

…a few links for your weekend!

The prettiest dessert plates

Two printable designs from Hello!Lucky to celebrate Women’s History Month

Matcha Tiramisu for two

How cute is this rainbow blanket??

These honeycomb cake hats are totally genius.

Hey Congressman Chaffetz, stop interfering in local DC politics. We didn’t elect you, and we’re tired of your meddling. Also, you’re generally just the worst. 

Desperately in love with this green velvet and brass chair (also, this couch)

 

This week on Oh So Beautiful Paper:

Romantic copper foil wedding invitations with one of the most beautiful envelope details I’ve EVER SEEN.

We went behind the stationery with 9th Letter Press

It can be tough to admit you did something wrong. Say you’re sorry with one of these cards!

Loving this elegant script font

The sweetest modern gold foil baby announcements

Beautiful calligraphy from Miranda Writes

Modern Gold Foil Birth Announcements

We always adore when Designer Rolodex members send over the stationery they created for their own special occasions – it feels like a family affair! Sarah from Banter & Charm recently welcomed her second child, a darling baby boy named Alexander, and we’re thrilled to share his adorable birth announcements here today! Sarah kept things clean and modern, pairing his birth details with modern illustrations printed in gold foil. So sweet!

Modern Gold Foil Birth Announcements by Banter and Charm

From Sarah: As a designer, creating something for yourself can be one of the hardest things to do. I am my own worst client. I wait until the last minute, change my mind constantly, have a terrible time making a final decision, and usually give up. That is exactly what happened with my first child. When Abby was born, I had aspirations of designing an amazing announcement just for her. However, the first few months of her life flew by in a blur, and while I created several designs, none of them were exactly what I wanted. So, in the end, I gave up on a custom announcement for my daughter.

Modern Gold Foil Birth Announcements by Banter and Charm

When I found out I was expecting my second child, I promised I wouldn’t let that happen again! I went back to the announcements I originally created for my daughter, and as soon as I saw this design, I knew it would be perfect for Alexander. The illustrations were simple and sweet, and paired with a modern type they made the perfect accompaniment to Alex’s photo.

Modern Gold Foil Birth Announcements by Banter and Charm

I went back and forth on colors, but eventually decided to go with my favorite neutrals: gray and gold. With this birth announcement, I had the chance to use a printing combination I had wanted to try for a long time: flat printing paired with foil printing. Alex’s photo and all his statistics were printed first, then the tiny icons and frame were added in gold foil. The little gold clock is my favorite!

Modern Gold Foil Birth Announcements by Banter and Charm

Of course, I couldn’t pick just one photo to share, so I added a collage of photos to the back of the announcement.

Modern Gold Foil Birth Announcements by Banter and Charm

I am so glad I was able to give this sweet design a purpose as Alex’s birth announcement. I can’t imagine anything more fitting for a second child’s birth announcement than a hand-me-down from his older sibling.

Thanks so much Sarah – and congrats!

Design: Banter & Charm

Newborn photography: Simply Gorgeous Photography

Banter & Charm is a member of the Designer Rolodex – you can see more of their beautiful work right here or visit the real invi­ta­tions gallery for more wedding invitation ideas!

Photo Credits: Banter & Charm

Romantic Copper Foil Wedding Invitations

Happy Monday everyone! Are you ready for some truly beautiful wedding invitations with one of the most gorgeous envelope details I’ve EVER SEEN???? These romantic copper foil wedding invitations come to us from two ladies that are near and dear to my heart: Samantha and Whitney of Gus & Ruby Letterpress! Whitney designed (and printed!) these invitations for Sam’s wedding a couple summers ago, with beautiful calligraphy from Graceline, a soft and romantic color palette, and copper foil details woven throughout the suite. So pretty!

Romantic Copper Foil Wedding Invitations by Gus & Ruby Letterpress

From Samantha: My absolutely incredible business partner and best friend, Whitney, designed this custom suite for me, welcoming guests to my weekend-long wedding held outside Portland, Maine. Though the wedding was held in a refurbished barn, the event was not at all rustic and instead featured an elegant, romantic color palette of deep purples, rich raspberry, slate blue, copper, and a few blushy pinks. My overall aesthetic was inspired by a moody Vermeer still-life.

Romantic Copper Foil Wedding Invitations by Gus & Ruby Letterpress

Romantic Copper Foil Wedding Invitations by Gus & Ruby Letterpress

An interactive tri-fold save the date introduced guests to the event with information about the weekend. The piece was then tied with metallic twine atop a card featuring duo-tone papers (soft pink and deep plum) and a full-bleed floral pattern.

Romantic Copper Foil Wedding Invitations by Gus & Ruby Letterpress

Romantic Copper Foil Wedding Invitations by Gus & Ruby Letterpress

The invitation suite featured romantic, contemporary calligraphy by Jenny Sanders of Graceline Art and a classic roman font. The actual invitation featured a swath of copper foil along the bottom while other pieces used varying paper colors and small amounts of florals to convey the elegant tone. Each invitation suite was wrapped in a hand-dyed linen band, tied with metallic twine and had dried eucalyptus leaves atop them.

Romantic Copper Foil Wedding Invitations by Gus & Ruby Letterpress

Weekend events cards were printed on duo-toned paper (deep plum and soft pink) and housed in small slate blue “details” envelopes featuring custom wax seal closures. All pieces were printed on a mix of double-thick 100% cotton paper and rich colored stock. As always, the pieces were lovingly letterpress printed and foil-stamped by hand on our antique presses here in NH.

Romantic Copper Foil Wedding Invitations by Gus & Ruby Letterpress

Romantic Copper Foil Wedding Invitations by Gus & Ruby Letterpress

Romantic Copper Foil Wedding Invitations by Gus & Ruby Letterpress

The whole bundle was then housed in a deep wine-colored envelope with a soft blush liner. Delicate copper frames were foil stamped on the front of the envelope to encircle a selection of carefully curated stamps and white calligraphy finished the design.

Romantic Copper Foil Wedding Invitations by Gus & Ruby Letterpress

Romantic Copper Foil Wedding Invitations by Gus & Ruby Letterpress

 

Thanks so much Samantha & Whitney!

Design and Printing: Gus & Ruby Letterpress

Envelope Calligraphy: Jenny Sanders of Graceline

Gus & Ruby Letterpress is a member of the Designer Rolodex â€“ check out more of their beautiful work right here or visit the real invi­ta­tions gallery for more wedding invitation ideas!

Photo Credits: Brea McDonald Photography for Gus & Ruby Letterpress

Rustic Orange, Navy, and Wood Rehearsal Dinner Invitations

Crisp and refined, with a hint of prep and elegance! Melissa of Atheneum Creative created these rustic orange, navy, and wood rehearsal dinner invitations for Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his then-fiancée Amy Reimann. We’re loving the unique die cut shape and the walnut wood veneer pocket sleeves – the perfect mix of modern and rustic!

Rustic Orange, Navy, and Wood Rehearsal Dinner Invitations by Atheneum Creative

From Melissa: Amy and Dale are such a fun couple. While their wedding was on New Years Eve and had the look and feel of an energetic disco ball, their rehearsal dinner had a completely different feel. With denim and orange as their color palette, paired with a more rustic aesthetic, we knew the invitation needed to both set the tone for the rehearsal dinner and be starkly different from the look and feel of their wedding invitation and wedding materials.

Rustic Orange, Navy, and Wood Rehearsal Dinner Invitations by Atheneum Creative

We built a custom pocket from walnut wood veener to hold the invitation. The invitation itself is printed with a navy blue foil on an orange paper and die cut to create the unique shape. For the invitation typography and design, we wanted to keep a mix of modern and rustic with fun pops like the date and time. Whenever we have the opportunity to play with the invitation wording, we always try to give the invitation a little bit of extra fun. Invitation wording is just as important as the overall design for setting the tone for an event.

Rustic Orange, Navy, and Wood Rehearsal Dinner Invitations by Atheneum Creative

We wanted the guests to experience the feel of this party the second they got the invitation in their stack of mail. We mailed the invitation suite in a crystal clear envelope with a wrap around address label. By using this envelope the guests could see all the colors of the wood, orange, and navy before they even opened the envelope. We also worked on a day-of few items for their guests for the rehearsal dinner, including a koozie printed with the reverse color scheme – orange ink on navy fabric.

Rustic Orange, Navy, and Wood Rehearsal Dinner Invitations by Atheneum Creative

Thanks Melissa!

Design: Atheneum Creative

Atheneum Creative is a member of the Designer Rolodex – you can see more of their beautiful work right here or visit the real invi­ta­tions gallery for more wedding invitation ideas!

Photo Credits: Chelsea Davis Photography