Wedding Invitation Printing Options

Before you go shopping for your wedding invitations, become familiar with the invitation printing process and lingo; this will help you determine your needs in advance and avoid unnecessary costs. Price is determined per invitation, so if your guest list is huge - be prepared to designate a significant portion of your budget to wedding invitations. Costs can range anywhere from $1-$50 each. Bulky papers, colored inks and unique graphics all increase the cost. Custom designs can also be pricey.

Printing options also affect the cost:
Engraving - most formal and most expensive - results in raised print that is pressed through the back.

Thermography - less expensive than engraving - results in raised print that does not press through the back

Lithography - less expensive than either engraving or theromography - results in print that is neither raised nor pressed through

Laser printing - the least expensive option. - produced on a laser printer and results in print similar to that of lithography.

When factoring total costs, don’t forget to consider postage as part of your budget, including stamps for the response card envelopes. Looking for ways to save? Keep your design simple, sticking to one color. Use lighter weight papers and include less inserts. Use response postcards instead of cards with envelopes.