We’re still in the heart of summer, but once the weather cools down and the leaves begin to turn, it will be the perfect time for a beautiful fall wedding! Since you need to send invitations 6 to 8 weeks before your wedding date, now is the time to shop for fall wedding invitations. The invitation you select is important in reflecting the overall theme and tone of your wedding, so it is essential to spend some time deciding which one is best for you. In this post, we’ll discuss key elements to look for in a fall wedding invitation, as well as ideas and tips to help you create the perfect invitations for your autumnal nuptials.
Choosing the Right Colors and Themes
Fall colors can be anything you choose, but typical palettes include warm oranges (especially burnt orange and terracotta), vibrant reds, and deep shades of green. You can incorporate designs into your invitation such as pumpkins, falling leaves, acorns, and floral wreaths that tie in the colors you’ve selected. When you select your invitation, look to it as seeing your overall aesthetic of the wedding and use it as a launch pad for your wedding decor ideas at your ceremony and reception.
Design and Layout
Your wedding invitation sets the tone of your wedding, but did you know it can also convey your theme? If you opt for a traditional style, modern, or rustic, guests will have an idea of the type of celebration you have planned weeks ahead of the moment they arrive. If you’re having a more formal event, consider font choices with calligraphy or script; for modern events, block lettering and wavy or swirl patterns are a popular choice.
If you’re a couple who wants to go all out, opt for custom illustrations: they’re one-of-a-kind works of art unlike any other. You can get venue illustrations, like this beauty from the custom design collection at Minted.
Paper and Printing Options
The cardstock you select plays an important role in achieving the overall desired look and tone of your event. Formal weddings call for different printing methods, like letterpress with a stylish font and heavy cardstock paper.
On the other hand, a more casual wedding may look best with digital printing on a recycled paper card with a modern font choice that is minimalist and clean.
Minted offers all types of paper options from cardstock to recycled paper to suit your needs, as well as a variety of printing methods like letterpress, foil stamping, and digital printing for any vision – and budget.
Here are some design examples to inspire you.
1. Unity
By Morgan Kendall.
2. Autumn Leafs
3. Delicate
By Susan Moyal.
4. Undone
5. Autumnal Arch
By Erin German.
6. Jasmine
By Susan Moyal.
7. Love Song
By Petra Kern.
8. Midnight Floral
By Jen Merli.
9. Gilded Gold
By Ana de Sousa.
10. By The Creek
By Becky Nimoy.
11. Nouveau
12. Victorian
By Claudia Orengo.
13. Autumne
By Lori Wemple.
14. Golden Hour
By Jennifer Wick.
What to Include: All The Important Information
Your wedding invitation should include the vital information:
• Date
• Your Full Names
• Location
• RSVP Details
Additional details may be included on an enclosure card, such as but not limited to dress code, lodging accommodations, directions, cocktail hour information, shuttle arrival times, and your wedding website address. I highly suggest including your wedding website and having all of the above details on it for your guests to view ahead of time.
► PRO TIP: For a step-by-step guide to exactly how to word invitations and what to include, read: 7 Formal Wedding Invitation Wording Examples to Use.
Now that you know the key elements of a fall wedding invitation including colors, design, paper, and what to include on yours, it’s time to pick your design! Choose invitations that reflect your unique style and sets the tone for your special day.
► CLICK HERE to browse more fall invitation designs by independent artists at Minted.
Happy Planning!
xo
Emma
This is a partner post with Minted.
