Ink Colors

Standard Ink Colors

The ink colors on our chart are a general guideline, as printers and monitors may interpret the colors differently. These colors represent the closest available color from the Pantone solid uncoated color system as compared to the Dessy Pantone Wedding 2010 Color Guide. Not all colors will have an exact match.
Click here to view our ink colors.

Ink colors noted with an asterisk* may not be suitable for text and are subject to a $75 upcharge.

Custom Ink Colors

Looking for just the right color? In addition to our standard colors, we have thousands more to choose from. Or, send us a swatch, paint chip, fabric etc. and we’ll match it!

Ornaments

Dress up your invitation with our ornaments. The possibilities are endless. Click here to view a sampling of elegant ornaments.

Customer-Supplied Art

We gladly accept art from you or your graphic designer. Please visit our file submission page for information on file formats, templates and specifications.

Custom Art/Monogram

Looking for just the right look? Our team of graphic designers can work with you to create a look that is uniquely you. Our graphic services are billed at $80 per hour.

Illustration (hand drawn or digital)

Our artists can create art for your invitation based on a photograph, fabric swatch, or your imagination! Illustration services are billed at $100 per hour.

Custom Foil Stamping

The brilliant colors of our foil stamping will give your invitation an unmistakable elegance. Foil stamping can also be done with matte foils, a preferred method to print on dark papers. Whether you want gold, silver, copper or another color, we can make your invitation shine!

Rubber Stamps

A rubber stamp is an easy and inexpensive alternative to having your return address printed on envelope flaps. Rubber stamps can also feature your monogram, wedding design or even be used as a custom cookie press!

Embossing

Embossing is the opposite of letterpress, with the letter raised off the page. This method is particularly effective on motifs or monograms. It can also be combined with foil stamping to achieve a stunning, metallic effect.

Additional Paper Layers

Create depth and add color by using additional paper layers on your invitation or other stationery elements. Additional paper layers can be purchased separately or assembled with your invitation set.

Die Cutting and Special Shapes

Circles and other shapes are possible through our die cutting services. Contact your invitation consultant for details.

Oversize/Oddsize Invitations

5.5" by 8.5" invitation with A-9 envelope, no inner envelopes available.

Fonts

Got fonts? You bet we do! Click here for a sampling of our most popular fonts. If you don’t see the one that “floats your boat,” we have hundreds more to choose from.

Paper

Our house paper is Crane’s Lettra, a sumptuous, 100% cotton paper. It is available in white, pearl and ecru.

Other colors and textures of paper are available. Ask your personal invitation consultant for details. Please note that invitations printed on custom papers may additional production time.

Pocket Folders

Pocket folders not only add an elegant touch to your invitation, but they’re practical too. Response cards, reception cards, and maps tuck neatly in the pocket. Click here to view available pocket folder sizes and colors.

Colored Envelopes

Add a splash of color to your invitation with a colored envelope. We’ve got all the popular colors and sizes, including square and policy sizes. Click here to view available envelope sizes and colors.

Colored Enclosures

Think out of the box, or in the box. Enclosures set your invitation apart. Click here to view available enclosure sizes and colors.

Hand Envelope/Stationery Embosser

Emboss your invitation envelopes or other stationery items with up to 4 lines of copy, gothic (25 characters/line) roman & cursive (20 characters/line).

Address Labels

Letterpress address labels add a distinctive look for dark colored envelopes (it’ll make the post office happier too). Labels can be created in any size and can also be cut in special shapes.

Envelope Liners

Don’t settle for ordinary envelopes – make them extraordinary with elegant envelope liners. Choose foil, handmade papers, richly patterned Italian papers, or we can design and print a liner just for you.

Round Corners

Round corners are a classic finish for your letterpressed invitation. You can have all corners rounded or just one or two.

Drilling

Drilling holes in your letterpressed items make it easy to add ribbon or other elements, or to assemble a multiple page item such as a program.

Wraps

Translucent wraps are a very elegant alternative to an inside envelope for your wedding invitation. You can choose from a variety of colors, can also be printed to coordinate with your invitation set.

Belly Bands

When you use a belly band on your invitation, your recipients will feel like they’re opening a present. Belly bands can be made from a variety of materials: ribbon, patterned paper, handmade paper – the options are unlimited.

Wax Seals

Seal your envelopes, wraps or pocket folders with classic wax seals. Our wax seals are self-adhesive, so they’re quick and easy to apply. Choose from a variety of designs, or we can create a design that’s uniquely yours. Click here to view the available wax seal designs and colors .

Foil/Paper Seals

Foil or paper seals are another alternative to seal your envelopes, wraps or pocket folders. Since these are digitally printed, they can be designed to compliment your invitation set.

Colored Favor Boxes

Continue your wedding theme to your reception with colored favor boxes. Click here to view the available favor box shapes and colors .

Translation Service

Make your foreign-language speaking guests feel welcome with a bilingual invitation. Translation services are available upon request.

Religious symbols

We have a wide variety of religious symbols available to adorn your wedding stationery, including Hindu, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, Shinto, Taoist, and more. Click here to view a selection of symbols.