What Stationery Do I Need for a Wedding?

Hey there, soon-to-be brides and grooms! Planning a wedding involves lots of small details, like choosing a beautiful dress and delicious cake flavors. But don't overlook stationery! It's really helpful because it lets you tell guests important information, like when and where the wedding will be. Invitations are like the start of your special day, showing guests what to expect. Place cards help everyone find their seats and thank you cards let you say thanks afterward. Let's check out all the important stationery you'll need to make your wedding day unforgettable!

1. Save-the-Dates and Invitations

First, we have save-the-dates and invitations, which are like official announcements for your wedding day! Save-the-date cards tell guests when and where your wedding will be, like a heads-up for their calendars. Then, closer to the big day, you'll send out your wedding invitations, which share all the important details. Let's explore helpful items!

• High-quality paper or cardstock:  As the base of your cards.
• Fine pens: For beautiful handwriting or calligraphy.
• Stamps and ink pads: To add dates, monograms, or decorative touches.
• Stickers and washi tape: For decorating and sealing envelopes.
• Envelopes and liners: For an elegant touch.
• Embellishments: For decoration.

2. Ceremony Essentials

Now, let's talk about what you'll need for the ceremony. Wedding programs are like little guides for your guests, telling them the order of events and who's who in the bridal party. And don't forget about ceremony signage! These signs welcome your guests, show them where to sit, and point them in the right direction. Here are some materials suggestions:

• High-quality paper or cardstock: Choose a paper that suits the style of your wedding.
• Fine pens: For detailed writing on your programs.
• Stamps and ink pads: To add decorative elements.
• Washi tape: For borders or to add a pop of color.
• Stickers: To embellish and add a personal touch.

• Markers and pens: For writing out the information on the signs.
• Decorative elements: Like ribbons, lace, or dried flowers to frame your signs and add texture.
• Adhesives: Like dots or double-sided tape to secure decorations.

3. Reception Stationery

After the ceremony, it's party time! But first, let's sort out some reception stationery. Escort cards or place cards help guests find their seats, and table numbers or names keep everything organized. What's on the menu? Menu cards tell guests about delicious dishes! Here are items you might need:

• Fine pens or calligraphy dip pens: for elegant handwriting.
• Highlighter pens: to add a touch of color.
• Stickers: for decorative accents.
• Sticky notes: for temporary placement or drafts.

• Gel pens: for smooth writing on table cards.
• Dual markers: for bold numbering.
• Washi tape: to decorate the borders of table numbers.

4. Decorative Stationery

Want to add a touch of flair to your wedding decorations? Decorative stationery is the way to go! From aisle runners to table runners, these little details can really make your venue pop. And don't forget about reception decor, like centerpieces and signage for photo booths or dessert tables! Some of the things you need will be:

• Markers and colored pens: To write and decorate your signs.
• Stickers: For fun and thematic elements to your signage.
• Washi tape: For borders or to add a pop of color.
• Highlighter: To emphasize certain words or phrases.

5. Guest Interaction

Your guests are a big part of your special day, so why not get them involved? Guest books are a fun way for your loved ones to leave you sweet messages and well wishes. And how about some advice cards? Your guests can share their best marriage tips with you!

• Notebooks or planners: To serve as the guest book.
• Gel pens: For guests to use for messages.

• Kokuyo To Do List Notepad: Ideal for jotting down advice and well wishes.
• Zebra Mildliner Double-Sided Highlighters: To add a pop of color.
• Gel pens: For smooth writing, like the Sakura Gelly Roll Classic Gel Pen.

6. Special Touches

Looking for something extra special? Personalized stationery is the way to go! Add your own monograms or custom illustrations to make your wedding stationery truly unique. And don't forget about gift tags or labels to personalize your wedding favors!

• Vintage Feather Calligraphy Dip Pen: Adds an elegant touch to your stationery.
• Stationery Sets: Like the Stationery Pal Stationery Set - Sakura.

• Stickers: Like the Suatelier Meow Stickers, as gift tag decor.
• Sticky notes: Can also be stylish labels.

7. Planning and Organization

Planning a wedding can be a bit overwhelming, but fear not! Wedding planners or organizers are here to help you keep everything on track. And don't forget about RSVP cards and itinerary cards to keep your guests in the loop!

• Planner: To outline your wedding plans on a weekly basis or keep detailed notes and schedules for your wedding preparations.

• Greeting cards or high-quality paper: Can double as RSVP cards.

• Memo Notepads: Perfect for drafting the schedule of events.
• Sticky notes: Can color code temporary notes and reminders.