Wedding invitations, actually the stationery for the entire event, can do some damage to a couple’s budget. But, if the homework is done beforehand, lovebirds can have some of the most beautiful designs that don’t break the bank or break their vision for a sophisticated event filled with intricate details and quality products.
Some say that it’s okay to skimp out on the invites but if you want a memorable wedding day, you can’t nix or shorten your standard for the first piece of the party your guests will get their hands on. This is where your themes, your colors, the tone, the style is displayed first. This is truly the first impression your loved ones will receive of the main event, it’s important to make it count.
Thankfully, there are invitations out there that are inexpensive but don’t look like they’re been printed, cut, and stuffed at home in our craft room. Not that DIYing is inexpensive or can’t come across as refined, but, let’s face it, not all of us have those kinds of skills.
8 Inexpensive Wedding Invitations That Look Anything BUT
Adventure Awaits from Minted
Price: 100 for $150
Features: Four-Panel
With this innovative, artistic design you’ll receive a free wedding website (that matches the invitation and keeping your wedding theme cohesive) as well as free recipient addressing (that also matches the style of this mountain view). Your interior can be dressed in ivory or a blue hue and there’s also wrapped addressing available as well.
Extra Tip: You can get an extra 15% off your order by signing up for an account and receiving emails.
Bohemian Wreath from DIY Paper Boutique
Price: $32 for entire downloadable suite
Features: Invitation, RSVP card, program fan, reception card, and details card.
These stunning invitation suites feature beautiful calligraphy font and hand-painted floral accents. What’s amazing about going with this kind of package is that… it’s an entire package.
You get everything you need for one price with the option to print as many as you need. It’s a bundle of savings and you’ll be able to choose your own envelopes and printer (and paper) without worries.
Dazzling Lace from Shutterfly
Price: $169 for 75
Features: Foil-stamped
This foil-stamped 5×7 wedding invitation is perfect for our more traditional and formal events. There are matching items to choose from in the collection and one of the best features is the continued detailing on the back of the invite.
You can also custom color the invitation including purple, blue, or any other tone you envision for your event. Foil options include gold, silver, and rose gold.
Emerald Green Watercolor from Heaven and Fifth Studio
Price: $11.99 Instant Download
Features: Editable text for personalization
To help with your DIY efforts, but still look as though you’ve had your invitations professionally handled (from start to finish), you can download this beauty.
Personalize it yourself and then get it printed where you’re most comfortable. It’s truly a foolproof process while getting an unmistakably unique and gorgeous product (and one that doesn’t break the bank!).
Pink Marble from Vistaprint
Price: As low as $1.13 per piece
Features: Can add gold foil
This flat, marbled invitation from Vistaprint can be created with or without gold foil. It’s right on trend with the current modern flair that’s being upheld highly throughout the wedding world as well. It also comes in a variety of colors such as lavender, gold, and blush.
Check out the matching thank you cards and envelope seals while you create your suite.
Mr. & Mrs. from Viola Mirabilis Design
Price: $5.27 for template download
Features: Matching items available
This chic and clean invitation is a downloadable (and SO affordable) template that you can customize and then print to your whim. There are multiple matching pieces to complete your suite as well – all for prices that will fit all kinds of workable budgets.
Thick, cardstock paper is suggested for your printing needs but don’t be afraid to get extra creative in that department and really put your own unique mark on the design.
Rustic Wood & String Lights from Zazzle
Price: $1.90 per card
Features: Lace detailing
From table numbers to RSVPs, there’s an entire suite here to purchase if you so choose. But the invitation – which can stand on its own – is budget-friendly and perfectly niche for our shabby chic-loving brides.
It comes as a 5×7 design and can be printed in both standard and high definition – as well as semi-gloss finished and a variety of shapes to personalize the finished piece.
Purple Plum Floral from Dreaming in Paper
Price: $1.50 for a sample set
Features: Handmade matching set
This beauty is perfect for a spring garden event. The florals add a feminine flair and the invite can be printed on smooth matte white or textured linen depending on your preferences.
There’s also an option to change the ink to match your wedding color scheme as well. Chat with the artist for further personalization and a quote on your order.