COLLECTION GUIDE
Our Collection Guide will assist you with making your palette, paper & calligraphy selections for your Wedding Invitations, as well as viewing the various Embellishment options we have available.
Semi-Custom Process:
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Take a look at the Semi-Custom Suites below to choose the design which best compliments your style and complete the form to request your Proposal.
Once your inquiry is received, I’ll come back to you with a unique Quote Proposal for your stationery - ensuring this is reflective of your preferences and vision for your stationery!
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You can expect to receive your Quote Proposal within a few days. This will be sent to you via email and provides detailed pricing for your suite. We can adjust / tweak this as much as you need until you’re happy with the final outline!
Once this outline is approved, and your deposit is paid, your stationery is booked in our calendar! We’ll send you a wording/design questionnaire and once this is received we can get started on your designs. I’m available to help as much as you need, with both your wording and design / colour selections.
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You can expect to receive your life-like proof within 7 days of your project start date, which will display life-like visual of your entire suite, so you can proof & finalise your selections for your invitations.
Your order includes two complimentary revision rounds to ensure everything is perfect.
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Once you’re happy with your designs, these are finalised and production begins right away to bring all of your dream stationery details to life!
Production takes 5-6 weeks, depending on your print methods and selected Embellishments. Once complete, your suites are shipped out to you to mail out to your loved ones!
Card sizing
CARD styles
270gsm CUT EDGED
Our standard stock with a subtle eggshell surface, available in a range of colours (top)
540gsm CUT EDGED
Double thickness stock with a subtle eggshell surface texture, available in a range of colours (middle)
HANDMADE
Authentic handmade paper, fluffy naturally deckled edges on all sides. Available in off white, or other colours on request (bottom)
PRINTING methods
DIGITAL PRINT
The design is digitally printed onto the card. Great for medium-dark ink tones and works well on lighter coloured cards. Alternatively, white ink digital printing may be used on dark stocks. Available on our 270gsm Cut Edged Card.
*Soft Black Digital Print shown
LETTERPRESS PRINT
The design is 'pressed' into the card, leaving a deep impression which you can feel with your fingertips. Perfect for lighter coloured card-stocks, however works beautifully with both light and dark ink tones. Not available for metallic printing. Available on our 540gsm Cut Edged Card or Handmade Paper.
*Dark Grey Letterpress shown
FOIL PRINT
Similar to letterpress printing, as the design 'pressed' into the card using sheets of foil. Perfect for printing metallic tones, and works beautifully for both dark and light card-stocks. Available on our 540gsm Cut Edged Card or Handmade Paper.
*Gold Foil shown
INK COLoURS
Colours marked with a * are only available for Letterpress Printing | Gold, Copper, Rose gold & Silver are available for foil printing
ENVELOPE & Card COLoURS
Our wide range of euro-flap envelopes and cards can be mixed to create a palette cohesive with your wedding style
Handmade paper Colours
Custom CALLIGRAPHY
Select from one of our three signature calligraphy styles.
Each piece of calligraphy used within your suite is handwritten in your chosen style and digitised for use within your suite.
Monogram options
Choose from one of our pre-designed monogram/wreath options | For use in the Luminous Collection
Your selected Monogram will include your choice of 1-3 custom Calligraphy initials in the centre.
RIBBONS / TWINE
SILK RIBBON
Silk ribbons add a soft, romantic feel to your suite. Ribbon thickness is 0.6cm (other thickness and colours available on request).
Made of a light silk habotai and dyed in small batches from a unique blend of pigments to create subtle and complex shades, featuring soft delicate edges.
Velvet Ribbon colours
Velvet Ribbons add luxury and depth to your suite. Ribbon thickness is 0.6cm (other colours available on request).
Finest Twine
Our Finest Twine is imported from Europe and adds a delicate, organic, old world charm to any suite.
Wax seals
colour options
design options
Envelope Liner & Vellum Options
Envelope Liners and printed Vellum Wraps are the perfect way to add colour and personality to your suite! Click right to view the Vellum for each.
Envelope Liners include complimentary assembly and are full length designs for your envelope inner.
Vellum Wraps combine all the pieces of your suite into one beautiful package. The sheerness of it allows the contents of your suite to 'peek' through. Beautiful as a stand alone Embellishment, or perfectly paired with Twine, Ribbon & Wax Seals.
Frequently Asked Questions:
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In most instances, Invitations suites are sent to guests 3-4 months prior to the wedding day. If you are hosting a destination wedding, or won’t be sending a seperate Save the Date, you may like to consider adding an additional 2-4 months to this timeline.
Based on approx. 8 weeks production timeline + shipping, I suggest the following based on your wedding month:
January Wedding: Start production in July | Mail in September
February Wedding: Start production in August | Mail in October
March Wedding: Start production in September | Mail in November
April Wedding: Start production in October | Mail in December
May Wedding: Start production in November | Mail in January
June Wedding: Start production in December | Mail in February
July Wedding: Start production in January | Mail in March
August Wedding: Start production in February | Mail in April
September Wedding: Start production in March | Mail in May
October Wedding: Start production in April | Mail in June
November Wedding: Start production in May | Mail in July
December Wedding: Start production in June | Mail in August
Adjust above guide based on your requirements. We are happy to book up to 6 months ahead of your start date, get in touch ASAP to secure your spot.
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You’ll require one suite per household / couple - rather than one suite per guest.
I recommend adding a minimum of 10% spare suites to your order to account for any last minute guest ist changes & to allow keepsakes for you to keep and for photographs.
Our Semi-Custom Collection is available in increments of x10. We cannot decrease the quantity once your order has been placed. Should you wish to increase your quantity, this is possible up until designs are approved for Production.
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For Semi-Custom Suites, designing and proofing generally takes 2 - 2.5 weeks. Once approved, production takes 4-6 weeks depending on the printing methods and Embellishments selected. Shipping time is additional.
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This will depend on our availability, please reach out to discuss. Rush fee's may apply based on your timeframes.
Note please: Rush orders are not actually rushed, but rather brought forward in the queue.
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For specific requests, we’re happy to add these to your Proposal.
If you are wanting to visualise a range of ideas and unique concepts, feel free to complete a Custom Inquiry Form.
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With no shortage of options, we realise there is a lot to choose from when it comes to making the selections for your suite, and it can feel a little overwhelming! Rest assured, I'm here to support you every step of the way and make the selection process as smooth and enjoyable as possible!
As part of your experience, you'll receive realistic proofs so you can see everything come together before giving final approval — I'm also happy to include a couple of complimentary colour variations in your proof to help you visualise and confirm your selections.
Be sure to include your Pinterest / moodboard or any reference images, when submitting your Proposal Request or inquiry! That way I can suggest the best options to bring your vision to life!
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A wedding website is a great option if you’re planning to collect RSVPs online or hosting a destination or multi-day celebration with lots of important details to share with guests.
Many of our couples have chosen platforms like Squarespace, The Knot, With Joy, Zola, and Say I Do to create their sites.
If you’d prefer us to take care of the design for you, just mention it in your Proposal Request — we’d be happy to provide a custom quote for this service.
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If you’d prefer a QR code instead of a website link, we can easily include it on your Details Card / Details Booklets.
Just be sure to provide the QR code as a high-resolution JPG or PDF when you submit your wording content.
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Two complimentary proofing rounds are included within your order to assist you in visualising and finalising the details of your invitation suite.
In the instance extra proofing rounds are required, the additional re-proof rate is $250.00 NZD ($150 USD). If only a small edit is required, this may be waived, however would be at the discretion of MMC.
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Assembly is an optional service which most of our couples opt to include, meaning you’ll receive your suite right ready for mailing to your guests!
We have a one off cost for this, which covers any Embellishment added to your suite, including bundling, tying ribbons, securing liners, sealing envelopes, wax seals, etc!
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We take great care in packaging your order to ensure it arrives safely and in perfect condition.
International orders are shipped via DHL Express, with an estimated delivery time of 4–6 business days.
Orders within New Zealand are sent via NZ Couriers, typically arriving within 1–2 business days.
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Yes, we can create corresponding Day Of stationery, including Place-Cards, Escort Cards, Menus, Table Numbers, Programs, Signage, etc.
We are small studio so suggest arranging your Wedding Day Stationery booking early to avoid disappointment.