Our guide to all the different on the day wedding stationery and signage to consider – what it is, what it’s used for and do you need it!
As well as wedding invitations and save the date cards Pure Invitation can help you with all of your on the day wedding stationery and items. We offer everything you need from place name cards to order of service booklets to acrylic and foam signage.
We also offer thank-you cards so you can send your gratitude in keeping with your wedding theme.
Some couples get a bit confused as to what they should have on the day and whilst there are standard items, as always, our advice is it’s your wedding so your rules!
To help you decide what you would like for your big day here’s our easy guide to wedding stationery.
Order of Service
An order of service is a booklet that includes all the details of your wedding ceremony, acting as a guide for your guests so they know what is happening and when. It can be a simple or as detailed as you want it to be, for example you might want to only include a line or two for each stage of the ceremony or you might want to personalise it a bit more by adding the names of the participants, or some fun facts about you as a couple.
Some couples add the lyrics of their chosen hymns (or songs) so everything the guest needs is in the one place, and if there are readings you might want to include the words. Browse all of our designs here.
TOP TIP! Before approving anything with your stationer ensure you have checked the running order of the ceremony with your officiant i.e. registrar, vicar, priest etc. as they need to be happy with everything – you don’t want to have to reprint!
Table Names / Numbers
These are important to consider, especially if you’re having a big wedding as they help guests to find their table and seats.
All of our table markers can be printed with numbers or personalised with names – maybe you want to use your favourite places for your tables, or bands, films, songs…the list is endless! Choose your favourite design and then customise to suit your colour theme. Take a look here.
TOP TIP! Make sure what you choose for the cards can be printed large enough for your guests to see from a distance.
Place Cards
If you’re having a formal wedding breakfast place cards are a lovely finishing touch to the overall look of your tables, whilst also being highly practical letting your guests know where they’re sitting! If using caterers they’re also helpful to them in identifying dietary requirements amongst your guests.
TOP TIP! Order a few blank cards that can be utilised for any last minute guest changes…
Table / Seating Plans
A table plan is usually displayed at the entrance of the reception area, showing guests the layout of the tables and listing their names so they know where to head. The tables are usually labelled with numbers, letters or names that correspond with each guest’s place cards.
At Pure Invitation we can print the individual cards to display on your table plan – we’ve seen so many stunning plans using mirrors, wooden crates and even trees!
Browse all the designs here.
We can also print the actual table plan itself as a foam board or acrylic sign. Click here to take a look at our table plan signs.
Welcome Signs
Ensure your guests feel welcome from the very start – and subtly confirm to them they’re in the right place – by having a beautiful welcome sign on display. Pure Invitation offers acrylic and foam board welcome signs in A1 and A2 size, fully customisable to suit your day.
Our 3D acrylic welcome signs feature raised acrylic lettering and/or numbers to really make a wow impact to your guests.
Click here to view all of our welcome signs.
Order of the Day Signs
An Order of the Day is a timeline of what is happening on your day so your guests are kept well informed and know where they need to be at crucial times! You don’t want anyone to miss the key events like the cutting of the cake or the first dance but you also don’t want them to feel like they’re tied to their chairs in the fear of not being present for an important part of the day.
Most people include the following in an Order of the Day:
- Ceremony
- Wedding Breakfast
- Speeches & Toasts
- Cutting the Cake
- The First Dance
- Evening Buffet
- Time to Say Goodnight
But as with everything when it comes to your wedding you can include whatever you want to, and what is important for your guests. Take a look at all of our order of the day signs here.
TOP TIP! Don’t be too specific with your timings – weddings have a tendency to run a bit behind!
Wedding Menus
Wedding menus let guests know what delicious food they’ll be eating, and are a lovely finishing touch to a well thought out table. If you included a menu card in your invitation you might question if you need to have them on the day as well, but if your invitations were sent out well in advance of the date most guests will have forgotten what they chose!
We also offer personalised guest menus which really bespoke your table settings for your guests and will make them feel valued and appreciated.
Thank You Cards
Thank you cards are sent to your guests shortly after the wedding, thanking them for their gift and for attending your wedding. If you can try to personalise the card to include the gift giver’s name, what they bought, and a heartfelt note of appreciation. Take a look at our cards here.
TOP TIP! Think about thank you cards for other key events in the run up to the wedding, for example did someone go above and beyond for your hen do?
We hope this guide helps explain some of the key wedding stationery items and what you might need for your big day. The friendly team at Pure Invitation are on hand to help with any further questions you have regarding wedding stationery – don’t hesitate to contact us! Click here to start the conversation.