{"id":15324,"date":"2023-08-09T02:12:24","date_gmt":"2023-08-09T07:12:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/?p=15324"},"modified":"2023-08-09T02:26:57","modified_gmt":"2023-08-09T07:26:57","slug":"custom-wedding-invitations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/custom-wedding-invitations","title":{"rendered":"How to Design Stunning Custom Wedding Invitations for Your Big Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15326\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/customized-wedding-invitations.jpg\" alt=\"Customized wedding invitations\" width=\"850\" height=\"623\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/customized-wedding-invitations.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/customized-wedding-invitations-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/customized-wedding-invitations-768x563.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span>Planning your wedding is a momentous time filled with anticipation, joy, and love. For most couples, an off-the-shelf invite just won\u2019t cut it. That\u2019s why <\/span><span>custom wedding invitations<\/span><span> continue to be such a popular choice.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The thing is, traditional <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">custom wedding invites<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be quite pricey \u2014 from the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">card stock selection <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">design elements<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the assortment of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">enclosure cards. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, there\u2019s another option for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bespoke wedding stationery<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at a fraction of the price: digital invitations. Here, we\u2019ll show you how to create your own customized yet<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/affordable-wedding-invitations\">affordable wedding invitations<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a simple step-by-step <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">design process<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><b>Digital <\/b><b>Custom Wedding Invitations: <\/b><b>The New Trend<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding planning<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there are lots of budget considerations, and custom paper <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">invitations<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can take a substantial chunk of your <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wedding-budget-breakdown\">wedding budget<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. But we\u2019re happy to share that c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ustom wedding invites <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can be more affordable when you go paper-free.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital custom wedding invites<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are an ideal choice for many reasons. To start, they spare you the expense of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">printed<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cardstock<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and postage. They\u2019re also eco-friendly and incredibly convenient, allowing you to create your designs from the comfort of your own computer. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Online invitations<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> also save you time \u2014 no need to head to the stationery store to pick out your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">invitation suite <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or wait for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RSVP<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cards to roll in. You can send them in moments and track RSVPs with ease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And let\u2019s not forget that paper-free <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">custom wedding invites <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">still offer a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bespoke<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> look and feel. Whether you want the look of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cotton paper<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gold foil <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">elements, or gorgeous <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">monogram wedding cards<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you have creative control and can transform any <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">template<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> into a completely <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">unique design<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Greenvelope, our <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding invitations<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offer you the opportunity to get creative and send invitations that feel uniquely yours, no matter how many guests you have or where they\u2019re located.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>7 Steps to Create Your <\/b><b>Custom Wedding Invitations<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have your heart set on sending beautiful <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">custom wedding invitations<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to your loved ones, but where do you start? Here\u2019s a step-by-step guide on how to go from idea to reality with customized <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding invites<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Choose a <\/b><b>Wedding Invitation<\/b><b> Theme<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_15332\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15332\" class=\"wp-image-15332 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Vibrant-Oasis-Invitation-1.jpg\" alt=\"Custom wedding invitations: Vibrant Oasis Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Vibrant-Oasis-Invitation-1.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Vibrant-Oasis-Invitation-1-258x300.jpg 258w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15332\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Plum Pretty Sugar\u00ae<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key to creating stunning <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding invites<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is to choose a theme. Whether you want something bold and striking, or soft and relaxed, a theme adds cohesion and polish.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think about your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding style<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and what you\u2019re planning for your overall<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wedding-theme-ideas\">wedding theme<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Often, couples will choose <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding stationery<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (including save the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">date cards<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RSVP cards<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) in a style that matches their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding theme<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or color scheme.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decide whether you want your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding invitation suite<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to feel classic and elegant, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">minimalist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and contemporary, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">boho<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, whimsical, or floral \u2014 like this<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/vibrant-oasis\/blue\/wedding\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Vibrant Oasis invite<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. With your theme chosen, it\u2019s much easier to build a shortlist of designs and eventually find your perfect invite.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Find a <\/b><b>Template<\/b><b> You Love<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_15327\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15327\" class=\"wp-image-15327 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dreamy-Letterpress-Invitation-1.jpg\" alt=\"Custom wedding invitations: Dreamy Letterpress Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Dreamy-Letterpress-Invitation-1.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Dreamy-Letterpress-Invitation-1-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15327\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Gwen B Design<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s a design out there for any taste, interest, or passion \u2014 from<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/watercolor-wedding-invitations\"><strong>watercolor<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong> florals<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to this gorgeous<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/dreamy-letterpress\/white\/wedding\">Dreamy Letterpress invitation<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. With your chosen theme in mind, you can start exploring different designs to see which catch your attention.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greenvelope offers a collection of more than 400 <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/wedding-invitations\">wedding invitation designs<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for you to browse. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use our filters to narrow down the results and see only those that match your chosen color, style, shape, or features.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spend time with your partner to look through the different designs. Talk about which elements you like, what you\u2019d change, and what you want your dream <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding invites<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to look like. Every one of our <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">templates<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a foundation \u2014 you can play with the layout, colors, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fonts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and wording to create your own <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">unique design<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t see a design that you\u2019ve fallen in love with? You can also unleash your full creativity and upload your own <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">custom design<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to enjoy the benefits of sending your invites through Greenvelope.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Consider a <\/b><b>Photo Wedding Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_15325\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15325\" class=\"wp-image-15325 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bold-Type-Invitation-2.jpg\" alt=\"Custom wedding invitations: Bold Type Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Bold-Type-Invitation-2.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Bold-Type-Invitation-2-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15325\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Claudia Owen (Photo courtesy of Carina Skrobecki)<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to showcase some of your stunning engagement photos or simply love the idea of sharing a snap of the two of you, a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">photo wedding invitation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the way to go.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greenvelope offers a lovely collection of<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/wedding-invitations-photo\">photo wedding invitations<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that give you the space to share your favorite photo. We have designs that allow for a full-size photo, multiple photos, and framed photos. There are also a few unusual photo cards \u2014 like this<\/span><strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/bold-type\/white\/wedding\">Bold Type wedding invite<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Customize Your <\/b><b>Wedding Invitations<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_15330\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15330\" class=\"wp-image-15330 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Retro-Arch-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Retro Arch Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Retro-Arch-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Retro-Arch-Invitation-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15330\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Carmia Jordaan<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve chosen your design, it\u2019s time to customize. Even if you\u2019re new to designing digital invites, there\u2019s no reason to worry. We\u2019ve developed an easy <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">design process<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that guides you through each step, so you can create gorgeous invitations in no time at all.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open up your chosen design and you\u2019ll be prompted to start making changes. Click on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">design elements<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to add photos, change <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fonts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and adjust colors. Move elements around the template with an easy drag-and-drop system. Fine-tune details like letter spacing, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">font<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> weight, and text alignment. Our editor makes it so easy to get a professional look even if you\u2019re completely new to it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create an<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/elegant-wedding-invitations\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>elegant wedding invitation<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">calligraphy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> script <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fonts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gold foil<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> accents, and a professional engagement photo. Dream up a<\/span>\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/boho-wedding-invitations\">boho-themed wedding invitation<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with florals and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">greenery<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, hand-lettered <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">font<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and a sophisticated color palette. Make your own<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/modern-wedding-invitations\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>modern wedding invitation<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with bold colors, contemporary sans serif <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fonts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and retro <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">design elements<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 like this<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/retro-arch\/blue\/wedding\">Retro Arch invite<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The choice is yours.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Customize Your Digital Envelope<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_15329\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15329\" class=\"wp-image-15329 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Painted-Florals-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Painted Florals Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Painted-Florals-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Painted-Florals-Invitation-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15329\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Laura Bolter Design<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding invite<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> takes center stage, but that doesn\u2019t mean the envelope gets forgotten. With Greenvelope, you can also customize your digital envelope, ensuring your guests get that \u201cwow factor\u201d when they open up their email or SMS invite.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose the background color for your envelope, along with a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">liner<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to match your invite, like this<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/painted-florals\/purple\/wedding\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Painted Florals design<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Customize the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">font<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, size, and color selection of the recipient\u2019s details. You can also choose to add a personalized digital stamp and a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wax seal<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 perfect for traditional or whimsical themes, or if you simply want to recreate the look and feel of a<\/span>\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/classic-wedding-invitations\">classic wedding invite<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>6. Add Your <\/b><b>Wedding Day<\/b><b> Details<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_15331\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15331\" class=\"wp-image-15331 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Terrazzo-Invitation-3.jpg\" alt=\"Terrazzo Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Terrazzo-Invitation-3.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Terrazzo-Invitation-3-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15331\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Jackie Crawford<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you and your beloved are happy with the way your invite looks, it\u2019s time to start adding in the finer details. It\u2019s time to edit the event details sections to replace the placeholder dates and times with the information for your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use existing text blocks to add the essential details like your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> date, time, and location. If you need more space, add a new text block and use it to share details about your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/common-uncommon-wedding-dress-codes-explained\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>wedding dress code<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and entertainment, a few lines about your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">love story<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or a note to say reception to follow \u2014 like on this<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/terrazzo\/pink\/wedding\">Terrazzo wedding invite<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don\u2019t have to lose valuable space on your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">invitation card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for all your event details. Our unique<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/support.greenvelope.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360042177493-Enable-Details-Panel\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>details panel<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allows you to share extra info and insights with your guests, keeping your main invite clutter-free. Use our details panel to include links to your<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/people.com\/lifestyle\/best-wedding-registries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>gift registry<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or wedding website, or mention information about parking, hotels, or other useful details.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>7. Send Your <\/b><b>Custom Wedding Invites<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_15328\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15328\" class=\"wp-image-15328 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/First-Class-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"First Class Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/First-Class-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/First-Class-Invitation-258x300.jpg 258w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15328\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Carmia Jordaan<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finalize your design, check for any typos or broken links, and do a final run-through to make sure you\u2019re happy with your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">custom wedding invites<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. After this, the next step is to hit send or schedule!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no hard rule on<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/when-to-send-wedding-invitations-timeline\">when to send your wedding invites<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but general etiquette suggests 6-8 weeks before your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. For a<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/destination-wedding-invitations\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>destination wedding<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, allow at least three months for guests to make travel plans and book vacation time, and use a themed invite like this<\/span><strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/first-class\/blue\/wedding\">First Class invitation<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set aside time to create and send your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding invites<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> close to this 6-8 week window, or make them ahead of time and use our scheduling feature to send them at the perfect moment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Design <\/b><b>Custom Wedding Invitations<\/b><b> with Greenvelope<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Custom wedding invites<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are no longer reserved for couples with a big budget and plenty of time. You can now customize your own<\/span><strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/wedding-invitations\">online wedding invitations<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in moments \u2014 no designer, printing company, or technical experience required.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discover a more exciting way to invite your loved ones to your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">special day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with Greenvelope\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">custom wedding invitations<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can also use our handy <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/wedding-invitation-wording-tool\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>wedding invitation wording tool<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help you find the right words for your invitation suite.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Planning your wedding is a momentous time filled with anticipation, joy, and love. For most couples, an off-the-shelf invite just won\u2019t cut it. That\u2019s why custom wedding invitations continue to be such a popular choice. 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