This wedding stationery suite blends timeless formal typography with delicate natural motifs, creating something that feels elevated, romantic, and quietly luxurious. An ombre fade gives these letterpress wedding invitations a modern edge. We helped the couple, Kim and Dick, customize our Bourne V.2 design for their Northern California wedding. 

Invitation

• letterpress inks: shell + mesa
• fonts: manhattan regular + sweet sans regular + sweet sans medium
• paper: bella cotton 2-ply white
• size: f-8
• envelope liner: custom bourne pattern in bellini and sea mist digital on white text
• envelope: white cotton text
• envelope addressing: mesa digital on the front and on the back
• job: 75888

A mix of serif and sans-serif typography anchors the design. Generous spacing establishes a sophisticated presence, while the oversized names create a bold statement. There’s a beautiful contrast between the structure of the text and the softness of the color palette. 

Our Bella Cotton paper is lush and pillowlike and holds a crisp letterpress impression, making it the perfect choice for this stationery set. All of the printing is done using an ombre fade technique with our shell and mesa letterpress inks. Shell ink appears at the top, with mesa ink at the bottom. During the printing process, the inks converge near the middle, creating a stunning and gradual transition. There is a slight variation to the fade as the cards are printed, ensuring each invitation is unique.

The details card and menu feature an identical design, which we think was an excellent choice because the look is so lovely. The illustrated coastal redwood silhouettes introduce a subtle rustic element that ties the suite to the venue, the Mighty Arrow Ranch in Occidental, California. Because the artwork is tonal, it feels elegant, setting a more atmospheric vibe.

If you’re dreaming of a nature-inspired design or something fun and unexpected, like an ombre fade, then let’s talk. Contact us to design your perfect wedding invitations.

A dreamy color scheme and plenty of flowers set the perfect tone for Lauren and Mitchell’s wedding. This Brooklyn duo worked with Ashley Douglass Events, and the highly skilled and talented Ashley took care of all the details to create an intimate and unforgettable event. See all of the luxurious details, including the ombre invitations, in the feature on Carats & Cake.

The first thing guests noticed about the invitations was the digitally printed vellum gatefold. The bold floral pattern stood out, providing guests a preview of the florals they would see at the ceremony and reception. The gatefold was secured with a decadent silk ribbon. Once opened, the gatefold revealed the classic and yet whimsical invitations. Ombre letterpress printing transitioned from bright pink to persimmon. The beveled edges were painted in coordinating colors that followed the same fade from one color to the other.

Invitation

• Base design: custom
• Letterpress: bright pink + persimmon
• Paper: white smooth cotton 2-ply
• Bevel: 45 degrees
• Edge treatment: ombre edge paint in bright pink to persimmon
• Card sizes: F-8
• Liner: CMYK process (custom supplied pattern)
• Envelope: white pointed flap
• Digital addressing: bright pink
• Customization: Job #69386

Gatefold Wrap

• Base design: custom
• Digital: CMYK process
• Paper: 40# vellum
• Size: F-8 vertical gatefold
• Printing notes: Scored
• Embellishments: mother of pearl silk ribbon
• Customization: Job #69386

All of the day-of pieces, from the programs and escort cards to the personalized menus, are in the same bright yet refined colorway.

Menu

• Base design: custom
• Letterpress: persimmon
• Digital: bright pink
• Paper: white smooth cotton 1-ply
• Card sizes: No. 10
• Customization: Job #71256

The charming bar sign displayed the couple’s signature cocktails and custom artwork for a personal touch.

Bar Sign

• Base design: custom
• Digital: bright pink + CMYK process
• Paper: white smooth cotton 1-ply
• Card sizes: 8 x 10
• Customization: Job #71256

It was a joy to create these colorful ombre invitations, and it was exciting to see how all the printed pieces fit into Lauren and Mitchell’s special day!

Event Planner: Ashley Douglass Events

Additional Product Specifications

Rehearsal Dinner Invitation

• Base design: custom
• Foil: white matte
• Paper: azalea 2-ply
• Size: die cut (CD-179)
• Customization: Job #69386

Details Card

• Base design: custom
• Letterpress: persimmon
• Paper: white smooth cotton 2-ply
• Size: A-6
• Customization: Job #69386

We worked with our friends at Lee’s Paperie to create Sarah and Evan’s stunning suite. We created a fully custom design using fonts and colors the couple chose. The invitation is letterpressed in an ombre effect, and is edge painted to match. The events card is foil stamped in white, on chambray stock. An ombre envelope liner is the perfect finishing touch.

letterpress inks: french blue + deep blue ombre + chambray | foil stamping: white matte | fonts: gotham + ms claudy | paper: bella smooth cotton bright white 2-ply + 1-ply + chambray 1-ply | invite size: sq-7 | edge painting: french blue + deep blue ombre | liner: elegant ombre pattern in french blue + deep blue | envelope: bella cotton bright white | customization #70864