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Updated Apr 28, 2026What to Know About Adding Vintage Stamps to Your Invites
Give these stamps a second life for your wedding.
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It's nearly time to send out your wedding invitations, but they feel like they're missing something, don't they? One way to really jazz up your envelopes is with vintage stamps. Sure, you may think wedding stamps are an afterthought, but every little touch ends up creating a one-of-a-kind look that guests will love. Besides, it's always a fun day when a wedding invite comes in the mail, so why not add some extra sparkle? We even spoke with Becky Smithbury, a wedding stationery designer of Hawthorne and Ivory, who gave us all the tips you need to make your vintage wedding postage really pop. Here's a deeper look at everything you need to know about vintage stamps and how they can elevate your envelopes to the next level.
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Can You Use Vintage Stamps on Wedding Invitations?
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Floral design: Kaleidoscope
In short, yes, you absolutely can use vintage postage stamps for your wedding invites. Vintage stamps are a fun vintage wedding idea that brings a classic look and that extra personal touch to snail mail.
Many forever stamps won't affect the cost of postage, and it's important to be mindful of older stamps that are only a few cents, since you may need more stamps to offset the cost. Make sure you're aware of how to mail wedding invitations, especially with the stamp value of vintage options. You can check the current cost of mailing a letter (and stay up to date on current info, like how stamp prices are changing in July 2025). Typically, the cost of a letter is per one ounce, so ensure that any size differences or embellishments on the envelope (like a wax seal) don't affect the cost.
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And if you end up with more stamps than you know what to do with, don't worry. Vintage stamps can also be used on your enclosed RSVP cards. Consider putting a few into the envelope so guests can send back their RSVPs in a fun way.
How to Buy Vintage Mailing Stamps
When buying vintage stamps for United States postage, there are a few things to consider. This is one of the more exciting wedding invitation trends that gives vintage postage a new life, and you get to craft a unique motif for your invitations. You can choose between stamp sheets or booklets, with both often offering around 10–20 stamps each.
Our stationery expert, Smithbury, adds, "Once you've found the stamps that make you swoon… be sure to only buy unused ones so that they're still valid for postage." You'll find plenty of used stamps online, mostly as collectors' items, so triple-check that the stamps you find are valid for postage before purchasing. This is one of the many common wedding invitation mistakes you'll want to avoid.
Since custom postage stamps have been discontinued, vintage stamps are a great way to personalize your wedding postage. Many sellers offer bundles that come in different styles, colors, themes or years. But you can also find intact sheets in one style if you want a more cohesive look.
Where to Buy Vintage Stamps for Wedding Invitations
Finding the right vintage mailing stamps to match your wedding colors or aesthetic should be easy, right? Whether you're working with a wedding stationery designer or not, finding the right stamps for your invitation suite is all about color or theme coordination. Here are some of our favorite spots to find the right vintage look for the corner of your envelope.
Etsy
To support small businesses, Etsy is the way to go. This online marketplace has plenty of offerings, from vintage floral stamps to vintage love stamps and more. You can even find surprise bundles of old stamps in certain colors and styles, perfect for an aesthetically pleasing blend that gives the old-timey feel.
Minted
Did you know that Minted offers postage stamps, too? You can find a wide variety of classic and rare stamps, and you can even sort by colors like black vintage stamps, romantic pink hues or any other shade to match your wedding color palette. They have plenty of styles, from butterflies to beachy scenes.
eBay
Collectors love eBay, so there's no shortage of rare, authentic vintage stamps to choose from on this site. Search by phrases like vintage floral postage booklet, vintage animal postage stamps or vintage landmarks postage stamps as a start. Just ensure the ones you snag are unused (which you can also filter by using the search bar).
Edelweiss Post
Edelweiss Post is a site specifically for vintage stamps on wedding invitations, which offers options for forever stamps that help with postage prices. They have tons of search filters for any type of wedding, like fruit and food, space and sci-fi and love stamps.
Amazon
Amazon has it all, including vintage postage stamps that'll perfectly elevate your wedding invites. Though their selection isn't as exhaustive as some of these other sites, it's worth checking out their offerings. Just be sure to double-check that what you're buying is actual stamps and not stamp-style stickers.
Little Postage House
Here's a new favorite: Little Postage House. This website has a wide array of stamps to search from, including nature and animals, cities and states and even Valentine's Day. You can mix and match sets for a theme or color palette, as well.
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Need some ideas for your vintage postage stamps for wedding invitations? Smithbury says, "There are SO many beautiful options for vintage postage stamp designs, and it can be tough to know where to start. A good jumping off point is to think about things like the types of flowers your florist will be using and the colors in your wedding party outfits." So here is some inspiration to help give you an idea about your invitation postage.
Puppy Love Stamps
Photo: Sonora Stamp Shop
This one's for the animal lovers who can't help but pet the dog they see out on their date nights. These vintage-style dog stamps are an adorable option, especially if you can match the breeds to your guests' own pets.
Number of stamps: 40 | Individual stamp value: ¢20
Vintage Floral Postage Stamps
Photo: Amazon
Incorporating some of your wedding flowers into your postage is fun with these retro-style seed packet stamps. You get 10 different flowers in this bunch, and these Forever stamps are valid for any one-ounce envelope.
Number of stamps: 20 | Individual stamp value: Forever
Heart-Shaped Lace Stamps
Photo: Edelweiss Post
Here's a classic look, reminiscent of Valentine's chocolate boxes or maybe even the lace of your wedding dress. You can't go wrong with a classic heart and roses, and they fit any wedding aesthetic.
Number of stamps: 10 | Individual stamp value: ¢33
Beach Wedding Vintage Stamps
Photo: Minted
Planning a sandy ceremony or destination wedding? Then these vintage beach scenes are the perfect addition to your invites, complete with a blue color palette to remind you of the sea.
Number of stamps: 15 | Individual stamp value: Various
Tropical Flower Postage Stamps
Photo: eBay
If you're adding tropical flowers to your bouquet, give your guests a little Easter egg in the form of these stamps. This bundle of four different tropical flowers is also great for any oceanside wedding.
Number of stamps: 20 | Individual stamp value: ¢33
Love Vintage Wedding Stamps
Photo: Going Postal Stamps
Keep it simple and oh-so-sweet with these l-o-v-e stamps in a floral design. Since these were originally issued in 1982, this could be a special nod to your parents' wedding anniversary, too.
Number of stamps: 10 | Individual stamp value: ¢20
Shakespeare in Love Stamps
Photo: Edelweiss Post
Shakespeare, the ultimate romantic wordsmith, makes a wonderful choice for any book lover or theatre kid at heart. And the gold color adds a nice pop to any white or black envelope.
Number of stamps: 10 | Individual stamp value: ¢5
California Dreamin' Stamps
Photo: Minted
Add some love for your home state with your vintage wedding stamps. You can even give guests a hint about your wedding location with the stamps, so be sure to search by your state or city.
Number of stamps: 50 | Individual stamp value: Various
Trees Vintage Wedding Postage
Photo: eBay
If your home is full of plants and foliage, then how about some vintage stamps that show off your green thumb? These bonsai designs are also perfect to show how strong your love is.
Number of stamps: 20 | Individual stamp value: Forever
Movie Lovers Vintage Stamps
Photo: Little Postage House
If you're most likely to be found at the movies, these old-timey motion-picture stamps are a must. Pair these with other movie-style stamps to share your love of the cinema.
Number of stamps: 10 | Individual stamp value: ¢3
King and Queen of Hearts Stamps
Photo: eBay
For the glamorous couple about to say, "I do," who better to represent you than the king and queen of hearts? Plus, you're halfway to a royal flush with these cards.
Number of stamps: 20 | Individual stamp value: ¢44
Artistic Style Vintage Postage
Photo: Minted
Was one of your first dates at a museum? Or maybe you just appreciate artwork. Either way, these artistic Frida Kahlo and Georgia O'Keeffe stamps add a touch of red to any envelope.
Number of stamps: 5 | Individual stamp value: Various
Love is Love Postage Stamps
Photo: Edelweiss Post
Have a bit of rainbow pride on your wedding invitations with these stamps from the '80s. These are a cute choice for LGBTQ+ weddings or colorful palettes that mix these prismatic hues.
Number of stamps: 10 | Individual stamp value: ¢22
'Something Old' Vintage Stamps
Photo: Little Postage House
Let your vintage stamps be your "something old" with this love note bundle. You get a mix of romantic styles in this pack, with the right variety to keep things surprising.
Number of stamps: 20 | Individual stamp value: Various
We've Got Chemistry Stamps
Photo: Edelweiss Post
For a love as fiery as Bunsen burners, here's a science-themed stamp set you'll want to snag. You're taking the phrase "we've got chemistry" to the next level.
Number of stamps: 10 | Individual stamp value: ¢13
Expert Tips for Choosing Vintage Wedding Stamps
We had a chat with a wedding stationery designer who gave us tips on finding the right vintage wedding postage stamps for your invitation suite. Let's see what she had to say about this fun extra for your wedding.
Incorporate your wedding theme.
Find little ways to showcase your wedding theme with the stamps. Smithbury says, "Vintage stamps are also a great opportunity to inject a bit of personality into your wedding invitations. Think about choosing state stamps to reference your backgrounds, pick out specific interests, like your pets and hobbies… or choose designs that match your wedding, like lighthouse or shell designs for a coastal wedding."
Have fun with custom options.
Though custom stamps aren't available anymore, working with the right designer can ensure your vintage style comes through in your invitation suite. Think about using different colored envelopes to match your stamps or calligraphy-style accents. Just be sure the addresses and names are legible.
Have a trial run.
"Take a complete invitation to the post office to check how much it'll cost to send, so you can check [that] your vintage stamps add to this value," Smithbury says. Especially with vintage stamps, you'll want to be sure that the postage cost is correct. Plus, this initial test is an opportunity to check if your invites are on the heavier side and need additional postage.
Add that extra special touch.
Typically, post offices use machines to cancel the stamp on your envelope, but hand-cancelling is a more personalized way that is done by postal workers. "Be sure to opt for hand-cancelling," Smithbury says. "This adds on more cost, but ensures all the extra effort of including these beautiful stamps doesn't go to waste being torn by machine processing." Guests might just love this added touch to your invites.
