20/07/2023
I would like to share some insight on the paper options for wedding stationery!
When it comes to your wedding stationery and, really, any special event invitations, there are a lot of printing options to consider 💕
First, you have your 4 major printing techniques, then you’ve got your actual paper selections, your envelopes and, of course, any design treatments.
The “weight” of your paper or card is essentially how thick it is. Typically, thicker feels (and is) more expensive and higher-end✨ where lighter papers feel cheaper. That said, each printing technique has its limitations on how light or heavy your invitations can be.
Paper weight can also be super confusing because each type of paper (text weight, cardstock, etc) each have their own basis weights, so you will see an 80lb text weight and an 80lb cardstock weight, even though they are nowhere close to the same thickness ✨ Because of this, I recommend comparing paper stock using the “gsm” measurement where possible, as it’s standardized across paper types and categories.
I personally use a 300gsm (or 110lb) card for my invitations. I find this works best with my foil stamping machine, offers a beautiful impression and gives a high-end feel to the completed suite. I hope this helps when dreaming up your ideal wedding invitation suite!
Next, I'll share some insight on choosing the material and colours! 🙌
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