Do or don’t: RSVP by email or telephone
APR 15I just got my invitations printed in Hong Kong for a ridiculously low cost (about $40) but I didn’t get response cards printed yet. My fiance and I have decided against mail response cards with postage, but instead will list my phone number, his phone number and our joint email address. We have several reasons [...]read more
Special Delivery
MAR 11As I write this, I’m in my home office in Ontario, but when it goes live on Wedding Obsession Monday, I’ll be sittin’ pretty by a pool in California. Woo hoo! This pasty Canadian girl is spending the weekend visiting friends and the super exciting Cream event in LA. Bring on the sunshine and palm [...]read more
Share The Love: Papertalk Press Free Shipping
NOV 19If you’ve been following along, I shared my Save The Dates a few weeks ago, by Papertalk Press. I love them for their modern and fresh designs. Now I’m ready to share the love with Wedding Obsession readers! Read on for more details and a free shipping code. Papertalk Press was founded in [...]read more
Save The Dates, Check!
OCT 22Our save the date cards are finally ready to go. Finally! I’ve had them for a few months but our guest list continued to grow and then I got totally sidetracked with work. (That seems to be a reoccurring theme in my posts here, doesn’t it?) Things are pretty well nailed down now and the [...]read more
Giveaway: $150 – Offbeat Invitations by Nellia Designs
OCT 19Just when you thought we had just one giveaway this week, we’ve planned yet another. Today we’re giving away a $150 gift certificate towards wedding invitation products from Offbeat Invitations by Nellia Designs, based out of Regina, Saskatchewan. We’ve featured Nell’s designs before and she keeps coming up with so many new ideas which I [...]read more
A Peek at the New Payprus Store in Calgary
JUN 27Papyrus recently opened a flagship store in Chinook Center Mall, Calgary so I asked Shannon of Shannon Yau Photography to attend their media opening for me. Not only do we get to see it through the eyes of a photographer, but also as an engaged bride as Shannon’s currently planning her own wedding. Thanks, Shannon! [...]read more
Quirky + Fun Modern Wedding Website
JUN 20I have yet to share a modern wedding website, why not make today THE day? I am absolutely in awe of this bride + groom’s website which was used as an invitation for guests. It’s totally unique, kind of quirky and utterly charming. You can see the entire site for yourself here. source: behanceread more
Cherry Blossom Love in Vancouver
JUN 13We’ve got some pretty inspiration from a collection of talented vendors in beautiful Vancouver, BC. Captured by Denise Lin Photography and designed by Trousso Thé, this love session photoshoot took advantage of the cherry blossoms in full bloom. It’s full of vintage inspired gold and pink goodness. Enjoy! Our photo shoot was shot mid-April and [...]read more
Gold Confetti Calligraphy Invites on Navy
JUN 08Happy Friday! I recently came across some invites from plura belle calligraphy and knew I had to share them with you. I love how fun and decidedly chic they are in gold and navy, another one of my past favorite color combinations. I adore the confetti-like details, whimsical calligraphy and the touch of pinks and [...]read more
DIY Silhouette – 4 Project Series
MAY 29Today Tara Whittaker, a Calgary photographer and craft extraordinaire, shares with us a trend that we still love to this day, silhouettes. You can use them for vintage and modern weddings alike. For the next 3 days, we’ll be sharing some of Tara’s do-it-yourself (DIY) projects, starting with how to create the silhouette itself. I’m [...]read more
Modern Seating Chart
MAY 07Check out this seating chart where the couple used an accent wall at their modern wedding venue (Science Center in Montreal) as their backdrop. The seating cards were attached to long strips of satin ribbon which were fastened at the top and bottom. Don’t be afraid to use existing structures on in a space, whether [...]read more
Colour Palette No. 13: Coral + Teal
MAY 02Aside from the combination of orange & grey, one other palette that I’m really loving right now is coral + teal. I recently bought nail polish in soft teal and I’ve been seeing it EVERYWHERE. I often refer to it as “retro-blue” although you can really see some of the green in the color. Coral’s [...]read more
Introducing Nellia Designs / Sponsor
MAY 02I’m excited to introduce our newest sponsor, Nellia Designs based out of Regina, Saskatchewan. Nellia makes bespoke wedding stationery. We are a boutique invitation studio that offers style-savvy customers contemporary handmade wedding invitations and unique save the dates, and personalized stationery. We offer chic invitations to brides of every style, personality, and budget. Below is [...]read more
Latest Obsession: 3D Wedding Invites
APR 04I love when brides/grooms add a bit of innovation to their wedding invites. Here’s a couple that have something in common, they literally pop off the page. If it’s something you’re a bit weary about, you can also consider doing this for your save-the-dates which always have room for a little fun. Do you like? [...]read more
Latest Obsession: Modern + Fun Wedding Placemats
MAR 21Weddings sometimes are just too uptight, don’t you think? So when I came across this super fun and rad wedding placemat, it seriously put a smile on my face. Who wouldn’t want to be greeted with this modern piece upon arriving at their table? // images: Mark Caneso & Tiffany Gosden via FPOread more
10 Favorite Modern Save the Dates
MAR 09Save-the-date cards are like the decor of powder rooms. They’re small enough that it’s OK to take risks and make a bold statement. I know, a weird analogy and you can tell home design is on my mind! But it’s true that you shouldn’t take them too seriously. They can either be in line with [...]read more
New York Skyline Wedding Invite
FEB 08Happy Wednesday blogettes! I’ve recently connected with James and Vinti of OOXX who specialize in bespoke, one-of-a-kind wedding stationery. They recently sent over an urban invitation set that I know you’re going to absolutely adore. with it’s modern skyline and subway map details? The stark contrast between the red and white makes the skyline look [...]read more
Silver Winter Wedding Inspiration
JAN 31Today’s photoshoot is really what started this winter week idea off. And it’s PRETTY…all kinds of pretty. The color palette is shades of silver & charcoal paired with white. This muted colour scheme is just perfect for a winter wedding. Julianne of A Modern Proposal teamed up with ENV Photography (our newest sponsor) to create [...]read more
Keep Calm and Be Married + Weekly Wrap-Up
JAN 20Happy Friday y’all :) Thought I would share another sweet wedding invitation that will absolutely knock your socks off. Any tea drinkers? // source: behance.net LOVELIES you might have missed this week: ♥ A look at some of the booths at the wedluxe show ♥ Some utterly modern wedding cakes ♥ Chair detail ideas. So [...]read more
Wedding Stationery Tips for the Newly Engaged
JAN 04Congrats to the newly engaged! I know there’s many of you! Jenelle of PinkPolka Wedding Design‘s joining us today to share some wedding stationery tips and timelines so you’re ready for your big day. This is a post you’ll want to bookmark! xoxo, Melissa The new year is upon us, and that means all of [...]read more
Stationery Find: Minimalist Miniature Band Posters
DEC 09Came across these ridiculously awesome invitations by Ketchup Mustard and just had to share it with you. Aesthetically it’s just perfect in my books – modern, minimalist and the record is tied in throughout the design. The clients who are both architects both love dark music and minimalism so these minature band poster wedding invitations [...]read more
Best Free Wedding Fonts
DEC 05I am a self-labelled typography nut. When it came down to creating my own wedding invitations, programs and other stationery, I literally spent days scrounging the internet for the perfect font. Specifically, I was looking for one that would be modern/contemporary, but still pretty and frilly enough because it was a wedding. The fact is, [...]read more
Real Wedding Stationery: Sweet Yellow Wedding
NOV 22Matilda (Christa’s cousin) and Justine of The Paper Whale, designed the invitations and other stationery with the overall theme of peonies. Christa shared a couple snapshots of her invites so they might inspire you for your own weddings. Well done! xoxo, Melissa To love and be loved is to feel the sun from both sides. [...]read more
Weekly Wrap-Up & Storybook Wedding Invitation
OCT 20Hello and happy Friday! I’m working oh-so-hard to get the gallery ready for you by the end of the month. Are you excited? It will include a selection of images from all our real weddings and photoshoots, including images that did not make the original post. Often at times, there are just too many details [...]read more
Vibrant and Exotic Detailed Inspiration Shoot in Edmonton
SEP 01Oh you are definitely in for treat today! I am so thrilled to finally get the chance to share this amazing photoshoot with you. It’s a step away from the frilly and fluffy wedding inspiration shoots that I normally feature and that’s definitely one to get excited over. It’s rustic but with plenty of modern [...]read more
How to Choose Your Menu Display
AUG 29Oh the dreaded wedding check-list. Right? It just always seems like the list never ends as the wedding creeps closer and closer. Have you thought about your wedding menus? If you’re like me, you’ve carefully chosen what you will be serving your guests during the reception and there’s NO WAY you’re ignoring another stationery element [...]read more
A Modern Spin to a Western Invitation
AUG 15When I come across invites that make me think “wow, that’s just clever”, I know I have to share it with you. Check out this minted invitation set called “stache + kiss”! They’re totally quirky and a nice modern spin to a western “most wanted” poster. I just love the return label! And the clever [...]read more
Weekly Wrap-Up
AUG 12Sorry for the late wrap-up this week! Wow, it’s been a busy week. I’m trying to post twice a day now. I do hope you enjoy it and come by to see what inspiration I have in store for you. I thought I’d share a cute idea for your wedding reception tables from La Belle [...]read more
Latest Obsession: Stitched Invites
AUG 02I love the charm stitching adds to any stationery item. It’s unexpected and can make a statement if used in contrasting colour. 1. colored stitch lines on this rsvp card/invitation { beast pieces } 2. stitched border around an image on these save-the-dates { under consideration } 3. yellow stitched detail over ribbon { paper [...]read more
