So, you’re getting married to the love of your life and you want to ask all your loved ones to witness this joyous occasion. But dozens of invitations, envelopes and inserts have you counting the number of trees that went into getting the word out. Never fear! Luckily, there are plenty of stationers out there who are using recycled paper and other sustainable methods to decrease the impact that your wedding invitations will have on the environment.
PREPPY
Deep blues and earthy browns—this invitation suite that uses upcycled materials is meant for the couple who might rock bowties and oxfords. The pocket design is also very convenient for including all of the information your guests may need. Available at Etsy Shop PaperNSort,; $1.25 each, minimum order of 100.
SEASIDE
Anyone getting married at the beach will want the blues of the ocean and the color of the clouds reflected in the invitations, and this eco-friendly set is crisp and clean—not at all the cheesy beach theme you sometimes see. Available at Etsy Shop pennaink; email shop owner for pricing.
EARTHY
Produced on recycled paper, the organic feel and look of this invitation suite will tell your guests a lot about you, and about the wedding they’re planning to attend in a natural forest setting or on a farm. Available at Etsy Shop LoveNicoleDesigns; $5.95 each for 101-150 count.
MINIMALIST
With the option to print on 100 percent recycled paper, these simple yet impactful invitations will echo your modern, clean design aesthetic. If the classic black-and-white is a bit too sedated for you, you have the option to punch the print up with color. Available at Minted.com; $224 for 100.
CHEERFUL
Using tree-free or paper with high-recycled content, this invitation designer also uses environmentally friendly inks and recycles or composts most of their waste. This design, with its bright and cheery colors, is perfect for a springtime or summer wedding. Available at BellaFigura.com; $1,170 for 100.
