OUR PROCESS
5 steps to creating your dream stationery, working with real humans to fully guide you and personalize your suite with limitless options.
1. SELECT YOUR DESIGN
Explore our curated collection and find the perfect match for your aesthetic and event. From Save-the-Dates to On-the-Day Stationery, our suites are designed to create a cohesive and memorable experience for you & your guests. We recommend ordering a sample pack before placing your order.
- Select the design you like, choose your preferred quantity, printing style, paper ply, and color palette for each card and add to cart.
- The price will adjust accordingly based on your selections.
- Repeat this process for each card or item needed to complete your suite (see 'What Is A "Suite?"' details below)
Not seeing a design that is the one? Submit a custom inquiry.
2. ADD ACCENT ART
Once you select your design and pieces, you can choose to personalize your suite with Accent Artwork. Browse our wide array of original art to bring your suite to life.
The accent artwork was designed to coordinate with any suite design, so feel free to mix and match until your heart is content.
Not seeing a design that fits your vibe? Visit our a from scratch page for custom artwork + upgrades to add on to any suite.
3. ADD FINISHING TOUCHES
Upgrade your suite with Finishing Touches such as envelope liners, wax seals, ribbons, vellum, and more.
4. LET'S CHAT (optional)
After you checkout, keep an eye on your inbox so we can get started adding your custom text + ideas to your proofs!
Wanting a quick chat to talk through your selections with our paper expert, or ask any questions? Schedule a complimentary Virtual Q+A.
5. DESIGN, PRINT, SHIP
- Once you say "i do" to us, we'll email you a Details Document to gather wording + details.
- We’ll use the information you provide to customize + create your digital proofs and email them to you for your review.
- You’ll quickly see your design & selections turn into your dream stationery.
- We'll get to work producing your stationery once we have final approval from you.
- Your order will be will packaged & shipped according to your personalized timeline.
WHAT IS A "SUITE"?
All the pieces + parts of your stationery— save the dates, invitation cards, details cards, response cards, on-the-day stationery items and the corresponding envelopes.
ANATOMY OF A WEDDING SUITE
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SAVE THE DATE CARD + ENVELOPE
SAVE THE DATESprovides your guests with your wedding info so they can plan ahead and hold your date on their calendars
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INVITATION CARD + ENVELOPE
INVITATIONSinvites your guests to your ceremony or event; generally the most formal of all cards in your suite.
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DETAILS CARD
DETAILS CARDSthe "catch all" card for all information other than the ceremony. accomodations, parking/shuttle info, wedding website, attire, & more. can be used to give RSVP info for online response collecting.
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RSVP CARD + ENVELOPE
RESPONSE CARDSthe reply card that your guests fill in and mail back to you; this card can be omitted for online RSVPs.
WHEN TO ORDER
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SAVE THE DATES
ORDER 9-12 months in advance
MAIL 4-12 months in advance
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INVITATIONS
ORDER 6-12 months in advance
MAIL 6-12 weeks in advance
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THANK YOUS
ORDER when you order other stationery
MAIL 3-12 months after the big day
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ON THE DAY
ORDER 2-3 months in advance
FINALIZE 2-3 weeks in advance
PRINT STYLE OPTIONS
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DIGITAL PRINTING
Our standard selection (aka 'flat printing."). We partner with high-quality printers for crisp, vibrant and beautifully printed designs.
(print time is 2 weeks once artwork is approved)
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LETTERPRESS
LETTERPRESSA printing plate is pressed onto each sheet with or without ink to create an indented design that can be seen and felt with the fingertips.
(print time is 4-6 weeks once artwork is approved)
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FOIL STAMPING
FOIL STAMPINGMetallic or holographic foil is heat pressed into your cards, creating a precious metal-like indented impression.
(print time is 4-6 weeks once artwork is approved)
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WHITE INK
WHITE INKWhite ink is an elevated choice for digital printing — for when we print directly on dark colored envelopes or cardstock.
(print time is 2-3 weeks once artwork is approved)
PAPER OPTIONS
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SINGLE-PLY
120# cardstock— our standards are high and so is the quality of our standard paper. clean, smooth, printed crispyly, lightly textured and thicker than a standard greeting card.
best for any print style.
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DOUBLE-PLY
DOUBLE-PLY PAPERsame paper as our standard single-ply, but double thick.
best for foil or digital printing.
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LUXE
Luxe paperElevate your suite with cotton paper. It is soft with a pillowy texture— perfect to highlight a letterpress or foil stamped impression. Single or double-ply luxe available.
best for letterpress printing.
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HANDMADE
HANDMADE PAPERPaper crafted using traditional methods from natural fibers like cotton or hemp. The result is a unique, textured paper that is soft and durable with deckled edges. Available in several colors.
best for letterpress, foil, or digital printing.
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VELLUM
VELLUMA sheer, translucent paper that can be used as an additional overlay layer, wrapped around a stack of cards, or used as a finishing element on a menu or card stack.
best for digital, foil, or white ink printing. cannot letterpress on vellum.
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TEXT WEIGHT
About the thickness of a nice sheet of loose-leaf; typically only used for envelope liners and belly bands.
best for digital printing.
COLOR CUSTOMIZATIONS
Color is one of the most powerful tools in setting the tone for your wedding day.
It can create a specific mood, from romantic and elegant with soft pastels to energetic and fun with bright pops of color. By considering your wedding theme, venue, and desired atmosphere, you can choose a color palette that reflects your personalities and gives guests a delightful first glimpse of your special day.
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COLOR STORY
VIEW OUR COLOR STORIESEach and every order placed through Rose Gold Studio is color-customizable. Our experts have pre-designed a few Color Stories that showcase a variety of palettes ranging from timeless to trendy.
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CUSTOM COLOR
Not seeing a Color Story palette that fits what you are envisioning? No prob.
We can custom color any Collection suite, Save-the-Date, and Day-of Stationery. Just describe your palette in the checkout notes!
MONOCHROMATIC vs VARYING CARD COLOR
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MONOCHROMATIC COLORING
You have the choice of your suite cards all being the same color (any color paper, any color printing..) ....or.....
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VARYING CARD COLORS
we'll mix + match the cards and envelopes from the colors of your palette. We'll ask this question as one of the next steps after you place your order— no need to decide before checking out!
HELPFUL RESOURCES
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SAMPLE PACK
order a sample packWanting to see + feel our papers, paper plys, print colors, and envelope colors IRL?
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SCHEDULE A Q+A CALL
schedule a callWanting to ask questions or chat through the cart you've built before checking out? Schedule a complimentary call with our expert below.