The Classic Wedding Invitation Card
A flat wedding invitation card is the format most people picture when they think of a wedding invitation: a single panel of luxury card, beautifully designed, carrying your names, your date, your venue and your wording. It's the most versatile format — it suits every style of wedding from formal black-tie to relaxed outdoor celebrations — and when it's well designed and well printed, it's still the most elegant option available.
The flat card format works so well because the design has nowhere to hide. There's no fold to conceal a weak layout, no structure to do the visual work. What you see is the design itself — the card weight, the print quality, the spacing of the type — and on a well-made invitation, that's more than enough.
If you need to carry a lot of information — multiple venues, travel details, accommodation options — a separate information card (sent with your invitation) or one of our folded invitation formats may suit you better. But for couples whose wording is clean and whose priority is a beautifully presented card above everything else, the flat format remains the definitive choice.
Building Your Wedding Invitation Suite
Most couples send more than just the invitation card itself. A wedding invitation suite is the complete set of cards that goes into the envelope — typically the main invitation, an RSVP card, and an information card — all designed to work together visually so they feel like a single considered piece of stationery rather than a collection of separate inserts.
The Invitation Card
Your names, the date, the time and venue. The centrepiece of the suite — the card your guests will keep and display before the day.
The Information Card
Venue directions, accommodation recommendations, dress code, gift list details, and anything else your guests need to know. Keeps the main invitation clean and uncluttered.
The RSVP Card
Returned by guests to confirm attendance. Can include meal choices, dietary notes or a song request. Usually sent with a pre-addressed envelope to make replying easy.
We design all three pieces to match — same card stock, same design language, same finish — so your suite feels like a set from the moment your guests open the envelope. You can order all three together, or just the invitation card alone if you're directing guests online for RSVP and information.
Personalised Wedding Invitation Card Design
Every wedding invitation card we make is personalised — the design starts with one of our existing layouts, which you then make your own through the wording, colour, card stock and any finishing touches you choose. The result is a card that looks bespoke without the full cost and lead time of designing from scratch.
Wedding card design has moved a long way from the narrow range of traditional formats that defined the category for decades. Contemporary invitation cards range from clean, typographic minimalism to rich botanical illustration, hand-lettered calligraphy, venue portraiture and metallic foil detailing — and the best designs work equally well as a keepsake as they do as an invitation. If you have a specific visual direction in mind that you can't see in our existing range, ask — small bespoke adjustments are part of what we do.
Wedding Invitation Wording
The wording on your invitation card tells your guests everything they need: who is getting married, when, where, and what you're asking of them. Beyond those essentials, the tone is yours to decide.
What to include
Every wedding invitation card should carry: the couple's names, the date and time of the ceremony, and the ceremony venue name and address. If the reception takes place at a different venue, include that too — either on the invitation itself or on your information card. A dress code and RSVP deadline are worth including if relevant; everything else (gift list details, accommodation, travel information) is better placed on a separate information card to keep the invitation itself clean.
Formal or informal?
Traditional wedding invitation wording uses third-person formal language — "Mr and Mrs [Name] request the pleasure of your company at the marriage of their daughter..." — and still suits classic, formal or religious ceremonies very well. Most couples today write in a way that sounds more like themselves: first person, warm, direct, and occasionally with a touch of humour. Neither approach is wrong. What matters is that the register of your invitation matches the tone of your day.
Every design we offer comes with sample wording already set, so you can see a finished example before you start personalising your own. If you'd like help with wording once you've chosen a design, just ask.
What Size Should a Wedding Invitation Card Be?
The most common size for a flat wedding invitation card in the UK is A5 (148mm × 210mm) — it's a generous format that gives your design room to breathe and fits comfortably into a C5 envelope. A6 (105mm × 148mm) is a popular smaller alternative, particularly for evening reception invitations or couples who prefer a more compact card.
Square formats (typically 140mm × 140mm or 148mm × 148mm) have become increasingly popular over the last few years, particularly for modern minimalist and botanical designs. They sit well as a display piece and look striking when the design is centred on the square format. The trade-off is that square envelopes sometimes attract a higher postage rate — worth factoring in for larger guest lists.
We can advise on sizing as part of the design process, and if you're unsure, we can show you sample cards in different formats so you can see and feel each size before committing.
Foiling on Wedding Invitation Cards
Metallic foiling is one of the most effective ways to elevate a flat wedding invitation card. A foil-stamped name, date or motif on an otherwise clean design creates a focal point that print alone can't replicate — the metallic catch of the light is immediate and unmistakable, and it photographs beautifully for the flat lay shots that have become part of almost every wedding.
Foiling is applied in-house on our Matrix Foiling Machine in our Surrey studio, which means it's available across a wider range of design elements than most suppliers offer. Gold foil is the most popular choice, but silver and rose gold are also available. If you have a specific foil placement in mind — a monogram, a border, a venue name — ask when you enquire and we can show you what's achievable.
Hand Finished in Our Surrey Studio
Every wedding invitation card we make is designed, printed and hand finished in our studio near Chobham in Surrey. We're a small, family-run business, and every card goes through our hands before it leaves — so the quality is consistent, the finish is intentional, and if something isn't right, we catch it before your order is packed.
That matters more than it might seem. Mass-market printing services can match us on price; they can't match us on the attention paid to each individual order. When you have 80 or 100 wedding invitations going out to the people who matter most to you, that difference is worth having.
From £1.50 Per Card, UK-Wide Delivery
Our wedding invitation cards start from £1.50 per card, with the final price depending on the design, card weight and any additional finishing such as foiling. RSVP cards and information cards are priced separately, so you can build your suite to fit your budget rather than paying for a fixed package.
All orders are dispatched by tracked Royal Mail delivery anywhere in the UK — England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland — so your invitations arrive safely and on time, wherever you and your guests are based.
If you're considering a folded format, our folded wedding invitations page covers both gatefold and concertina styles. And if you're still in the early stages, save the date cards are designed to match — so your stationery feels like one consistent set from the first announcement through to the day itself.
Wedding Invitation Card FAQs
What is a wedding invitation suite?
A wedding invitation suite is the complete set of cards sent together in one envelope — typically the main invitation card, an information card carrying venue directions and practical details, and an RSVP card for guests to return. All three are designed to match, so the suite feels cohesive and considered rather than a collection of separate pieces.
What should I include on a wedding invitation card?
At minimum: the couple's names, the date and time of the ceremony, and the ceremony venue name and address. If the reception is at a different venue, include that too. Dress code and RSVP deadline are worth adding if relevant. Practical details like directions, accommodation and gift list information are better placed on a separate information card to keep the invitation itself clean.
What is the difference between a flat and a folded wedding invitation?
A flat wedding invitation card is a single unfolded panel — the classic format. It suits every wedding style and, when well designed, is the most elegant option. A folded invitation (gatefold or concertina) offers more panels and more space for detail, which suits couples with a lot of information to include or those who want the unfolding to be part of the experience. See our folded wedding invitations page for more on both formats.
What size should my wedding invitation card be?
5 x 7 (125mm × 175mm) is the most popular size in the UK — it gives the design room to breathe and fits a standard envelope. A6 is a neat smaller alternative, commonly used for evening invitations, or for a slightly larger choice, choose A5 (148mm x 210mm). Square formats (140mm or 148mm) are increasingly popular for modern and botanical designs, though square envelopes can attract a higher postage rate on larger guest lists.
Can I have foiling on a flat wedding invitation card?
Yes — metallic foiling is available on our flat invitation cards, applied in-house on our Foiling Machine in our Surrey studio. Gold, silver and rose gold are available. Foiling can be applied to names, dates, motifs, borders or any other design element — ask when you enquire and we can show you what's achievable for your chosen design.
Will I see a proof before my invitations are printed?
Yes — every order includes a personalised proof showing your wording, names, layout and finish as they will appear on the card. We aim to turn proofs around within 48 hours of receiving your details. Once you approve, we go straight into production.
How much do wedding invitation cards cost?
Our wedding invitation cards start from £1.50 per card. RSVP cards and information cards are priced separately so you can build a suite to your budget. You'll see the full price for your chosen design and quantity before you personalise or order anything.
Do you design matching RSVP and information cards?
Yes — RSVP cards and information cards are designed to match your invitation card exactly: same card stock, same design language, same finish. You can order all three as a suite, or just the invitation card alone if you're directing guests online for RSVP and information.
When should I send my wedding invitation cards?
The general rule in the UK is 10 to 12 weeks before the wedding date — long enough for guests to make travel and accommodation arrangements, but not so far ahead that the date stops feeling real. For weddings abroad, peak-season summer weddings, or guests travelling significant distances, 16 to 20 weeks is advisable. Save the date cards, sent 6 to 12 months ahead, handle the early notice so your formal invitations can go out at the right time.
Where are your wedding invitation cards made?
All of our wedding invitation cards are designed, printed and hand finished in our studio near Chobham in Surrey — including any foiling, which is done in-house rather than outsourced. We deliver across the UK by tracked Royal Mail.
