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Similar to magpies, humans are instantly drawn to anything that shimmers and shines, making foil wedding invitations a must-have if you truly want to wow your guests. These irresistibly eye-catching invites are adorned with your choice of gold, silver, copper or rose gold metallic detailing, beautifully reflecting the light and attracting focus to certain elements of the card without overpowering the design.
Although foil invitations set the tone for a luxurious and sophisticated event, this versatile material works well with any wedding stationery theme, from modern to rustic, boho to botanical. Plus, these special little touches guarantee your invites will become items you and your loved ones treasure as precious mementoes for years to come. Continue reading to learn more about foil wedding invites, including how we craft them and tips for working metallics into your overall wedding decor.
Foil printing, sometimes known as foil blocking or hot foiling, is an artisan technique that has been around since the Medieval Ages when a gold leaf was used to decorate the intricate calligraphy detailing the first manuscripts, long before books were mass printed.
However, unlike traditional block foiling, where a combination of heat and pressure is used to permanently adhere foil to a card's surface, Vintage Prints has opted for digital foiling. This modernised method prints the foil directly onto the item from a file on a computer for an affordable way to make your invitations look lavish and high-class. Please do note, though, foils only stick to smooth cards that don't have any texture or debossing, but they can be laminated to give your invites a hard-wearing and durable finish. Here are a few of the most popular foil wedding invitations available in our collection:
“Blue Watercolour Splash” Foil Standard foil invite — Beautiful, elegant wedding invitations with your choice of gold, silver, copper or rose gold foiling printed onto your choice of quality white, cream, or ivory card. Irresistibly eye catching!
“Arabella” Square Foil Invitation — The unique and understated leafy watercolour design bordering these square foil invitations is elevated to new heights with the addition of gilding, creating a piece that's both timeless and utterly on trend.
“Christmas Hare” Folded Foil Wedding Invitation — Just the thing for a winter wedding, these folded foil invitations are all about individuality. Although they feature a quirky hopping hare and snowy woodland landscape, the stunning typography, especially when printed in sparkling metallics, is sure to make your wedding stand out as a truly spectacular event.
There are a myriad of ways to incorporate metallic details throughout your wedding decor to make your special day even more remarkable. However, less is more, as the old adage goes, so be careful not to go overboard on glitz as too many shiny accents can end up looking more gaudy than glam.
The most crucial point to remember is to keep your colour palette consistent and choose tones that work harmoniously with gilt accessories. For instance, gold with navy blue or forest green is a classic combination that works well in traditional settings like a country manor or castle. On the other hand, light and bright silver tones matched with pastel hues are ideal for a modern yet romantic theme. Try injecting a little bling into other elements of your event decor, along with your wedding stationery, with these fail-safe tips:
Go modern with a metal wedding arch — An uber-cool alternative to an altar, wedding arches, also called arbours or bowers, create a photogenic frame for the couple to stand under as they say their “I do”. Harmonise it with your theme by finding one painted in your chosen metallic hue or making one yourself using metal piping. You can then soften the appearance of the arch by tying flowers, vines, fabrics or other decorative items to it. Or, if you're going for a more urban look, place it in front of a brick or whitewashed wall where it can shine.
Create a photo booth fit for the red carpet — Photo booths are an excellent way for your guests to break the ice and kill some time between cocktails and canopies, plus you're sure to end up with some utterly hilarious pics of your friends and family goofing around! But, rather than cheap wigs, silly hats and boring backgrounds, take things up a notch by hanging sequined fabric or golden tinsel and picking props with metallic detailing.
Amp up your table centrepieces — Your wedding reception table centrepieces are where you can let your imagination run wild and make sure you and your betrothed's personalities shine through. While balloons filled with glitter are always a tried-and-tested choice, don't be afraid to experiment. Consider spraypainting organic items like shells, pebbles, leaves or fruit, tying bands of shimmering ribbon around your chairs and lighting candles on metal candelabras so that their flickering glow twinkles off all of your other sparkling items.
Opt for a cake as shiny as it is sweet — Gilded wedding cakes are one of the hottest trends at the moment and sure do pack a statement. Whether pewter, bronze, copper or any other precious metal you prefer, bakers can add glitz using edible metallic sprinkles, gold leaf, sugar pearls, food paints or simply with a custom cake topper.
Whether you're inviting 50 guests or 500, every couple wants their wedding to stand out and be as unique as their relationship. And foil wedding invitations are certainly one way to bring that fun, individual quality to your special day. And don't hesitate to get in touch with us if you're unsure where you want to add foiling. Every element of our wedding stationery — from the font and the wording to the card colour and shape of the corners — is fully customisable, and nothing makes us happier than helping bring your ideas to life.
Whether it's a wedding you're planning or a different kind of special occasion, like a New Year’s Eve ball or company awards night, adding a glimmer of gold or silver is a brilliant way to ramp up the celebratory tone and get people excited about the upcoming event.
Vintage Prints have a vast collection of foil wedding invitations for you to choose from, including square, folded and standard invites, all in a number of bespoke, handcrafted designs. So if there is a design that you love on our site but it doesn’t come with foiling, simply let us know and we can add foiling for you. We can even add foiling to your own wedding invite designs! We pride ourselves on attention to detail and the love and care we put into each piece to create wedding stationery you and your guests will cherish forever.
