Printing Styles for Wedding Stationery
Printing Styles
Your dream wedding deserves dreamy stationery, and choosing the right print finish can take your invites, menus, and signage from beautiful to breathtaking. Here's a breakdown of the print techniques I offer, so you can find the perfect match for your style, vision, and budget.
Please note: Pricing listed on the website is based on digital printing only. For Hot Foil Stamping, Letterpress, Embossing, or Debossing, a custom quote is required, just get in touch and I'll be happy to help.
Digital White Ink Printing
White ink printing is a modern favourite, especially when paired with darker or coloured cardstocks (like black, navy, or deep green). It's printed digitally, no plates required, making it more cost-effective than traditional methods. White ink is perfect for couples after a sleek, minimalist look with a fresh twist.
Digital Gold or Silver Ink Printing
Digital metallic ink is a gorgeous way to add shimmer without the added cost of foiling. Gold or silver digital ink is printed straight onto the paper and gives a subtle, reflective finish, not quite as shiny as foil, but still luxe. It's great for modern designs or when you want a little extra sparkle without going all-in on foil stamping.
Digital Black or Coloured Ink Printing
This is the most common and budget-friendly print method, but that doesn't mean boring! Digital colour printing is crisp, clean, and perfect for printing everything from full-colour florals to sleek modern typography. It works best on white or light-coloured cardstock and is ideal for vibrant or minimalist designs alike.
Hot Foil Stamping
Custom quote required
This one's for the lovers of glamour. Hot foil stamping uses heat and pressure to press a thin layer of metallic foil (like gold, rose gold, or silver) into the paper, leaving a shiny, reflective finish that you can feel. It's a timeless choice for luxurious wedding stationery and pairs beautifully with textured or coloured stocks.
Letterpress
Custom quote required
The ultimate in classic elegance. Letterpress involves pressing an inked plate into thick, soft paper, creating a deep, tactile impression you can see and touch. It's usually done with one or two colours, making it ideal for minimal designs with strong typography. It's traditional, it's luxe, and it never goes out of style.
Embossing
Custom quote required
Embossing presses a raised, three-dimensional design into the paper from beneath, so it stands up off the surface. It can be left uninked for a subtle, tone-on-tone effect, or combined with foil or ink for extra impact. It's a beautifully tactile finish, perfect for monograms, borders, or a subtle motif on invitations and signage.
Debossing
Custom quote required
The reverse of embossing, debossing presses a design into the paper so it sits recessed below the surface. It creates a quiet, understated impression that feels elegant and refined, especially on thicker card stocks. Like embossing, it can be left blind (uninked) or paired with foil or ink for a bolder look.
Not Sure Which One to Choose?
I've got you! Each print method brings its own unique vibe, and I'm more than happy to help guide you through the options based on your style, stationery needs, and budget. Just send me a message and let's chat.
