Today’s beautiful real wedding is such a classic. Maggie and Ian both grew up and met in Vermont, so for their wedding day they wanted to give their friends and family a true Vermont experience. We worked with Maggie and Ian for their letterpress wedding invitations, which featured our
Deveril design on ivory paper in antique gold ink. Maggie shared some of the details behind their beautiful wedding day and some advice for brides-to-be — take a look!
When it came to the invitations, we wanted to select an ink that represented warmth, something that was reminiscent of sitting by a fire and one that would make our guests feel welcome. The ink and paper we chose were the perfect combination and truly set the stage for our December wedding. It was a traditional invitation, however, we put a different spin on some of the wording to make it uniquely our own. We could not have been more pleased with the finish product!
We chose the village of Dorset because we felt it would give our family and friends an authentic Vermont experience. As Dorset speaks for itself, we didn’t try to have a theme or follow a specific trend. We wanted our guests to experience the many things we love about Vermont, and the pristine village of Dorset embodies so many of those things: the nostalgia (especially during the Christmas season), white clapboard houses, the most perfect general store, Bed and Breakfasts, a historic Inn and the list goes on.
The entire Dorset Inn was booked with our guests for the weekend, as well as the surrounding B&B’s, so it was like everyone was home for the holidays — doors were open, people were coming and going, voices of family and friends echoed throughout the halls — it was so special.
It was important to us that our wedding have personal touches throughout and be a representation of us as a couple. Ian is an artist and created our ceremony programs. Our dogs, Roxie and Zoe served as our ring bearers & flower girls. My mom had her wedding dress from 1975 made into a jacket for me! We had a progressive cocktail party instead of a sit down dinner. As December conjures up the feelings of family and friends gathered together, we wanted our guests to “mix and mingle” the entire night through.
On Saturday morning, the day of the wedding, I was sitting in a chair in my room at the Dorset Inn, which overlooked the village green. Watching our guests mill about the village, coming and going from the general store, throwing the football. It was the best feeling to know all of your favorite people were together and in one place. I was so surprised at how fast it all went. Everyone tells you it goes by quickly, but it really does. Make sure to take it all in, step back and watch your family and friends talking, laughing, dancing. And eat. You will need it!
Many thanks to Maggie & Ian for sharing their special day with us!
Ceremony: The Dorset Church
Florist: Tara Pollio
Band: Sultans of Swing
Cake: Irene’s Cakes by Design
Dress: Camille Bridal Couture
Shoes: J.Crew
Groom’s attire: Jos. A. Bank
Honeymoon: The Cloister Sea Island, Georgia
We’re putting a new spin on our Design of the Month promotion: each month, instead of just one design going on sale we’ll put an entire collection on sale! For February, all designs by Lindsy Talarico will be on sale for 10% off, or 20% when you order 6 printed pieces or more. Save on wedding invitations, save the dates, social notes, and more! Lindsy’s designs are vintage and sweet, with a few modern invitations in her collection for good measure. Stay tuned for more inspiration from Lindsy + customizations of her designs through the rest of the month!
Have questions on how to customize, or need help with pricing? Please, be in touch!
The fine print: this offer is exclusive to designs by Lindsy Talarico and does not apply towards the purchase of other designs. Orders must be placed by 11:59pm EST on February 28, 2014 in order to receive this offer.
Dreaming of a luxe gold wedding filled with sparkling details? Consider our Ainsley design printed in both gold matte and gold shine foil. Throw on a strappy pair of glistening golden heels and dance the night away!
(Photo Credit: Style Me Pretty)
We’re thrilled to be sending a team to New York next week to host a trunk show with our friends at Judy Paulen Designs! Join us on Wednesday, February 5th to check out our brand new wedding invitations for 2014, enjoy complimentary makeovers, and enjoy wine & treats! Trunk show attendees can also take advantage of a special promotion – 25 free invitations when you order 75. Don’t miss out – RSVP today!
Make a dramatic decision by choosing black as the main color throughout your wedding. Our chalkboard-inspired Westley design looks sharp in crisp black letterpress ink. Choose flowers with personality like anemones and pair them with sleek black bridesmaid dresses for a bold, modern look.
(Photo Credit: Style Me Pretty)
Bella Figura 2014 has arrived! Take a look at our 60 new designs and new hand calligraphy styles, brand new for the 2014 wedding season. As always, we’ve got invitations for all types of events: vintage weddings, modern weddings, formal weddings, you name it! And all of our wedding invitations are completely customizable – change the inks, the fonts, and more to make a design your own. These new designs are available for purchase and will be on our website soon, but in the meantime take a look and contact us if you’d like to order samples!
If you love stationery and weddings, we’ve got a job for you! We’re looking for a full-time client coordinator to join the Bella Figura team. Email your cover letter, resume and salary history to work@bellafigura.com. We can’t wait to meet you!
Are you planning a timeless wedding with soft, romantic pastels, tea roses, and antiques for decor? Our gorgeous Roslyn Frame wedding invitation by Andrea Streeter would be the perfect choice for an elegant vintage wedding. Complete the look by displaying matching menus and fresh roses placed in vintage glass bottles on the tables.
(Photo Credit: Style Me Pretty)
There are row boats dressed with pink roses, swans gliding across the pond and an old time Studebaker parked outside this grand estate. Serene and dreamy, might be the words you would use to describe this nostalgic wedding.
ursula customization = ink: charcoal + pale gray | font: brandon + spencer | paper: white | invite size: f-8 | liner: dune pattern in whisper ink | original design by Aimee O’Boyle | customized by in-house designer Brenda Fox |
Photo Credits: Lisa O’Dwyer
Using Hot Pink letterpress ink, Gold Shine foil stamping and the Lana Streamers motif from our extensive (and free!) motif collection, Mara transformed our Simple Dot invitation design into a literal party on paper. What’s more fun than neon pink dots and shiny gold streamers? (The answer is nothing).
letterpress ink: hot pink | foil stamping: gold shine | paper: bella cotton 1-ply + 2-ply white | edge painting: day-glo | customization #: 17833 | Paperista
Its pretty hard not to smile when you see our Sweet Daisy invitation design – especially when printed in sunny Yolk and classic Pewter letterpress inks for Isabelle’s springtime Bat Mitzvah. The cheery, youthful yet sophisticated color palate carries through to the envelope liner – our ever popular Classic Chevron pattern in the same Yolk ink.
letterpress inks: yolk + pewter | fonts: futura + meadow | paper: bella cotton white 1-ply + 2-ply | edge painting: pewter | envelope: bella cotton white | liner: classic chevron pattern in yolk | customization #: 17420 | Mark Harris Stationers
Fun and fresh Bat Mitzvah invitations are limitless. A few modern and bright flashes of color help this customization bring it to the top!
Modern Starlight customization = inks: black + sea-side | fonts: futura + knockout + minimes | paper: white | invite size: SQ-7| liner: rustic woodstock in watermelon & black | original design by ditto paper | customized by in-house designer racheal bumbolo |
embellishment suggestions: edge in silver shine foil
(photo credits: bash please)
