INDIVIDUAL MENUS AT EACH PLACE SETTING ADD A SPECIAL TOUCH

On your wedding day, a great way to create a memorable event is to add special details to your tables. This is a menu that I created for my wedding day using a heavy weight serpentine metallic card stock and the design mimicked my wedding invitations, ceremony programs, place cards and basket and favor tags. My catering company did not require pre-orders for food entrees so my menu acted as a traditional menu for guests to order. You can still create menus solely for visual appeal when pre-ordered entrees are required by catering. Menus add a sophisticated and elegant touch to any high-profile event.

COLOR WITH ELEGANCE- MONOCHROMATIC WEDDING INVITATIONS

Brides who love the idea of adding color to their special day but are hesitant to make bold choices, can ponder the idea of using tone-on-tone colors. These monochromatic colors and designs- in this instance a dark navy with a light robin blue- are soft, elegant and cohesive. The print is a whimsical floral design which is perfect for a summer or spring wedding and highlighted by these sophisticated colors. Visit http://www.invitationchef.com/ to see more color ideas.

A MODERN FAVOR IDEA: CHARITABLE DONATION CARDS

Choosing a favor for your wedding can be a daunting task. Favors can be tied into your wedding theme or simply be a delicious treat. However, more and more modern brides are giving something back to their communities. Favors can be costly and in many cases are throw-away items. A great way to honor your guests and know that you are not simply wasting money is to make a donation to a charitable organization. These donation cards are enclosed in an elegant, orange and chocolate brown package so that guests feel like they are getting a special and unique gift. Each card was placed on every bread and butter plate rather than one per table. These wedding donation cards also add a touch of color to the table. Visit invitationchef.com to learn more about the possibilities.

DETAILS, DETAILS, DETAILS- ORNAMENTAL TREE WEDDING PLACE CARDS

It is important to have a consistent look that starts with your wedding announcements and is ultimately showcased on your wedding day. Place cards, table numbers, menus, programs and favor tags are some of the ways that you can do this. Others include flowers, table settings and bridesmaid dresses. This bride chose a whimsical, ornate tree design in her colors- espresso brown, green tea, and bamboo. The initial inspiration started with the wedding invitation below. On her wedding day, she will be laying the place cards out on a table in a small bed of grass. Other colors are available to create a beautiful fall wedding invitation. Conctact Invitation Chef, Rachel Clementi, info@invitationchef.com, www.invitationchef.com

WATERMELON & LIME GREEN WEDDING INVITATIONS

Most brides today are creating their own color palettes and no longer just desire white or ercu. They want to choose colors that coordinate and then carry this "color theme" throughout their event. It all begins with the introduction of color through wedding invitations.

Watermelon and lime green are a hot color trend for the summer months. These invitations by the Invitation Chef are a part of the new IC Collection. Beautiful, heavyweight metallic papers are layered for a substantial and elegant look. A pink crystal is added as a glamorous touch. Information cards are stacked and neatly displayed to communicate that the event is highly organized.

Please look out for a new invitationchef.com website in the coming month with exciting new color palattes and styles.

EMBELLISH YOUR WEDDING INVITATIONS

Embellishments are a way to add an elegant touch to any design. I like to use a variety of crystals and buckles when adding finishing touches to my wedding invitations. One of my favorite places to look for embellishments is MJTrim http://www.mjtrim.com/. Located in new York City, they have a variety of colored crystals, buckles, and elaborate buttons that can be applied as invitation embellishments. Visit Invitation Chef, http://www.invitationchef.com/ to start building your wedding invitation with beautiful embellishments today.