Hot Off The Presses



PHOTOGRAPHER CREDIT: 

“This is the year of the stack. Stacks can be simple, with hierarchy given to the largest card, or elaborate, creating a story through color and shape. Another trend is using patterns to write a narrative. For example, a save-the-date pattern turns into the invitation envelope liner, escort wall, and bar inlay at the wedding. It’s about creating a cohesive look from day one.”

—Janie Price, lead designer, Studio R studio-r-design.com

“Die cutting is gaining popularity. Brides love incorporating fun shapes into their stationery. We’ve seen everything from ovals to playful designs like oysters and alligators. Matchboxes have also made a comeback.” 

—Bridget Graham, graphic designer, SAS-E Ink saseink.com

“I’m incorporating a lot more ink colors, especially when the invitation is letterpress printed with one, two, even three elegant hues. Hand-painted bevels or edges can also add an extra pop of color to any invitation set.”

—Émilie Dulles, owner/lead designer, Dulles Designs dullesdesigns.com

“We’re noticing two distinct trends. First, a return to tradition with ecru stationery, engraving, traditional fonts, and minimal design extras. Second, going all in on unique elements: die cutting, infusing color, and incorporating wraps and pockets for a polished presentation.”

—Sarah Reed, graphic designer, Dodeline Design dodelinedesign.com

“I’m seeing increased value on individuality. Couples are leaning into color theory, typography and calligraphy styles, patterns, and die cuts to achieve a unique, cohesive design that reflects their personalities and foreshadows the wedding aesthetic. I also love when people bring in their own artwork.” 

—Katie Knowles, owner/creator, Katie Knowles Design katieknowlesdesign.com

The Wedding Row

September 18 2019
It’s hump day, and to help you get through the rest of the week—you. can. do. it.—we’re bringing you all the pretty (and then some) from Brynne and Alex’s Big Day at The Gibbes Museum of Art. Though...

September 16 2019

September 10 2019
We had a brief hurricane hiatus (ugh, Dorian), but we’re back in full action and bringing you the backyard summer soirée of your dreams. So, grab your drink and kick up your heels for this A-plus...

September 4 2019
Cue the “awwws” because we’ve got an endearing engagement shoot filled with love, nose boops, and … potatoes. Yep, that’s what Keely was seasoning one random Friday evening when Poole got down on one...

September 2 2019
We’re kicking off this four-day week with an ever-so glamorous wedding filled with southern hospitality, sequins, and more florals than a girl could ever dream of. Seriously. Erin and Andrew met one...

August 30 2019
Alrighty everyone, we’re kicking off this Friday on a fabulous note. There is so much goodness wrapped up in this waterside wedding and you will be amazed at every last detail. We certainly were....

August 28 2019
The day that Lee, Andrew, and their adorable son, Camon, all became one was for sure a day to remember. Check out the elegantly rustic greenery hanging above the space at The Cedar Room that the very...

August 27 2019
My, oh my. This Charleston engagement shoot has our wedding-loving hearts bursting at the seams. Historic downtown buildings, two elegantly blue-hued wardrobes, the breezy Folly Beach air, AND two...