Home Unique Wedding Invitations By Southern Living Editors Updated on March 10, 2017 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Jason Wallis Whether you and your betrothed are planning a traditional, grand affair or a hip, original event, carry your own style the whole way through with creative wedding invitations. 01 of 20 Colorful Floral Invitations Jason Wallis Designer Cheree Berry of Cheree Berry Paper favors bold floral prints (just right for a destination wedding); smart, playful copy; and unexpected details. 02 of 20 Tasteful and Traditional Invitations Photo: Brian Francis Graceful fonts, elaborate ciphers, and creamy cardstock communicate timelessness and tastefulness-just right for the classic, pearl-wearing bride. Love it? Get it! Carolyn and Richard's Ribbon-Tied Program: Nico and LaLa, Nashville; nicoandlala.com Abigail and Kenneth's Pink Wedding Invitation: Emma J. Design, Savannah; emmajdesign.com Carol and Hudson's Wedding Invitation: Byrd & Bleecker, Fort Worth; byrdandbleecker.com RSVP Card with Scrolls: Izzy and the Bean Design, Nashville; etsy.com/shop/arippke Mary and Beck's Save-the-Date: The Dotted Line, Nashville; dottedlineonline.com Kissing Gators Save-the-Date: Alexa Pulitzer, New Orleans; alexapulitzer.com 03 of 20 Custom Handmade Invitations Photo: Katie Stoops Photography The bride letterpressed each invitation and hand-lined the envelopes. She and the groom selected vintage stamps for each guest based on his or her interests. 04 of 20 Southern Refinement Photo: Jen Fariello Photography Calligraphy engraved invitations by Haute Paper set a tone of refined Southern elegance. 05 of 20 Retro Charm Invitations Photo: Brian Francis For the bride and groom who can't resist a bit of whimsy, announce your big day with nostalgia-influenced invites. Love it? Get it!Table No. Three Card: Invited Design, St. Louis; etsy.com/shop/inviteddesignNicole and Jacob's Striped Invitation: Southern Fried Paper; Dallas; southernfriedpaper.comRebecca and Edward's Invitation: Honey Bee Invites, Atlanta; honeybeeinvites.comEmily and Alexander's Invitation: Hello Tenfold, Durham, NC; hellotenfold.comEmily and Michael's Save-the-Date: The Dotted Line, Nashville; dottedlineonline.com 06 of 20 Simply Sweet Invitations Photo: Gayle Brooker Photography These calligraphy invitations by Oscar & Emma set the gray, ivory, and pale pink color scheme for the lowcountry wedding. 07 of 20 Whimsical Details Photo: Brian Francis Signal that your big day will be like no other with invitations that stand out from the crowd, complete with hand-painted embellishments and stylized portraits. Love it? Get it! Megan and Nico's Portrait Invitation and Map: Rifle Paper Co., Winter Park, FL; riflepaperco.com Meghan and Steven's Hand-Painted Honeycomb Program: Courtney Khail Stationery & Design, Atlanta; courtneykhailstationery.com Renee and Robert's Invitation Suite: Sideshow Press, Charleston, SC; sideshowpress.com Allison and Chris's Invitation Suite: Dodeline Design; Charleston, SC; etsy.com/shop/dodelinedesign 08 of 20 Vintage Illustrated Invitations Photo: Jason Wallis Designers Bonnie Cross and Currier Howard of Tenn Hens Design often include hand-drawn illustrations and vintage typography in their designs for a truly fresh, one-of-a-kind look. 09 of 20 Timeless Beauty Photo: Kate Murphy Photography Though the bride's mother insisted on traditional calligraphy invitations, the save-the-date card by Mr. Boddington's Studio was more playful and featured a letterpressed map of Nashville on the back. 10 of 20 Cherry Wood Invitations Photo: Mary Rosenbaum Photographs These invitations by Cards of Wood are printed on pieces of cherry to match an earthy, wintry wedding theme. 11 of 20 Chic Modern Invitations Photo: Brian Francis Unconventional brides, rejoice. Current fashion has pared down the frills in wedding stationary. Choose invites with graphic typography for an au courant ceremony. Love it? Get it! RSVP: I Heart Stationery; Houston; etsy.com/shop/iheartstationeryshop Rose and Eric's Cocktail Party Invitation: Hello Tenfold, Durham, NC; hellotenfold.com Sarah and Matthew's Save-the-Date: Bittersweet Design Boutique, Austin, TX; designbybittersweet.com Ryan and Hadley's Menu Cards: Miss Pickles Press; Atlanta; misspicklespress.com 12 of 20 Elegant Monogrammed Invitations Photo: Allison R. Banks Monograms like this custom creation by Allison R. Banks are a great way to decorate an invitation. They can also be used on multiple items to create a beatiful flow through the wedding. 13 of 20 Simple and Playful Invitations Photo: Jason Wallis Designer Suann Song of Simplesong Design has a simple, classic style that has deep roots in her love for the old-fashioned craft of letterpress printing. 14 of 20 Embellished Blue Invitations Photo: Yvette Roman Photography The vertical gardens of Los Angeles' Smog Shoppe—the couple's wedding reception venue—inspired this design, adding texture and interest to the invitations. 15 of 20 Rustic Floral Invitations Photo: Katie Stoops Hand addressed by calligrapher Mara Zepeda, these wedding invitations set the tone for the wedding's color scheme. 16 of 20 Spring Garden Invitations Photo: Abby Jiu This invitation suite by Rifle Paper Co. set the color palette for the wedding: fuchsia, lilac, and olive. 17 of 20 Vintage Graphics Photo: Kate Headley The bride and groom chose a vintage-inspired invitation set from Golden Rectangle Press on Etsy.com. 18 of 20 Formal and Elegant Invitations Jason Wallis Designer Erika Aarhus of Erika Jack Stationnaire specializes in invitations with a timeless feel. She customizes a look for each client. The original designs can then be printed onto invitations or any paper goods. 19 of 20 Fun Windmill Invitations Photo: Sharon Clark of Smitten Photography This suite of wedding stationary by Jennifer Garceau includes an image of a windmill and introduces the wedding's color scheme. 20 of 20 Vintage Blue Invitations Photo: Kate Headley Paper Moss designed this suite of invitations in vintage Georgetown blue. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit