{"id":15638,"date":"2026-06-20T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-20T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/blog\/?p=15638"},"modified":"2026-06-05T19:09:49","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T09:09:49","slug":"how-to-write-a-wedding-menu-card","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/blog\/how-to-write-a-wedding-menu-card\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Write a Wedding Menu Card: Wording, Layout, and Examples"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n#post-15638 .entry-content p,\n#post-15638 .entry-content li { font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n#post-15638 .entry-content h2 { text-transform: none !important; font-size: 34px; letter-spacing: 0.5px; line-height: 1.3; margin-top: 56px; margin-bottom: 16px; }\n#post-15638 .entry-content h3 { text-transform: none !important; font-size: 22px; letter-spacing: 0.5px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 32px; margin-bottom: 12px; }\n#post-15638 .entry-content table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 18px; margin: 28px 0; }\n#post-15638 .entry-content th { background: #1a1a1a; color: #fff; padding: 11px 16px; text-align: left; }\n#post-15638 .entry-content td { padding: 11px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; }\n#post-15638 .entry-content tr:nth-child(odd) td { background: #f9f9f9; }\n#post-15638 .entry-content tr:nth-child(even) td { background: #fff; }\n<\/style>\n<div data-locale-router=\"v1\" style=\"background:#f0f4f8;border-left:4px solid #a0aec0;padding:20px 24px;margin:28px 0;border-radius:2px;font-size:17px;\">\n  <strong>Browsing from outside the US?<\/strong> Find wedding menu cards in your region:<br \/>\n  <a href=\"\/us\/browse\/wedding-menu\/\">US<\/a> &nbsp;|&nbsp;<br \/>\n  <a href=\"\/browse\/wedding-menu\/\">AU<\/a> &nbsp;|&nbsp;<br \/>\n  <a href=\"\/gb\/browse\/wedding-menu\/\">UK<\/a> &nbsp;|&nbsp;<br \/>\n  <a href=\"\/ca\/browse\/wedding-menu\/\">CA<\/a> &nbsp;|&nbsp;<br \/>\n  <a href=\"\/nz\/browse\/wedding-menu\/\">NZ<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p>Your wedding menu card does two jobs at once: it tells guests what they are eating and it doubles as a keepsake from your table. Getting the wording and layout right does not require a graphic design degree, but it does require knowing what to include, in what order, and how to format it so nothing important gets lost in a crowded reception setting. This guide walks you through every decision, from courses to dietary symbols to paper and sizing, with real wording examples across three distinct wedding styles.<\/p>\n<div data-canon=\"tldr-v1\" style=\"background:#f8f6f3;border-left:4px solid #c9a96e;padding:24px 28px;margin:32px 0;border-radius:2px;\">\n  <strong style=\"font-size:18px;display:block;margin-bottom:12px;\">At a glance<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:20px;\">\n<li>A complete menu card includes a header, the couple&#8217;s names, every course in serving order, short dish descriptions, and dietary symbols.<\/li>\n<li>Plated dinners list courses top to bottom; buffets group by station; family-style lists shared dishes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Single column<\/strong> suits minimal and formal styles; <strong>two column<\/strong> works for multi-course or cocktail-style receptions.<\/li>\n<li>Standard card size is <strong>4 x 9 inches (102 x 229 mm)<\/strong>; table tent is <strong>4 x 6 inches (102 x 152 mm)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Use letter-based symbols (V, VE, GF, N) with a legend at the card bottom for clarity.<\/li>\n<li>Paperlust menu cards are available in digital print, flat foil, letterpress, metallic, and white ink across <a href=\"\/us\/browse\/wedding-menu\/\">500+ designs<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What to Include on a Wedding Menu Card<\/h2>\n<p>Most guests will spend 30 seconds reading a menu card before setting it aside. Every element on the card needs to earn its place. Here is what a complete, well-structured menu card contains.<\/p>\n<h3>The header<\/h3>\n<p>Start with a visual anchor. This is typically one of three options:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>&#8220;Menu&#8221;<\/strong> in a display typeface, centered<\/li>\n<li><strong>The couple&#8217;s names or monogram<\/strong>, followed by the word &#8220;Menu&#8221; below<\/li>\n<li><strong>A short personal line<\/strong> such as &#8220;Dinner in celebration of Emma &#038; James&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For formal plated dinners, a clean centered &#8220;Menu&#8221; headline with the couple&#8217;s names and date directly below is a proven format. Rustic and boho styles often lean on the couple&#8217;s names as the primary header, letting the food listing follow naturally underneath.<\/p>\n<h3>Couple&#8217;s names and wedding date<\/h3>\n<p>This is optional but almost universally used. Names and date transform a functional card into a keepsake guests take home. Place them directly below the header, in a lighter or smaller typeface than the headline.<\/p>\n<h3>Courses in order<\/h3>\n<p>List every course in the order it will be served, with the dish name and a brief description (typically one line). For plated dinners, this means first course through dessert. For buffets, group by station. For family-style service, list the shared dishes.<\/p>\n<h3>Short dish descriptions<\/h3>\n<p>Keep descriptions to the key ingredients and cooking method. Three to eight words is the sweet spot. Guests with allergies need to quickly identify proteins, nuts, and dairy, so lean toward specificity over poetry.<\/p>\n<h3>Dietary symbols<\/h3>\n<p>Mark each dish clearly. Define every symbol you use in a small legend at the base of the card.<\/p>\n<h3>Optional drink or wine pairing notes<\/h3>\n<p>A single line per course works well: &#8220;Paired with Sauvignon Blanc&#8221; or &#8220;Sommelier&#8217;s selection.&#8221; For receptions with a signature cocktail, add a short note at the top or bottom: &#8220;Signature cocktail: Rosemary Gin Spritz.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3>Optional welcome or thank-you line<\/h3>\n<p>A warm closing line adds a personal touch without crowding the food listing. Keep it to one short sentence.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:center;margin:32px auto;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/plated-vs-buffet-wedding-hero-paperlust.jpg\" alt=\"Paperlust arch wedding menu card on a linen napkin at a plated reception dinner setting with soft pink florals in the background\" data-no-lazy=\"1\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:inline-block;border-radius:4px;\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>How to Structure a Plated Menu (Starter, Main, Dessert)<\/h2>\n<p>A plated reception dinner is the most common format and the one that requires the most careful ordering. Follow these steps to structure it cleanly.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 1: List courses in serving order<\/h3>\n<p>Work from first to last, top to bottom on the card. A typical plated structure runs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Welcome amuse-bouche or passed canape (if applicable)<\/li>\n<li>First course (soup or salad)<\/li>\n<li>Second course (optional &#8211; often a fish or pasta course at formal dinners)<\/li>\n<li>Main course (entree)<\/li>\n<li>Dessert<\/li>\n<li>Wedding cake (note separately if different from the plated dessert)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Step 2: Write the dish name first, description second<\/h3>\n<p>The dish name anchors the line. The description follows, typically in a lighter font style or italics on printed cards.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nFirst Course<br \/>\nHeirloom Tomato Soup<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size:0.9em;\">with basil oil, charred bread, and burrata<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Main Course<br \/>\nHerb-Crusted Lamb Rack <span style=\"font-size:0.85em;\">GF<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size:0.9em;\">with roasted root vegetables, chimichurri, and potato gratin<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Dessert<br \/>\nDark Chocolate Fondant<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size:0.9em;\">with salted caramel ice cream and hazelnut praline<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Step 3: Handle multiple protein choices<\/h3>\n<p>When guests pre-selected their entree, note this at the top of the entree section: &#8220;Your selection has been noted&#8221; or &#8220;Please see your place card for your entree choice.&#8221; This prevents guests from asking staff which protein they ordered.<\/p>\n<p>If listing two proteins on the same card (common at smaller weddings without pre-orders), separate them clearly:<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nMain Course &#8211; your selection<br \/>\nFilet Mignon<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size:0.9em;\">with truffle jus, asparagus, and dauphinoise potato<\/span><\/p>\n<p>or<\/p>\n<p>Roasted Cauliflower Steak <span style=\"font-size:0.85em;\">V, GF<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size:0.9em;\">with harissa cream, roasted chickpeas, and herb oil<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Step 4: Note the wedding cake separately<\/h3>\n<p>If you are having a wedding cake served at the table as an additional dessert after the plated dessert, add a short line at the end:<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nWedding cake to follow\n<\/div>\n<h2>How to List Drinks and Wine Pairings<\/h2>\n<p>Drink listings on wedding menu cards range from a simple &#8220;open bar&#8221; note to full sommelier-style course pairings. Choose the level of detail that matches your reception style.<\/p>\n<h3>Minimal drinks note<\/h3>\n<p>Appropriate for most receptions:<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nWine, beer, and cocktails available throughout the evening\n<\/div>\n<h3>Signature cocktail callout<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nSignature cocktail: The Garden Spritz<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size:0.9em;\">elderflower gin, cucumber, tonic, and fresh mint<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<p>Place this at the top of the card, just below the header, or at the very bottom above the dietary legend.<\/p>\n<h3>Full wine pairing listing<\/h3>\n<p>For formal dinners with a curated wine list, pair each course with a wine note inline:<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nFirst Course<br \/>\nSeared Scallop with Cauliflower Puree<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size:0.9em;\">Paired with: 2024 Pouilly-Fume, Loire Valley<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Main Course<br \/>\nBraised Beef Short Rib<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size:0.9em;\">Paired with: 2022 Barossa Valley Shiraz<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Dessert<br \/>\nPavlova with Seasonal Berries<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size:0.9em;\">Paired with: 2023 Moscato d&#8217;Asti<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<p>If your card is already text-heavy with courses, consider printing a separate wine card or pairing sheet rather than cramming pairing notes onto the main menu card.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:center;margin:32px auto;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/paperlust-menu-RkkuGgLk-rx.jpg\" alt=\"Paperlust menu, Beautifully styled arch-shaped wedding menu cards with elegant typography and a sun motif\" data-no-lazy=\"1\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:inline-block;border-radius:4px;\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Dietary Icons and Symbols: How to Use Them<\/h2>\n<p>Dietary symbols are the most functional element of a menu card. Done well, they help guests with restrictions feel considered. Done poorly, they create confusion or get missed entirely.<\/p>\n<h3>Recommended symbol set<\/h3>\n<p>Use letter-based abbreviations rather than icon graphics. Graphics can be too small to read on a printed card and may print inconsistently. The standard set most catering teams use:<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;padding:11px 16px;\">Symbol<\/th>\n<th style=\"background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;padding:11px 16px;\">Meaning<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\"><strong>V<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Vegetarian<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#fff;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\"><strong>VE<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Vegan<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\"><strong>GF<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Gluten free<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#fff;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\"><strong>DF<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Dairy free<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\"><strong>N<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Contains nuts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#fff;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\"><strong>SF<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Shellfish free<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Placement on the card<\/h3>\n<p>Place the symbol directly after the dish name on the same line, in a slightly smaller font size. Set the legend at the very bottom of the card in a small, light typeface:<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nV = Vegetarian &nbsp;|&nbsp; VE = Vegan &nbsp;|&nbsp; GF = Gluten Free &nbsp;|&nbsp; DF = Dairy Free &nbsp;|&nbsp; N = Contains Nuts\n<\/div>\n<h3>What to do about severe allergies<\/h3>\n<p>Menu cards are not allergy management documents. For guests with severe allergies (anaphylactic nut allergy, celiac disease), include a note at the base of the card directing them to speak with a staff member:<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nPlease speak with a member of our catering team regarding severe allergies.\n<\/div>\n<p>This protects guests and your venue without requiring you to list every allergen trace on the card.<\/p>\n<h2>Menu Card Layout: Single Column vs. Two Column<\/h2>\n<p>The column structure of your menu card is a design decision that affects readability and visual style. Here is when each format works best.<\/p>\n<h3>Single column layout<\/h3>\n<p>Single column is the default for most wedding menu cards. Text runs full-width from top to bottom, centered or left-aligned. It suits:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Formal plated dinners with three to four courses<\/li>\n<li>Minimal and typographic design styles<\/li>\n<li>Cards where the couple&#8217;s names or a monogram anchor the top<\/li>\n<li>Portrait-oriented cards (4 x 9 inches \/ 102 x 229 mm)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A single column layout looks cleaner when the card is held at arm&#8217;s length during a candlelit dinner. Less visual noise.<\/p>\n<h3>Two-column layout<\/h3>\n<p>Two columns allow more content to fit without increasing the card size. Use two columns when:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You are listing a buffet with eight or more items<\/li>\n<li>You have multiple protein choices AND wine pairings<\/li>\n<li>The reception is a cocktail-style event with stations and many small-plate options<\/li>\n<li>Your design style is editorial or modern<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>With two columns, keep both columns visually balanced in length. A dramatically short second column looks unintentional.<\/p>\n<h3>Landscape vs. portrait orientation<\/h3>\n<p>Most menu cards are portrait (taller than wide). Landscape orientation works well for table tent formats (folded cards that stand upright), where guests can read them propped against a centerpiece without picking them up.<\/p>\n<h3>Font size rules<\/h3>\n<p>The smallest body text on a printed menu card should be no smaller than 8pt. For evening receptions with low lighting, 10pt minimum is recommended. Course headings typically sit at 12-14pt, and the main header (couple&#8217;s names or &#8220;Menu&#8221;) at 18-24pt depending on the design.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:center;margin:32px auto;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1GraceCustom2541-2.jpg\" alt=\"Grace wedding invitation suite , Paperlust\" data-no-lazy=\"1\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:inline-block;border-radius:4px;\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Wording Examples by Wedding Style<\/h2>\n<p>The words you use on a menu card should match the tone of your wedding. Here are complete wording examples across three common wedding styles. Each can be adapted to your specific venue, menu, and print method.<\/p>\n<h3>Formal dinner wording<\/h3>\n<p>Formal menus use full course names, complete dish titles, and a traditional header structure. The language is precise and neutral.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nMENU<\/p>\n<p>Charlotte &amp; William<br \/>\nSeptember 13, 2026<\/p>\n<p><strong>First Course<\/strong><br \/>\nWild Mushroom Veloute<br \/>\nwith truffle cream and chive oil<\/p>\n<p><strong>Second Course<\/strong><br \/>\nRoasted Baby Beet Salad <span style=\"font-size:0.85em;\">V, GF<\/span><br \/>\nwith whipped goat&#8217;s cheese, candied walnuts, and champagne vinaigrette<\/p>\n<p><strong>Main Course<\/strong><br \/>\nRoasted Duck Breast<br \/>\nwith cherry jus, dauphinoise potato, and broccolini<\/p>\n<p>or<\/p>\n<p>Pan-Seared Sea Bass <span style=\"font-size:0.85em;\">GF<\/span><br \/>\nwith saffron risotto and salsa verde<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dessert<\/strong><br \/>\nVanilla Creme Brulee<br \/>\nwith seasonal berry compote<\/p>\n<p>Wedding cake to follow<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0.85em;\">GF = Gluten Free &nbsp;|&nbsp; V = Vegetarian<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Please speak with our catering team regarding severe allergies.<\/em>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Rustic or barn wedding wording<\/h3>\n<p>Rustic menus lean on approachable language, descriptions that evoke the season and setting, and a warmer couple introduction.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nDinner in celebration of<br \/>\n<strong>Olivia &amp; Jake<\/strong><br \/>\nJune 7, 2026<\/p>\n<p><strong>To start<\/strong><br \/>\nGarden Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing <span style=\"font-size:0.85em;\">V, GF<\/span><br \/>\nSourdough with Herb Butter<\/p>\n<p><strong>For the table<\/strong><br \/>\nSlow-Roasted Pork Shoulder<br \/>\nRoasted Chicken with Lemon and Thyme<br \/>\nGrilled Seasonal Vegetables <span style=\"font-size:0.85em;\">V, GF<\/span><br \/>\nCrispy Smashed Potatoes <span style=\"font-size:0.85em;\">V, GF<\/span><br \/>\nHeirloom Tomato and Basil Salad <span style=\"font-size:0.85em;\">V, GF<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Something sweet<\/strong><br \/>\nPeach and Almond Crumble <span style=\"font-size:0.85em;\">N<\/span><br \/>\nwith vanilla bean ice cream<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0.85em;\">V = Vegetarian &nbsp;|&nbsp; GF = Gluten Free &nbsp;|&nbsp; N = Contains Nuts<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Thank you for sharing this day with us.<\/em>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Minimal\/modern wording<\/h3>\n<p>Minimal menus strip everything back to the essentials. No welcome lines, minimal descriptions, clean spacing, and often just the dish name and a single-ingredient callout.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\n<strong>CLARA &amp; NOAH<\/strong><br \/>\nAugust 22, 2026<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ccc;margin:10px 0;\">\nButternut Squash Soup<br \/>\n<em>pumpkin oil, pepitas<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Grilled Salmon <span style=\"font-size:0.85em;\">GF<\/span><br \/>\n<em>dill cream, caper berries, broccolini<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Lemon Tart<br \/>\n<em>Italian meringue<\/em><\/p>\n<hr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ccc;margin:10px 0;\">\n<span style=\"font-size:0.85em;\">GF = Gluten Free<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<p>Note: the horizontal rule above is a design element used inside these wording examples only. In the actual card layout, your designer will replace those lines with a thin printed rule or ornament.<\/p>\n<p>For more inspiration on dinner menus across seasons and styles, see our companion guide to <a href=\"\/blog\/wedding-dinner-menu-ideas\/\">wedding dinner menu ideas<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Menu Card Sizing and Paper Choices<\/h2>\n<p>Getting the size and paper stock right affects how readable and luxurious the card feels in a guest&#8217;s hands.<\/p>\n<h3>Standard sizing<\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;padding:11px 16px;\">Format<\/th>\n<th style=\"background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;padding:11px 16px;\">Size (inches)<\/th>\n<th style=\"background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;padding:11px 16px;\">Size (mm)<\/th>\n<th style=\"background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;padding:11px 16px;\">Best for<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">DL \/ Slim card<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">3.9 x 8.3&#8243;<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">99 x 210 mm<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Plated dinner, minimal style<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#fff;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">A5 portrait<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">5.8 x 8.3&#8243;<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">148 x 210 mm<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Multi-course, wine pairings<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Table tent \/ A6 folded<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">4.1 x 5.8&#8243;<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">105 x 148 mm<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Stands upright, no holder needed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#fff;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Square<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">5.5 x 5.5&#8243;<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">140 x 140 mm<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Modern, minimal, gallery-style<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Paper choices and print methods<\/h3>\n<p>The paper stock affects not only how the card looks, but how it holds up through a multi-course dinner where guests may pick it up and set it down multiple times.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Digital print on 300gsm Matte or Linen<\/strong> &#8211; the most affordable option, clean and professional. Works for all wedding styles.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flat foil on 380gsm Premium<\/strong> &#8211; metallic foil applied to the header or key text elements (couple&#8217;s names, course headings). Gold, rose gold, silver, copper, and a range of other colors. No custom die required. A popular choice for couples who want a mirror-bright metallic finish at an accessible minimum order.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Letterpress on 300gsm or 600gsm Wild Cotton<\/strong> &#8211; the deboss impression pressed into thick cotton paper creates a texture guests can feel. Best for minimal and formal styles where the typography itself is the design. Letterpress can be combined with additional print methods.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Metallic print on 380gsm Premium<\/strong> &#8211; a subtle metallic pigment added during digital printing. Less mirror-bright than flat foil, more affordable. Suits formal and romantic styles where you want a gold or silver tonal finish rather than a high-sheen foil.<\/li>\n<li><strong>White ink on dark stocks<\/strong> &#8211; particularly effective for moody, botanical, or dark-themed receptions. White ink on navy or black card gives maximum contrast for legibility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>A note on flat foil for menu cards<\/h3>\n<p>Paperlust offers flat foil across the <a href=\"\/us\/browse\/wedding-menu\/\">wedding menu range<\/a>. Flat foil applies a metallic layer directly to the card surface with no embossed impression. It delivers the mirror-bright foil look in gold, rose gold, silver, copper, and more, with no custom die required and a lower minimum order than traditional foil printing methods.<\/p>\n<p>For more on choosing the right print method for your wedding stationery suite, see our full guide to <a href=\"\/us\/browse\/wedding-menu\/\">wedding menu cards<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Frequently asked questions<\/h3>\n<h3>What should be included on a wedding menu card?<\/h3>\n<p>A complete wedding menu card includes a header (typically &#8220;Menu&#8221; or the couple&#8217;s names), the wedding date, each course listed in serving order with a short dish description, dietary symbols for any relevant dishes, and a brief legend explaining those symbols at the base of the card. 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