Natural palettes are making a muted statement this year with the cool blue of the ocean, soft tan of the beach and subtle purples and gold of sunsets perfect for summertime I Do's.
Hand-drawn art and handwriting fonts
Artworks with a unique hand drawn feel are quite the trend personalizing your wedding stationery - from save the dates to maps. A quirky and fun idea but at the same time it acts as entertainment for your excited guests.
The allure of stripes
We have spotted a trend that is on the rise for the upcoming summer season. Yes, chick Parisienne stripes are making a comeback! But did they ever really go out of style? Prints are really in right now, so you really can't go wrong with any printed stationery.
Old School Embossing
Lets not forget about tradition as embossed stationery continues to be current and can be completely customized to compliment your wedding style. Merging old world printing techniques with original creative design. The possibilities are endless, and leaves a truly beautiful lasting impression.
The simple life
Nature-inspired stationery invokes a relaxed and intimate feel. Botanical images can be reflected through florals, birds, butterflies or plants. These accents, coupled with vibrant colours or even the simplicity of brown paper with distressed foiling, will further enhance the natural feel of your day. Origami birds and flowers made out of vintage newspaper print can finish off the look. Eco-friendly vegetable ink is hot this season, paired with recycled papers. Paper flowers or ribbon rosettes offer a twist on the traditional buttoniere.
Bunting
Seen at all the hottest events, paper bunting flags can really add some fantastic festivity and fun to any event. Flags can be personalized with artwork, text, colours, patterns, or even just some gorgeous photographs. Striped petersham ribbons complete the look!
Runway to stationery
Printing ink colours follow catwalk inspiration with coral, sage green, butter yellow, navy blue, silver, slate grey and metallics. Various print techniques offer endless inspiration such as canvas, velvet, foil printing or embossing.
by ELsje Designs
http://www.elsje.co.za/
