Just Your Type

Whether you’re planning a tropical blowout or a classic ballroom fete, these locally made cards will help you share your announcement in style

By Tanya Pai· 6/14/2011, 1:46 a.m.

Bright Idea

A vintage stamp provided the template for this destination-wedding announcement, which brought to mind the exotic setting with a duo of vivid colors. $500 for 100 cards (including envelopes), Albertine Press.Photograph by Allison Dinner

Photograph by Allison Dinner

Well Matched

This classic invitation echoed details of the couple’s ’40s- style celebration, from the color (it complemented the bridesmaid dresses) to the feathers in the centerpieces. $485 for 125 cards (including envelopes), Posh Peacock.Photograph by Allison Dinner

Photograph by Allison Dinner

City Slick

The location was the star of this card, which included elements of the Boston skyline—the perfect balance of urban and elegant. Starting at $2 per card (including envelopes), Wicked Bride stationery.Photograph by Allison Dinner

Photograph by Allison Dinner

Wintry Mix

Made on a vintage hand-cranked letterpress, this accordion-fold design incorporated the bride and groom’s favorite things (skiing and their dogs), and matched the bride’s ensemble. $2,600 for 100 cards (including envelopes), Grapevine Paperie.Photograph by Allison Dinner

Photograph by Allison Dinner

Class Act

A graceful font anchored this digitally designed save-the-date, letterpressed on 100 percent cotton paper. The result? A crisp, sophisticated, and totally timeless reminder. $375 for 100 cards (including envelopes), Goosefish Press.Photograph by Allison Dinner

Photograph by Allison Dinner

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