Set the tone with
UNIQUE LUXURY SAVE THE DATES
Enter the creative universe of Smitten with Ink where bespoke Save the Date cards are the opening notes of a symphony that will resonate through your entire celebration. More than just an announcement to your loved ones, each card is a tactile journey, meticulously hand printed on a letterpress or a foil press, inviting them to experience the elegance that awaits.
With your vision for your wedding day in mind, we will explore colour palettes, typography and gorgeous textured paper options to create unique save the dates that will secure your guests’ presence with a touch of sophistication.
From the initial spark of design to the hands-on production, my work revolves around an unwavering commitment to meticulous care where every detail is a promise of the extraordinary moments to come.
Hot foil Save the Dates
This classic printing method creates a visually stunning impact.
Explore the intricacies of the hot foiling process to enhance your stationery.
Letterpress Save the Dates
Equally, letterpress printing results in a sophisticated, textured finish. Discover this meticulous process which includes hand-mixing ink and manual printing on an antique letterpress.
Creating your luxury save the dates: a bespoke approach
Bringing to life your dream bespoke Save the Date cards involves a collaborative journey for which I will need to become acquainted with you and learn about what makes you and your love story unique. My aim is to ensure the creative process is not only seamless but also a delightful experience for you.
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GET IN TOUCH
If you are interested in working with me, the first step is to fill out my enquiry form to tell me about you, your wedding day and you envision for it. If you already have some ideas about the creative direction or a Pinterest board, these are details I want to hear about to help me gauge your aesthetic.
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DESIGN TIME
From the ideas we delved into during our initial consultation, I will get to work designing your unique save the date cards. The collaborative process will take on its full meaning as you give me feedback on the proofs submitted to you. We’ll refine the concept together until we achieve your vision.
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GET TO KNOW EACH OTHER
We’ll hop on a video call - or meet for coffee if you are local to me – for a 45 minutes creative consultation during which we discuss in more depth your wedding plans, stationery requirements, ideas and inspiration so I can understand better who you are and what is important to you.
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PRINTING PROCESS
Once your Save the Dates' design is approved and all materials ordered, it’s time to get printing! As much as I love designing, nothing brings me more joy than the letterpress printing process. There is something truly beautiful and almost emotional about bringing to life something you have spent time and love creating. All finishing touches such as calligraphy details, wax seals and assembly are also done in-house.
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PROPOSAL
Following the consultation, I will put together a proposal which outlines what we’ve discussed and the direction I’m thinking would work for you. Included in the proposal will be a quote and a suggested timeline (note that the average turnaround time for bespoke save the dates is 6 weeks, depending on the intricacy of the design).
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THEY'RE ON THEIR WAY!
Your luxurious bespoke save the date cards are soon to land on your doorstep and it is already time to think about your bespoke wedding invitations!
Some questions answered about Save the Dates
These are the most commonly asked questions but you can get in touch if you can't find the answer to a question you have.
SHOULD I SEND SAVE THE DATE CARDS?
HOW MANY SHOULD I SEND?
SHOULD I SEND SAVE THE DATES TO MY EVENING GUESTS?
WHEN TO SEND SAVE THE DATES?
HOW MUCH SAVE THE DATE CARDS COST?
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About your invitation designer
I'm Hélène, the founder and creative mind behind Smitten with Ink, a bespoke wedding stationery design studio in London. I specialise in letterpress and create chic and contemporary invitations as well as stationery for your wedding day.
With French roots and a love for striking aesthetics, I draw inspiration from architecture and interior design to craft tactile stationery that not only tells your story in style but also captivates the senses. Forever avid learner of all things printing & paper… Learn more