3 things you might not have considered for your on-the-day stationery.

October 25, 2022 In Ivory Inspiration, Latest Posts, Vendor Vibes By Jo Betz

3 things you might not have considered for your on-the-day stationery.

We’re always on the hunt for hints, tips and tricks when it comes to things you may not have considered when it comes to planning your wedding. With endless to-do lists and stolen focus, it’s easy to forget that the small details play a huge role in the day’s overall look and feel.

Wedding stationery, while a crucial element of your day, can at times be giving less attention than it’s larger planning list counterparts, but thankfully we have the talent of local stationer Natalie Reidy of A Tactile Perception who has lent her expertise and thoughts with us. Natalie has shared here the three things you might not have thought about when it comes to your on-the-day stationery.

Tick another item off your list – your stationery suite is going places.

When you come to plan your wedding stationery, you may feel a little unsure about what you will need beyond wedding invitations themselves. There is actually a whole range of options and tricks that might suit your big day when it comes to on-the-day stationery needs. Each on-the-day stationery element adds another layer to the special details in the styling of your event.

Let’s go over three things that you might not have considered when it comes to stationery for your ceremony and reception.

You need more stationery than you think.

I was recently on a call with a client, and after discussing all the items she was planning to order, she mentioned something about her ceremony that caught my attention. I asked her if she needed order of service cards or booklets, and it suddenly dawned on her that she had forgotten to ask about these. It’s easy to forget some things when you have a whole wedding to plan! There are many choices when it comes to on-the-day stationery, each relevant for a different type of wedding, and it’s important to allocate space in your budget accordingly.

Some items you might like to consider are:

Place cards and menus
Table seating chart
Welcome sign
Way-finding signage
Bar signage
Signage for wishing well or guest book
Order of service cards or booklets
Vow cards
Bomboniere tags
Personalised notes to guests
Decals for flooring or bars
Table numbers

Having a second event, like a next-day brunch? Don’t forget to include stationery for this as well. It’s important to ask your stationer about all these options from the beginning, so that the items can be designed as a suite. This will ensure everything is cohesive, and carry that beautiful styling throughout the event.

Combine your place cards and menus

This is becoming more and more popular, and for good reason! Adding menu information to the place card for each guest is both practical, and creates a hero piece for the centre of the place setting. Put the place card on top of the menu, or place them both into a little pocket to add intrigue when the guests arrive at their seat. There are so many creative options here, so speak to your stationer about what you’d like to achieve.

Image: This menu and place card by A Tactile Perception are combined by sewing the sheets of card together, and finished with hand-torn edging.

Rethink your seating chart.

I know you’ve seen a table seating chart before. The wedding party table is at the top, with each table listed underneath by number, right? Well, there’s a better way to do it.

Imagine being a guest at your wedding, walking up to the reception area, and looking at the single table seating chart along with everyone else there. You’re peering at the text to find your name…table 1, no, table 2, no…you get the picture. To cut the confusion, I recommend to my couples to list names alphabetically, making it so much easier for guests to find their seat and then move on to give space to the next person.

The alphabetical table seating chart is definitely not a new concept, but I’d like to see it used so much more.

Image: This three-piece table seating chart by A Tactile Perception is dynamic, and presents the guest names in alphabetical order.

When it comes to stationery, we couldn’t recommend A Tactile Perception more highly. Not only does Natalie have all the know-how when it comes to wedding stationery but her designs are stunning, with impeccable quality to match.

If you’d like to secure her services for your own dream day, be sure to see more of her work and send an enquiry here.

CREDITS

Concept & Stationery: A Tactile Perception

Planning & Styling: Paradise Hunter

Photographer: Ada and Ivy

Videographer: Lunar Red Films

Venue: Potters Receptions

Celebrant: Megan Thompson

Bridalwear: Romeo Bastone Couture

Florals: Yarra Valley Blooms

Cake: Breearn Murray Cakes

Linens, Cutlery & Candle Holders: Cloth and Confetti Hire