The 7 best websites for ordering wedding invitations that will make your friends and family want to RSVP ASAP
The amount of planning it takes to get a wedding up and running is astronomical – I would know, I'm going through it. Tackling the wedding invitations is top of my ‘to do’ list at the moment, and you'll be pleased to know I've been doing my research into where to buy them so that all you future brides don't have to. Bridezilla, who?
To set the tone of your big day, and even the events that come before it, you’ll be wanting to invest in the best wedding invites and best wedding invitations. Think: colour scheme, font style (maybe something that will match the table place cards on the day), and decorations. Will there be a nod to the flowers your venue will have on display? Do you wish to go for something minimal and classic or bold and glamorous? And, most importantly, how much money are you wanting to spend?
From the very moment you say yes to your engagement ring – and probably before you even begin looking for wedding dresses, comfortable wedding shoes and where to buy your bridesmaid’s dresses online – you've already committed to a hefty spend, so cutting corners and saving where you can is wise. Trust me, although you might hold onto one or two, it's highly unlikely that anyone else will treat your invitations as keepsakes. As heartbreaking as that is, it will keep you from going totally OTT (so see it as a blessing in disguise).
If you don't fancy getting crafty and making your wedding invitations yourself, I've found seven online stores that I'm already ordering samples from myself. After all, you've got your wedding flowers to think of, not to mention your mother of the bride gift and bridesmaid gift ideas to organise…best get yourself that wedding planner book ASAP.
The best websites for ordering wedding invitations
- The best for pre-made wedding invitations: Papier
- The best for independent retailers: Not On The High Street
- The best for luxury wedding invitations: Smythson
- The best for high-street wedding invitations: John Lewis
- The best for affordable prices: WHSmith
- The best for samples: Etsy
- The best for wedding invitations with quick delivery: Amazon
1. Papier
Papier have hundreds of ready-made wedding invitations that are sure to tick the boxes on your criteria list. Of course, the plus side to buying a pre-made design is that you don't need to think about things like wording. It's already done for you. Just remember to go for something that matches or complements your Save the Date (no, they're not the same) and most importantly pick a style that's going to remind people of the important date and stand out. The last thing you want is for your wedding invite to get put down on a coffee table and forgotten about.
This Peace Poppies design calls to be used for spring weddings. Its printed on Mohawk paper with a matte eggshell finish, and you can add the options of an information card, RSVP card and RSVP envelope.
Looking for something simple and chic but that still says ‘wedding’? The Wildflower Monogram design is spot on. Cue expectations of the most ethereal event of the year when this invitation lands through your guest's letterbox.
If you're not quite ready to commit to a colour-scheme, opt for a black and white design that still packs a punch. Read: Papier's Flore offering.
Not On The High Street is a dream when it comes to supporting small, independent businesses – including through the purchase of your wedding invitations. You can order samples of several styles at a time if you can't make your mind up, and, the best part? You can personalise them before you even order them, taking away all the stress of having to sit down and write them out.
Exude ‘la dolce vita’ vibes with these Italian-inspired wedding invitations. Complete with watercolour lemon and olive branch imagery, each invitation can come with an RSVP card, information card and a belly band – just select them from the drop down menu.
Fit for royalty with its romantic font style and illustrations, this wedding invitation collection will truly set the tone for a regal day. Create your perfect suite by adding a modern vellum wrap to hold your cards in place and wax seals to add the finishing touch.
Modern? Check. Minimal? Yep. If you're keen on just getting all the necessary information out there, without all the added frills and bows, this wedding invitation set has your name on it.
Save when you shop for the best wedding invitations with these Not On The High Street discount codes at checkout.
3. Smythson
From gilt-edged designs to exquisitely engraved ones, Smythson's wedding invitation selection may be limited in comparison to other brands, but they're all guaranteed crowd-pleasers. Choose from specifications such as gilded edges and colourful, lined envelopes, and create an invitation as unforgettable as the big day itself.
Simple, cute, square, this wedding invitation can be personalised right down to the border design. You get 50 invitations for the price, and watermarked envelopes are included.
Handcrafted to an unbeatable quality, Smythson's portrait folded wedding invitations come in a selection of colours all printed in Wiltshire, England.
Bring a pop of colour to your big day – and maybe even pick the same hue as your bridesmaid's dresses – with this landscape invitation design. If you require orders over 500 pieces, you can contact Smythson's bespoke stationary consultants.
4. John Lewis
While John Lewis don't offer the opportunity to personalise the text on their wedding invitations, they do leave plenty of space for you to add the necessary information and details. They currently only offer three styles, but at the affordable price of £10 a pack you really can't complain. They're perfect for more intimate ceremonies.
Complete with the invitation, RSVP card and two envelopes, plus a jute string tie to hold everything together, this John Lewis wedding invitation set says: laid-back, casual, rustic.
Getting wed in the summer? A pop of colour via these John Lewis wedding invitations wouldn't go amiss. There's only 10 in the pack, but there's nothing stopping you from buying more than one box at £10 a go.
Invite your loved ones to your special day with these elegant marble design wedding invitations, complete with an RSVP card and charming ‘to have and to hold’ band that keeps everything neatly together.
Save when you shop for the best wedding invitations with these John Lewis discount codes at checkout.
5. WHSmith
WHSmith is where we all go for our journals and other bits of stationary, so don't overlook them when it comes to wedding invitations. They have some really affordable-yet-stylish options, including styles for less than £10 for a pack of 10.
Barn weddings seem to be the trend at the moment, so if you're tying the knot somewhere outdoorsy then look no further than these kraft paper invitations. They'll set the tone from the moment they're opened.
You can't go wrong with a wedding invitation that gets straight to the point. This pack of 10 includes space for the who, the where, the date and the time. What more could you want?
Foreshadow the greenery your guests can expect on your big day with this eucalyptus-adorned pack of 10 wedding invitations from Dotty About Paper. The round edges lend a polished finish.
Save when you shop for the best wedding invitations with these WHSmith discount codes at checkout.
6. Etsy
As well as bridesmaid proposal boxes, wedding decorations, bridesmaid robes, bridal pyjamas and other bits and bobs for the big day, Etsy is the place to go for your every invitation need. You can order samples before committing to the big purchase, so if you're unsure on design or colour scheme you can choose between a few, then go on to personalise nearly every detail for a wedding invitation that feels very ‘you’ as a couple.
When you're getting married you want the attention to be solely on you, and sending some invitations that really wow your guests is one way to achieve it. These clear acrylic ones from an independent seller on Etsy can be customised right down to the colour of the font.
Of all the wedding invitations in this round-up, I have to say that these ones are the style that appeal to me most. There's something about the curved edge that lends something a little different to other designs, making them stand out without being too OTT.
As much of a keepsake as it is a wedding invitation, this suite will show your invitees how much you really care they attend. How can you say no to gold foil?
7. Amazon
Amazon might not be your first port of call when searching for the best wedding invitations, but don't sleep on it entirely. There are plenty of designs waiting to be personalised before and after purchase, and the delivery is guaranteed to be speedy.
Delicate and feminine, this pack of 10 wedding invitations is decorative but to the point. It'll tell your friends and family where, when and what time while being something pretty they can magnet to their fridge.
Planning an outdoor wedding under a fairy light-adorned gazebo? Look no further than these vintage/retro/boho looking wedding invitations to invite all your guests.
Sometimes less is more, but if you don't want to be totally plain about things then you can opt for a ‘standard’ white paper wedding invitation with a bit of texture to it – like this marble design. Simple? Yes…but glamorous, too.
Nowadays, you can even design your own wedding invitations. From the very paper the words will be printed onto, to the size and shape of the invitation, you'll have a say in all the details. Look to places such as Vistaprint or Moo.com to start creating yours – you'll find yourself playing around with different designs for hours.
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