Emily Ziegler • January 3, 2026
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A formal wedding calls for an invitation that matches the tone of the celebration. From black tie celebrations to elegant ballroom receptions, formal wedding invitations signal what kind of experience guests can expect. Elements like letterpress printing, silk ribbon, wax seals, and custom monograms help communicate a sense of tradition and grandeur. In this post, we’re sharing 10 of our favorite formal wedding invitation designs to inspire couples planning an elegant, timeless wedding.
1. Timeless White and Gold Letterpress Invitations with a Custom Crest
Stephanie and Nick needed luxury wedding invitations to match the grandeur of their New York venue, Bourne Mansion. We designed a custom white and gold invitation suite to perfectly pair with their vision. The standout details for this suite included a custom monogram and crest, as well as letterpress printing.
2. Classic Black and White Letterpress Invitations with a Venue Illustration
Jaimi and Ryan wanted to highlight their venue, Elstowe Manor at Elkins Estate, for their black tie wedding. We created classic black and white invitations that featured a line art venue illustration on the main invitation. Other standout details included letterpress printing and a custom monogram envelope liner.
Read all about Jaimi and Ryan’s custom wedding invitation experience with us.
3. Simple White and Gold Letterpress Invitations with a Navy Envelope
Olivia and Justin wanted to incorporate the whites and golds of their elegant Philadelphia venue: Ballroom at the Ben. We designed simple white and gold letterpress invitations with a pop of navy in the envelope. Letterpress invitations always set a luxurious tone.
4. Formal Gold Foil Press Wedding Invitations with a Pop of Blue
Rachel and Nick were dreaming of something unique for their formal wedding invitation suite. We used gold foil press printing to add some shine to the invitation card. We also highlighted their stunning Rhode Island venue, Glen Manor House, with a line art illustration envelope liner.
See more from Rachel and Nick’s colorful Portsmouth, Rhode Island wedding.
5. Timeless White and Gold Letterpress Invitations with a Venue Illustration
Leanne and Trevor also wanted to highlight Elkins Estate, for their black tie wedding in the grand ballroom at Elstowe Manor. They were looking for a formal wedding invitation suite with an old money aesthetic. We designed white and gold letterpress invitations prominently featuring their stunning venue in an envelope liner illustration. This is one of our most-loved designs by couples of all time.
See more from Leanne and Trevor’s stunning Elkins Estate wedding.
6. Minimalist Black and White Semi-Custom Invitations
Katherine and Andrew were dreaming of minimalist wedding invitations that would set the tone for their formal wedding at Elkins Estate. We designed a suite featuring both serif and sans serif fonts, as well as clean lines for a more modern touch. Luxury details like a silk ribbon, gold wax seal, and deep green envelope with fine art liner all elevated this suite even further. We loved this design so much that we also offer it as a semi-custom invitation suite. Explore all three of our semi-custom designs.
7. Elegant Neutral Invitations with a Monogram Invitation Liner
Fabiola and Rafi were looking for elegant, neutral invitations for their California country club wedding at Silver Creek Valley Country Club. We designed soft white and tan invitations featuring a custom monogram in the envelope liner. An elegant silk ribbon tied the suite together with a touch of luxury.
We’ve rounded up even more of our favorite wedding envelope liner ideas to impress your guests.
8. Navy Wedding Invitations with Floral Watercolor Art
Yasaman and Sean were looking for formal invitations with a touch of romance for their San Francisco wedding at the Palace Hotel. They opted for one of our semi-custom designs: The Caroline. They customized The Caroline to perfectly fit their aesthetic. White and navy script font, a floral crest, and a navy envelope with fine art floral envelope liner were all standout features of their suite.
Learn all about the differences between custom and semi-custom invitations.
9. Neutral Letterpress Invitations with a Blind Embossed Monogram
Lauren and Blake wanted wedding invitations that matched the level of care they put into every detail of their elegant Dallas, Texas wedding. We designed a suite with luxury you could feel. These formal invitations not only featured letterpress printing, but also a blind embossed monogram on the main invitation. To top it all off, a letterpress “Dinner and Dancing” card featured a line art illustration of their venue: Arlington Hall at Turtle Creek.
See more from Lauren and Blake’s classic wedding in Dallas.
10. Formal Gold Letterpress Wedding Invitations with a Pop of Teal
Michaela and Daniel were drawn to formal invitations for their Peru wedding, but also wanted to include some color. We designed a white and gold letterpress invitation that prominently featured their names in beautiful script font. When guests opened the envelope, they were greeted by a line art illustration of the ceremony venue. A teal RSVP card added a fun pop of color, and silk ribbon with a gold wax seal tied everything together luxuriously.
Start Designing Your Own Formal Wedding Invitation Suite
Every couple we work with has a unique story to tell, and designing their formal wedding invitation suites is always an honor. No matter which design style you’re drawn to, we’d love to help you bring your vision to life. If one of these suites caught your eye or sparked a new idea, contact us to start the design process. We can’t wait to create something timeless and beautiful for your day.
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