Your Wedding Stationery Guide

Everything You Need to Create a Beautiful, Memorable Day – On Paper

Planning a wedding is a whirlwind. There are dresses to choose, guests to invite, seating plans to juggle - and somehow you’ve also got to find time to make sure your wedding looks and feels exactly right.

That’s where your stationery comes in. From your invitations to your table plan, print plays a big part in setting the tone for the day. It tells your story, reflects your style, and gives your guests all the important details - with beauty, warmth and personality.

At Soar Valley Press, we help brides-to-be (and grooms too!) create stunning wedding stationery that feels true to them. Here’s our essential guide to what you might need, how to make it all feel cohesive, and where to find inspiration.

💌 Your Wedding Stationery Checklist

Here’s what most couples consider for their big day - with a few extras you may not have thought of.

Before the Day

• Save the Dates – sent 6–12 months ahead

• Main Invitations – including RSVP cards and details (2–4 months ahead)

• Envelope liners – for a luxe finishing touch

• Information cards – accommodation, maps, gift list or website info

• Hen/Stag Do invites – keep your theme running through all the fun!

On the Day

• Orders of Service – for your ceremony or blessing

• Welcome Signs – a lovely way to greet guests

• Table Plan – large format, easel-mounted or framed

• Place Cards – personalised with names, sometimes with menu choices

• Table Numbers or Names – match your theme

• Menus – printed individually or one per table

• Signage – e.g. guestbook, gifts & cards, photo booth, dancefloor

• Vow Books – beautifully printed to treasure forever

After the Day

• Thank You Cards – featuring a wedding photo or matching your invite suite

• Memory Keepsakes – a printed booklet or card with your vows, readings or speeches

Don’t worry if you don’t need all of these - we’ll help you choose what’s right for your day and your budget.

🎨 Finishes That Add That Extra Something

Once you know what you need, the fun part begins: making it look and feel amazing.

Here are some of the specialist finishes and materials that brides love:

Raised Spot UV

A glossy coating that’s applied to just one area - like your names, initials or a floral pattern. It catches the light and adds a subtle texture guests love to run their fingers over.

✅ Looks stunning on minimalist designs or paired with soft-touch lamination

✅ Ideal for invitations, menus, or vow books

Foiling (Gold, Silver, Rose Gold & More)

Want to add shimmer and luxury? Metallic foiling elevates any design. Use it for titles, borders, or accents - it’s guaranteed to catch the eye.

✅ Perfect for your main invitation or order of service

✅ Works beautifully with both modern and vintage styles

Textured Paper Stocks

Soft, natural-feeling stocks in everything from subtle linen textures to handmade-look finishes. Especially lovely for rustic weddings, outdoor venues or artisan themes.

✅ Eco-conscious and tactile

✅ Beautiful with simple typography or soft florals

Soft-Touch Lamination

This is the one that makes people say, “Ooh that feels amazing!” A velvety matte laminate that adds understated luxury to your stationery.

✅ Great for combining with Spot UV

✅ Durable and fingerprint-resistant - ideal for menus or signage

🪄 Need Inspiration? Come and Visit Our Showroom

We know it’s hard to decide based on pictures online - which is why we invite all our wedding clients to see and feel the options in person.

In our showroom (just outside Leicester), you can:

• Browse real wedding samples and paper swatches

• Feel the difference between finishes and textures

• Sit down with a cup of tea and explore your options with no pressure

  
  

We’ll show you how different papers and print techniques look - and more importantly, how they feel in your hands. It really does make a difference.

💖 We’re Here to Help – Every Step of the Way

Let’s be honest: wedding planning can be overwhelming. You’re juggling 101 decisions, often for the first time.

That’s why at Soar Valley Press, we don’t just print. We listen. We ask the right questions. And we make sure everything is beautifully produced, on time, and exactly how you imagined it - even if you didn’t know what to ask for in the first place.

You’ll be looked after by our friendly, experienced team - no jargon, no fuss. Just genuine advice, expert print knowledge, and a passion for making brides feel calm and confident.

💌 Ready to Plan Your Wedding Stationery?

📩 Get in touch for a free consultation - in person, by phone or over email

📦 Ask for a free sample pack to explore finishes and textures

🫖 Or pop into our showroom for a cuppa and some inspiration

We’d love to help you create wedding stationery that feels completely “you”.

Because this isn’t just print.

It’s your story, on paper.