First Steps

  • For invitation suites, plan for 10+ weeks from kickoff to your mail date. Most couples mail invitations 3–6 months before the wedding, depending on destination travel and event complexity. This gives us space for concepting, revisions, paper decisions, printing, and addressing.

    For day-of paper, plan for 6+ weeks from design kickoff to delivery, depending on scope and production. For monograms or signature artwork, 4+ weeks is typically enough.

    If you’re not sure yet, share your ideal in-hand date. If your timeline is shorter, still inquire — we’ll confirm what’s realistic based on scope and production.

  • Projects begin at a minimum investment to ensure the design detail, production quality, and hands-on support we’re known for.

    • Custom invitation suites from $5,000

    • Day-of paper collections from $2,000 (lower when added to an invitation suite)

    • Monograms are $250

    • Monogram + crest are $550

    • Venue illustrations are $600

    Preferred add-on pricing is available for day-of paper and signature artwork when booked alongside a custom invitation suite.

  • Within 1 business day, you’ll hear from us with next steps and a link to schedule a consultation call. From there:

    1. Consultation call to align on vision, priorities, and investment

    2. Proposal and booking with retainer to reserve your place on our calendar

    3. Design kickoff with timelines, checklist, and creative direction

    4. Design and production with guided decisions and meticulous follow-through

    5. Delivery with print-ready files or finished pieces in hand and sent directly to guests, depending on your package

  • Yes. We take on no more than two full-service clients per month (invitation suite + day-of paper) so every project receives the time, responsiveness, and detail it deserves. Dates can fill quickly for peak wedding months.

What We Create

  • We design day-of paper and finishing details that tie the full experience together, including:

    • Menus (cocktail and dinner)

    • Place cards, escort cards, and seating charts

    • Table numbers

    • Programs and ceremony paper

    • Welcome notes and itineraries

    • Bar menus and specialty signage

    • Favor tags, labels, and packaging details (candles, chocolates, boxes, matchbooks)

    • Vow books, petal pouches, and other custom paper moments

    We can also produce select items like welcome totes and engraved toasting glasses using your monogram or signature artwork.

    Not seeing what you need? Tell us what you’re dreaming up, we can usually bring it to life.

  • Order minimums vary by print method and paper choice. Many production partners have minimum quantities for specialty processes (letterpress, foil, embossing). We’ll guide you toward the best approach for your quantity, budget, and desired finish.

  • A typical suite includes:

    • Custom monogram + crest

    • Invitation card

    • Details card

    • RSVP card (no envelope)

    • Outer envelope with guest addressing

    • Envelope liner

    • Ribbon to tie everything together

    • Postage

    Optional additions can include a folio to hold the set, weekend event cards, maps, vellum wraps, wax seals, RSVP envelopes with postage, belly bands, save the dates, and thank you cards.

    We’ll recommend the right structure based on your weekend flow and what guests truly need.

  • For most projects, we design and deliver everything production-ready for your planner, venue team, or florist to place.

    We provide clear handoff instructions and placement notes for signage and layered paper moments so everything is executed beautifully. At this time, we do not offer on-site day-of installation.

  • As a rule of thumb:

    • Custom invitation suites: 10 to 12 weeks

    • Day-of paper: 6 to 10 weeks depending on volume and printing

    • Monograms and venue illustrations: 4 weeks
      Complex print methods, multiple events, and large guest counts can extend timelines. We’ll confirm your timeline during your consultation.

  • Sometimes, yes. Rush availability depends on our production calendar and print partner lead times. Rush projects may require a reduced scope, expedited approvals, and a rush fee. The best first step is to inquire with your date and what you need.

Creative Direction and Invitation Etiquette

  • Yes. We handle all wording and copywriting for your suite so everything reads polished, cohesive, and true to the formality and tone of your celebration. If you have specific phrasing you’d like included, we’re happy to incorporate it.

    We’ll help you navigate hosting lines, dress code phrasing, adults-only wording, multiple events, and cultural considerations with care.

  • Absolutely! This is one of our favorite parts of the work. We can incorporate cultural details through motifs, illustration, language, structure, and materials in a way that feels intentional and elevated, never performative.

  • Yes. If you already have a palette, florals, linens, or a larger design plan, we can align your paper to it. If you don’t, we’ll develop a cohesive direction inspired by your vision and the inspiration you share, ensuring everything plays beautifully with the rest of your celebration.

  • A monogram or crest typically includes:

    • Creative direction and concept development

    • A refined final mark (monogram or monogram + crest)

    • Colorways as needed (for print and digital use)

    • Deliverables for use across your wedding materials (high-resolution and vector formats)

    • Basic usage guidance so it stays consistent across vendors

  • A venue illustration includes:

    • A custom illustration of your venue in our signature style, created from reference imagery

    • A final artwork file delivered in print-ready and digital formats for use across your stationery and wedding details

    We’ll confirm the best placement and sizing based on how you plan to use it.

  • Yes. Most clients use their monogram and illustration across day-of paper, napkins, dance floors, welcome gifts, and wedding websites.

    We’ll provide files that are easy for vendors to use and can coordinate specs so everything reproduces cleanly. If you plan to use the artwork beyond your wedding (for a business or product line), we can discuss expanded licensing.

Studio Policies

  • To reserve your project on our calendar, we require a signed agreement and a 50% retainer. The remaining 50% balance is due after final design approval and before production begins. Any print and production costs are collected prior to placing orders with our printing partners.

  • Let us know as soon as possible. We’ll adjust what we can, including timelines, wording, and any venue-specific art.

    If anything is already in production, any pieces that include your venue name or wedding date may need to be reprinted. In that case, you would be responsible for the associated production costs, and we’ll do our best to secure discounted reruns when possible.

  • Because we reserve capacity and begin planning immediately, retainers are typically non-refundable. Rescheduling is handled case by case based on availability and production timelines. If changes occur after design or production has started, additional fees may apply.

  • Yes. We love working alongside planners and are happy to collaborate on timelines, design direction, and production logistics. Planners can reach out directly, and we’ll keep communication clean and organized.

    Planners: For direct inquiries, email hello@formedandfabled.com.