D E S I G N  G U I D E


The invitations set the mood for your wedding and are one of the first items your guests receive from you as a couple. 

Let’s leave a lasting impression!

We created our Design Guide to give you various options and ideas for customising your wedding stationery. 
Choose from a selection of colour palettes, paper types, printing methods, card stock and embellishments — from a curated selection of envelope liners, vellum wraps, monograms, wreaths, wax seals, silk ribbons, and more. 

If you have any questions, please get in touch dosdosdesigns@gmail.com

I work with high-quality, eco-friendly materials and traditional printing techniques. Below you will find examples of how your cards can be printed and personalised.


P R I N T I N G   M E T H O D S

 

Digital Print

Digital Print is the most basic, fastest and most cost-effective printing method. Coloured or black ink is applied to any card stock and thickness leaving a vibrant, smooth, crisp finish. 

Letterpress Print

Letterpress printing leaves a breathtaking impression of your design on thick card stock. It adds a tactile, luxurious and unique touch to your invitation design. Letterpress is suited for most 300gsm card stock; however, we highly recommend choosing a thicker 600gsm card stock and handmade paper an even deeper impression.

 

Letterpress involves pressing the text into the paper using an antique mashine. The printing is done using special plates that press the design, leaving a deep, tactile impression, while applying 1 ink color at a time. This method requires each invitation to be printed individually. 

 

Embossing is similar to letterpress, but the artwork is pressed into the card from behind and creates a raised look.

Hot Foil Stamping

Foiling is very similar to letterpress printing, but instead of using inks, the design is pressed to card with shiny, luxurious foil. There is a range of different foil colours available, including gold, silver, rose, copper and many more. Foiling looks stunning on 300gsm card, we recommend choosing 600gsm to achieve a more pillowy look. Foiling is a luxurious but also the most expensive printing method, but definitely worth the investment.

 

Applying the foil is done manually using a specially created plate with your text. This method requires each invitation to be printed individually.


P A P E R  T Y P E
we use only high-quality paper types

Handmade Paper

 

Luxury look handmade paper has a soft, textured surface and organic natural deckled edges and is about 300 gsm thick. Handmade paper is suitable for letterpress and foil press printing. It is available in 20 colours.

Paper is not only beautiful but sustainable as well as it is made from recycled cotton rag.

Uncoated Paper

 

The most popular paper type is uncoated matte, available in many colours. Available in 300-350gsm or duplexed 600-700gsm.

 

Uncoated paper with a coarse texture and rustic flecks throughout. Uncoated surface gives print colours a sophisticated feel and a slightly muted finish.

Suitable for all print methods.

Cotton Paper

 

Luxury and tactile, cotton paper is perfect for letterpress, foil pressing or digital print. Available in 300 or 600 gsm.

 

Crisp white 100% Cotton paper has a soft natural texture and is fully recyclable and biodegradable. Eco-friendly paper is made without chemicals and has a fabric feel with the same great print quality of paper.

Textured Paper


Textured paper is a great way to make your stationery more special and luxurious. 

Available in 300 – 350gsm.

Vellum Paper

 

Translucent Vellum paper adds an extra dimension to your designs and is perfect for layering on top of textured or foiled print and digital print.

 

Available in 100gsm and 220gsm.


C A R D   S T O C K   E N V E L O P E   C O L O U R S

 

Luxury matte envelopes from premium card stock are 

 

perfect for your wedding stationery.

 

There are various colours and sizes from 5x7 (183x132mm), A6 (164x121mm), A5 (229x162mm), 

 

and 4 Bar (RSVP 92x130mm) envelopes to fit any needs.

 

The envelope is the first thing your guests will see when they receive your wedding invites so you

 

 want to ensure it exudes luxury. 


       H A N D M A D E     P A P E R      E N V E L O P E    C O L O U R S

 

Handmade cotton paper envelopes are not only beautiful but also eco-friendly.

 

There are various colours and sizes to fit 5x7 paper (191x140mm), and A6 (166x122mm).

 

The envelope is the first thing your guests will see when they receive your wedding invites so you

 

 want to ensure it exudes luxury. 

H A N D M A D E   P A P E R
   C O L O U R S
Colours can vary on different computer screens and in print

white

beige

ivory

earth

blush

mauve

rose

clay

sunset red

sea fog

forest green

sage

muted sage

jade green

mint green

black

midnigth

teal

dusky blue

light blue

E N V E L O P E   L I N E R S
Digitally printed

Liner 1

Liner 2

Liner 3

Liner 4

Liner 5

Liner 6

Liner 7

Liner 8

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