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The ‘Restoration‘ wedding invitation from our Elum Couture Vol. 2 album is a reflection of the revival of vintage and organic elements within an urban setting. This 3 color letterpress wedding invitation utilizes distressed typography that, when paired with subtle floral elements and a rustic textured background, exudes a shabby and (ultra) chic quality that is perfect for the hip couple looking for an invitation with a unique customized feel. Take a look below at the inspiration behind this modern trend-setting design, and check back again for more moods boards coming soon from our custom wedding invitation albums!

1. Wedding reception, photo by Abby Ross via Style Me Pretty

2. Happy bride, photo by Abby Ross via Style Me Pretty

3. Peonies, photo source unknown via Google Images

4. Vintage pearl necklace, photo by Sedona Bride Photographers via Style Me Pretty

5. Mint julep cocktail, photo by Laura Flippen via San Francisco Magazine

6. Restoration letterpress wedding invitation, elum

7. Groomsmen in tuxes, photo by Abby Ross via Style Me Pretty

8. Vintage New York license plate, Government Auctions Blog

9. Wedding cake, Martha Stewart Weddings

10. Neutral bridesmaid dresses, photo by Abby Ross via Style Me Pretty

11. Rustic metal letter, photo source unknown

12. Restoration letterpress wedding invitation, elum

13. Wedding shoes on rustic metal,
photo by Frank Amodo Photography via Style Me Pretty

14. Engagement Ring, photo by Abby Ross via Style Me Pretty

15. Flower bouquet favors, photo source by Heavenly Blooms

16. Sweetheart Forks, BHLDN shop

17. Kensington Collection, Restoration Hardware

18. Neutral bridesmaid dresses, photo by
Hollye Schumacher Photography via Pretty Little Weddings

19. Vintage dresser card table, photo by
Danielle Capito Photography via Style Me Pretty

20. Vintage desk and chair, photo source unknown

21. Primping the bride, photo by Abby Ross via Style Me Pretty

22. Restoration letterpress wedding invitation, elum

The glamorous ‘Luxe‘ wedding invitation suite from our new Umi 2 album is a spectacular display of light and perspective. This sparkling modern design was inspired by the way light reacts when reflected off of crystal chandeliers. By letterpress printing on textured pearlized metallic paper, we were able to add even more depth to this dazzling and sophisticated invitation. Take a look below at the inspiration behind this elegant design, and check back again for more moods boards coming soon from our new Umi 2 album!

1. Crystal chandelier, Powerlight International

2. Shattered crystal dress, photo source unknown via Coeurdecaramel

3. Gold metal sunburst, photo source unknown via Team Sugar

4. Luxe letterpress wedding invitation, elum

5. Glitter wedding dress,
model Karlie Kloss, photo source unknown via Thunder and Starlight

6. Gold studded necklace, photo source unknown via The Knotty Bride

7. Luxe letterpress wedding invitation, elum

8. Ceiling of light bulbs, photo by Carlos Andres Varela via 100 Layer Cake

9. Gold chevron striped tray, photo source unknown via The Knotty Bride

10. Moschino drape front gold dress, Saks Fifth Avenue

11. Gold glitter and rhinestone cake, Sugar Couture via Brides

12. White chocolate gold leaf pyramid truffles,
Christopher Norman Chocolates via Martha Stewart Weddings

13. Gold wedding ring truffle favors,
Promise Me Chocolate and JewelrySupply.com via Martha Stewart Weddings

14. Gold sparkle burst, photo source by Dreamstime

15. Champagne with gold stirrers,
photo by Paige Newton Photography via The Sweet Occasion

16. Luxe letterpress wedding invitation, elum

17. Christian Louboutin gold crystal suede shoes,
photo source unknown via We Heart It

18. Black and gold table setting, Martha Stewart Weddings

19. Metallic gold structured dress, photo source unknown via Jet Fete by Bridal Bar

20. Gold place setting, photo source unknown via The Knotty Bride

21. Gold glittler Kate Spade clutch, Kate Spade via Elle

22. Diamond gold cuff links, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers

The charming ‘Peonies‘ letterpress wedding invitation suite from our new Umi 2 album is the epitome of pure romance. Taking homage from antique botanical prints and vintage textiles from the 1960’s, this floral dream will have you envisioning your own shabby chic affair. This timeless design is letterpress printed in pale ‘Petal’ pink and ‘Mustard Seed’ inks on creamy Bamboo Ivory Tree Free paper that emphasizes the heirloom quality of this elegant invitation. Take a gander below at the inspiration behind this soft and sweet design and stop in again for more moods boards coming soon from our new Umi 2 album!

1. Pale pink bridesmaid dresses,
photo source unknown via Pinterest (pinned from Janessa Ludlow)

2. Peonies letterpress wedding invitation, elum designs, inc.

3. Vintage yellow cabinet, photo source unknown via Pinterest (pinned from Deb Zorn)

4. Mustard yellow tie and billy button boutonniere, photo source unknown via Wedding Bee

5. Vintage botanical print, photo source unknown via Vintage Rose Brocante

6. Pale pink shabby chic table setting, photo source unknown via The Little Book of Secrets

7. Antique glass salt and pepper shakers, Miles Kimball

8. Badgley Mischka pale pink ruffle shoes, photo source unknown via Stylish with Substance

9. Pale pink ruffle cake, photo source Southern Flourish magazine via DIY or Don’t

10. Rustic handmade headboard, photo source House Tweaking via Grey Likes Nesting

11. Sewing box with handmade chiffon flower, photo by Olivia Kanaley via Project Wedding

12. Antique yellow cufflinks, by Beour via cufflinkstock.com

13. Pale pink ruffle baby bloomers, photo by bonbonLand via Etsy

14. Pale pink peonies bouquet,
photo source unknown via Pinterest (pinned from Tennille Turner )

15. Romantic lace wedding dress,
photo source unknown via Pinterest (pinned from Janessa Ludlow)

16. Vintage yellow chest, photo by Blondie ‘N’ SC

17. Peonies letterpress wedding invitation, elum designs, inc.

18. Pink champagne, photo by Sweet Paul

19. Antique yellow books, photo source unfabulous_ena via Flickr

20. Pink and yellow peonies wedding cake, by Cakes Confidential via Wedding Wire

What is it about woodgrain? It’s organic, it’s tactile, it’s beautiful, it’s masculine, it’s feminine and it’s downright alluring. (And let’s face it, it’s just about everywhere you turn these days). Our new ‘Woodgrain‘ letterpress wedding invitation suite is one of our favorites from the new
Umi 2 album. We approached this otherwise rustic concept from a modern minimalist perspective, using subtle and organic woodgrain patterns that harmonize with clean crisp typography, creating an emphasis on openness that is undeniably seductive. We chose a cool neutral color palette of pale gray ‘Shadow’ and deep rich ‘Fudge’, but this fabulous design could be punched-up for Spring or Summer with the switch of an ink. We can picture it now with type in a fresh citrus green or a bold bright hot pink .

1. Birch log candle holders, photo by Martha Stewart Weddings

2. Happy winter bride, photo by Sloan Photographers via Style Me Pretty

3. Hand crafted wood table numbers, photo source unknown via The Perfect Palette

4. Pine cone, photo source unknown via The Perfect Palette

5. Woodgrain letterpress wedding invitation, elum

6. Enchanted winter ceremony, photo by One Love Photo

7. Silver plated woodgrain table setting, photo by Z Gallerie

8. Modern woodgrain cake, photo by Gateaux Inc.

9. Woodgrain letterpress wedding invitation, elum

10. Winter birches, photo by joscelynb via Flickr

11. Woodsy boutonniere, photo by Martha Stewart Weddings

12. White faux deerhead, photo by Duck Duck Moose Design

13. White furry heels, photo source unknown via Cachic Design

14. Burlap & baby’s breath chair, photo source unknown via Valdirose

15. Antler candelabra, photo by Z Gallerie

16. Morganite engagement ring, by onegarnetgirl via etsy

17. White gold woodgrain wedding band set, photo by adziasjewelryatelier via etsy

18. Winter white centerpiece,
photo by Aus10 Photoartists via Junkerman Jones Wedding and Event Design

19. Egg nog shots, photo source unknown via Trendir

20. Silver aspen bark earrings, photo by Abella Blue

We are totally smitten with our new Umi 2 album invitation called ‘Love Note.’ As soon as we got the idea to use standard loose leaf notebook paper for an invitation concept, we were overcome with excitement about all the different ways we could infuse the idea of passing notes in class and young sweethearts writing love notes. This ridiculously cute and clever invitation package is so perfect for the couple looking to infuse some personality into their wedding celebration. We say go for it, be creative and have FUN with it.  Your guests will be catapulted back to their youth right along with you. Stay tuned for more mood boards from our brand spankin’ new Umi 2 album!

1. Engraved apples, photo by Krista Mason Photography

2. Pencil placecards, photo by Meg Smith Photography via Simply Pretty Wedding

3. Groomsmen in Converse, photo by Amelia Lyon Photography via Oceanside Bride

4. Teal shoes & red bouquet,
photo by Jessica Velarde Portraiture and Wedding Photography via Flickr

5. Love Note letterpress wedding invitation, elum

6. Please sign guest book, photo by mi.Amore.foto via Lovely Bride

7. Vintage teal typewriter, photo source unknown via Style Me Pretty

8. Bride and groom, photo source unknown via TheKnot.com

9. High school sweethearts table,
photo by Kate Triano Photography via the Sweetest Occasion

10. Love Note letterpress wedding invitation, elum

11. Red velvet wedding cake, photo source unknown via Pinterest

12. Book table numbers, photo by Jessica Claire via Booklicious

13. Cherry favors, Martha Stewart Weddings

14. Hand embroidered note, by katiecupcake via Craft:

15. Heart cupcakes, photo by Oh, Darling! Photography

16. Tree trunk cufflinks, by Beour via cufflinkcustom.com

17. Milk and cookies, photo by Truly Yours via Paper Crave