Foil Wedding Invitations That Bring the Shine

Invitations are the very first piece of your wedding that guests see, so it's important that you use them to capture the essence of your wedding style. If you're looking to convey elegance and glamour, foil wedding invitations are just what you need. There are many different ways to incorporate foil on your wedding invitations, from a delicate border or a calligraphy-inspired script to a foil-stamped wedding invitation that really wows guests when they open their mail. We've rounded up a few of our favorite options—all of which can be found on The Knot Invitations. We've also rounded up a few other places where you can buy them, reveal if you can DIY them, and touch on the cost of these beautiful invitations. Then, head to The Knot Vendor Marketplace to find the vendors you need to execute the rest of your wedding vision.

In this article: What Are Foil-Pressed Wedding Invitations? | Foil Wedding Invitation Ideas | Where to Buy Foil Wedding Invitations | Can You DIY Foil Wedding Invitations? | Cost of Foil Wedding Invitations

What Are Foil-Pressed Wedding Invitations?

Foil-pressed wedding invitations are invitations that have been printed with a metallic foil material ranging from yellow gold to silver to rose gold. There's a reflective shine and a slight indentation in the invitation that comes with this approach to printing, giving it a luxe and glam finish. This unique wedding stationery idea can either be printed traditionally with heat or pressure or digitally.

Foil Wedding Invitation Ideas

Wondering where to buy the best wedding invites? The Knot Invitations is a great place to find the perfect invitation suite. They also all have a matching wedding website on The Knot, so you can achieve a cohesive look.

We Do Foil Wedding Invitations

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The ribbon of cursive font in metallic foil makes a bold yet elegant statement right at the top of the wedding invitation. Choose from three foil colors, six paper types and 10 design colors.

Storybook Filigree Wedding Invitations

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For a foil-pressed wedding invitation that's a little less subtle, opt for this one, which outlines the details of your wedding day with opulent designs. We specifically love the gold and mauve color combination.

Starry Photo Foil Wedding Invitations

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These foil-stamped wedding invitations include a starry detail that takes your romantic engagement photos to the next level. Setting it against a black-and-white background makes it shine even more.

Be Our Guest Wedding Invitations

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If fairy-tale love is your vibe, then you'll fall in love with this foil print wedding invitation. The shimmering stardust surrounding your wedding day details adds a magical touch. Choose from three foil colors and six design colors.

Floral Frame Wedding Invitations

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Consider a simple foil accent bordering your wedding day information. It adds a hint of glamour and elegance without being overbearing. Add art deco details and floral motifs for the ultimate romantic wedding invitation.

Gilded Photo Wedding Invitations

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"The Wedding of" gilded foil lettering floats in a romantic calligraphy-inspired front across the width of the invitation. That, in combination with a photo of the happy couple, sets the tone for a beautiful and heartfelt day to come.

Where to Buy Foil Wedding Invitations

If you're sold on the foil wedding invitation trend, you might be wondering, "Where can I buy them?" There are a number of spots to choose from that provide a wide array of options. If you need help deciding what to pick or where to source your invites, consult your wedding planner or local stationer. They're always willing to help and are there to bounce ideas off of.

• The Knot Invitations: You don't have to go far to find the foil-pressed invitations that you want. With more than 3,000 options to choose from in dozens of styles, fonts and prices, your biggest problem is choosing only one. You can filter by trim shapes, design style, color theme, season and price to help make your decision that much easier. The best part? Every invitation comes with a matching wedding website on The Knot Wedding Websites.
• Etsy: This list wouldn't be complete without Etsy. The independent maker marketplace is full of stationers, calligraphers and vendors whose shops are filled with premade designs and templates or vendors who can work on something totally custom with you. Supporting local artisans while planning your wedding? That's a win-win.
• Minted: Minted is another one-stop shop for all of your invitation needs. You can shop by styles like classic and formal, botanical, vintage and more. You can also filter by printing type, venue, format and shape, depending on what matters most to you. All the invites are also created by individual designers committed to their craft.

Can You DIY Foil Wedding Invitations?

DIY foil wedding invitations aren't something that's recommended. It's a honed skill, and it's best left up to the pros. Want more information? Check out our DIY advice for weddings to see if it makes sense for you. If you have specific requests or customizations you want to make, The Knot Invitations is a great place to get gold foil wedding invitations or other metallic designs. With their personalization tool, you can make adjustments to the font sizes, adjust the background, add or remove shapes, add a QR code or add an image. So even when you leave it to the pros to handle, you'll get a say in every step of the creation process.

Cost of Foil Wedding Invitations

When it comes to the cost of foil wedding invitations, it depends on how the invitation itself is made, how many you order and the type of cardstock you use. For instance, foil-pressed invitations are made using a heated metal die to press the foil onto the paper, which requires more time and effort. However, getting them digitally made results in more affordable wedding invites. If you use foil as an accent versus having it as a major focal point on the invitation, that would also affect the cost.

Not sure about the cost of wedding invites in your marrying location? Visit The Knot Budget Advisor to learn about invite pricing and factor it into your budget.