Looking for an elegant bridal shower theme for a nature-loving bride? A greenery-inspired bridal shower is a perfect way to celebrate the upcoming nuptials surrounded by lush, leafy details that symbolize growth, harmony, and a fresh new beginning. Whether you’re hosting in a garden, backyard, or a stylish indoor venue, these greenery-themed ideas will help you create a celebration that’s as elegant as it is refreshing. read more…

Your special day is fast approaching, and you’re deep in the trenches of wedding planning. You set your sights early on for an elegant affair — black ties, wedding cake tiers, and a live band. There are still plenty of decisions to be made, and deciding on a formal wedding invitation design is at the top of your list.

You’ll need to pick out your stationery, decide what to write, and finalize your invitation wording. And while this is your big day — and therefore you, and only you, make the rules — we have a few suggestions for formalizing all of the above. Below, you’ll find wedding invitation etiquette, selected messages to include, and a few sample designs that make an excellent fit for a formal wedding.
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Newly engaged couples often have questions when it comes to their save the dates, and rightfully so. There’s a lot to it! Whether you’re mailing traditional save the dates or going with a digital wedding save the date like Greenvelope, there’s plenty to consider (and get excited about).
Below are some answers to common questions that we hear about sending wedding save the dates and a guide on how to create and your own design the easy way.

Greenvelope is a digital invitation platform that offers beautiful save the date designs delivered in animated envelopes with an ad-free guest experience. Customize every detail, collect mailing addresses, and keep your guest list organized, all from one place.

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Saying goodbye is bittersweet, but having a party to send someone off on new adventures can help make the moment more joyful. A farewell party is a great way to show someone how much you’ll miss them and how excited you are for what lies ahead. Plus, it’s the perfect way to get everyone together one last time before they leave. 

Here, we’ll show you how to create farewell party invitations. You’ll learn about important information to include and find design and wording examples to make writing them easier. Plus, we’ll give you tips to make the invitations memorable and offer ways to incorporate the guest of honor’s personality and the event’s theme.
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Brunch is always a good idea. Whether you’re planning a surprise birthday, putting together a casual gathering with friends on the weekend, or hosting a formal fundraiser, a brunch is the perfect way to go. By changing up the decor and food spread, you can easily incorporate any theme and plan brunch events that range from laid-back to elegant.

But before you start party planning, you have to tell your guests about the celebration using printed or digital invitations. Raise a glass to these creative and gorgeous brunch invitations. From shimmering invites that offer a sophisticated atmosphere to silly and fun designs, there’s something for every brunch event.
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According to etiquette, everyone invited to your wedding ceremony should be invited to the reception. However, it’s perfectly okay to have a small ceremony with a select few guests followed by a big party with all of your friends and family. Just make sure that your wedding reception invitations are smartly worded so that guests know which aspects of your big day they are welcome to attend.

Having separate invitations for the ceremony and reception can be a big sigh of relief for couples who don’t like the spotlight or who would rather their ceremony be a private affair. You can also use wedding reception invitations to follow a spur-of-the-moment elopement or destination wedding with a big bash back home. Here, we’ve broken down everything you need to know about reception-only wedding invitations.
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While people may choose digital stationery for a variety of reasons — whether that is saving on costs, easing RSVP efforts, or reducing environmental impact — one thing we can all agree on is that customization is a huge benefit. That is why we are so excited to share that you can now take even more control over your Greenvelope cards or invitations with endlessly customizable backgrounds. read more…

Cash is a wonderful gift idea, especially if the recipient is saving for something exciting, or you want to give them the gift of choice. You don’t just have to hand over dollar bills in an envelope though — there are plenty of great money gift ideas for birthdays that are more creative.

Discover some of our favorite ways to give money as a gift in a fun and unique way. From a scavenger hunt to money origami, there’s a gift idea here for everyone.
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You’ve set the date, and now it’s time to tell the world! If a traditional paper save the date isn’t your style or you’re considering alternatives, why not try a digital save the date?
Let’s explore the world of digital save the dates, including why they’re a great choice, how to create them, and inspiration from some of our favorite invite designs. Or jump straight into Greenvelope’s collection of wedding save the date designs, each one delivered through an opening envelope animation with deep customization on colors, fonts, and photos, plus seamless guest tracking built in.
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There’s something magical about a brunch wedding. Even though there’s an early start, you have more of the day to enjoy with your loved ones, the setting is more relaxed, and it’s easy to craft a beautiful atmosphere. There’s that gorgeous early light that creates jaw-dropping photos, plus the practical benefits of affordability and more casual wedding decor and dining options.

To help you make the most of your big day, here’s our guide on planning a beautiful brunch wedding. We’ll take you through tips on planning the perfect breakfast feast, including ideas for the menu and venue — plus share our favorite brunch wedding ideas. You’ll also find inspiration for picking out the perfect brunch wedding invitations, whether it’s a relaxed, intimate affair or a fancy spread. 
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