This contemporary invitation is perfect for any wedding. Printed on white linen paper stock and paired with a silhouette image, the invitation is layered on a paisley iridescent cardstock and mounted on a brown pocket-fold envelope. When complimented with a modest response card, this invitation is transformed into a sophisticated work of art.

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Some people choose to do a phone chain or send out e-mails letting everyone know when they are planning to wed, but if you have the extra funds a tangible announcement is the way to go. There are plenty of sites on the web that offer traditional themes, to using images from your personal engagement photos. Either way whatever you choose will fit the type of wedding you are planning.

I thought this Save the Date announcement was a fun and playful alternative perfect for the hip, contemporary couple. It uses a traditional theme of the “tie a bow around your finger”, but incorporates a very modern design and font choice. You can get a closer look at hellolucky.com or you check out the spread in the Aug./Sept. 2009 issue of Modern Bride available online.

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This sample I came across in the Aug./Sept. 2009 issue of Modern Bride really stood out to me. I love the monochromatic color scheme, and with the elegant scroll-work and script chosen, the invitation set has a vintage feel which is a huge trend right now in the wedding industry! These invites are perfect for the couple who are “trend-savvy”, but want to keep it under control with a very elegant and formal first impression.

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