{"id":5148,"date":"2025-03-05T17:29:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-05T06:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/blog\/?p=5148"},"modified":"2026-03-30T15:15:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T04:15:20","slug":"thank-you-cards-and-the-elegance-of-tradition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/blog\/thank-you-cards-and-the-elegance-of-tradition\/","title":{"rendered":"Thank you cards and the elegance of tradition"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Weddings are just a handful of times when tradition matters; after all, can you imagine receiving <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-invitations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">wedding invitations<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> or <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-thank-you-cards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">thank you cards<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> via text? In this age of emails and emojis, Facebook and Twitter, your wedding is an event worthy of more than a digital e-vite.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There\u2019s a certain elegance to a hand-calligraphed or custom-designed matte card in an actual envelope with a personalised touch. From <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/save-the-date\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">save the date<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> to invitations to thoughtfully crafted thank you cards, here\u2019s a quick look at the etiquette and tradition of wedding paper goods and the elements you need to follow.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Thank you cards Are all about the font<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/modern-calligraphy-script-wedding-invitation.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-11076\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/modern-calligraphy-script-wedding-invitation.webp\" alt=\"Modern Calligraphy Script Wedding Invitation\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fastprinting.com.au\/foil-letterpress-wedding-invitations-printing.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">fastprinting.com.au<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">With Australian guest lists typically averaging 100 or so people (those relatives do add up!), most people type and print their stack of paper goods\u2014and the good news is it\u2019s perfectly fine to do so. In contrast, it was considered <\/span><strong><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-invitations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">a massive faux pas<\/span><\/a><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> not so long ago. Some choose the boutique approach and hire a calligrapher, but the modern, popular option is to use a lavish script font for the essential details (like names) \u2013 it all depends on how traditional you want to be.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Whether you opt for a unique custom-designed <\/span><strong><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-invitations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">wedding invitation<\/span><\/a><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> or an exquisite pre-designed template, look for one that captures the theme of your wedding. Consider how the different fonts convey different tones; a cursive font like <\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Edwardian Script<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> denotes a classic, conventional ceremony (think grand church, indoor reception, sit-down dinner), or a clean sans serif font like <\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Frutiger<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> offers a fresh, modern look \u2013 perfect for a beach or outdoor event.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Spell out dates and times in full, regardless of your choice, and be clear about the details and what\u2019s to <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">be expected<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> on the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Consider including a handwritten element, be it your guests\u2019 names or yours- for a special touch\u2014it adds a spark of originality.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><em>Trending: Calligraphy<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The paper elements of a wedding are endless, and each gives you the opportunity to be creative. A few things to <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">keep in mind<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">: if you don\u2019t like your handwriting, it\u2019s completely acceptable to enlist the help of an artistic friend or relative (or fianc\u00e9, perhaps?).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Check, check, and triple-check your spelling before that ink touches the paper, and for the ultimate refined touch, consider hiring a calligrapher for those other little paper elements of your event\u2014think <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-place-cards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">wedding place cards<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, chalkboards, <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-menu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">wedding menus<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, and wedding favours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/hudson_2Bloft_2Beditorial_2Bhigh_2Bres-hudson_2Bloft_2Bhigh-0004.jpg\" rel='prettyPhoto'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5151 size-full\" title=\"Calligraphy place cards\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/hudson_2Bloft_2Beditorial_2Bhigh_2Bres-hudson_2Bloft_2Bhigh-0004.jpg\" alt=\"Calligraphy place cards\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/hudson_2Bloft_2Beditorial_2Bhigh_2Bres-hudson_2Bloft_2Bhigh-0004.jpg 795w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/hudson_2Bloft_2Beditorial_2Bhigh_2Bres-hudson_2Bloft_2Bhigh-0004-221x300.jpg 221w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/hudson_2Bloft_2Beditorial_2Bhigh_2Bres-hudson_2Bloft_2Bhigh-0004-753x1024.jpg 753w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/le.lettere\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">instagram.com\/le.lettere<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Along with <\/span><strong><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-invitations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">letterpress<\/span><\/a><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, calligraphy offers old-world sophistication and brings an artisan touch to accompany the paper goods available on the Internet. In past eras, wealthy families would commission skilled monks to craft their text\u2014a romantic idea if ever there was one. These days, calligraphers, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">who are most<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> often artists and designers, learn their skills via design colleges (no need to visit a monastery).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Traditionally, the only piece the happy couple should handwrite is the <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">thank you cards<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><em>The importance of the thank you card<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Anna Wintour sends them for all sorts of reasons\u2014which is enough said. <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Thank you cards<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> are, in fact, one of the most <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">important<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> tasks of the wedding process. Sure, they\u2019re not up there with the dress or the <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-invitations\/destination\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">destination<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, but they <\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">are<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> essential and often overlooked. Tradition is to write them by hand, mention the gift by name (unless it\u2019s monetary\u2014then don\u2019t state the amount!) and sign off with a heartfelt thanks. A <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-invitations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">modern<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> popular alternative is to send a <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-thank-you-cards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">photograph of the two of you and include printed thank you cards<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. If choosing this option, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">try to<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> include a small handwritten element, such as signing your name or <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/blog\/writing-wedding-card-messages-dont-sound-cheesy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">writing a custom message on a standard-designed card<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. Thoughtful presentation can make your message even more memorable\u2014adding <a href=\"https:\/\/printshop.paperlust.co\/categories\/custom-labels?utm_source=paperlust&amp;utm_medium=internal_link&amp;utm_campaign=cross_sell\"><strong data-start=\"813\" data-end=\"865\">personalised labels for thank-you gift packaging<\/strong><\/a> is a simple way to elevate your gesture and create a cohesive, polished finish.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Thoughtfully designed <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">thank you cards<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> add <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">an extra<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> personal touch, ensuring every guest feels uniquely appreciated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As the final task of the wedding process, it\u2019s understandable to want to put it off. You\u2019ve been through the bridal shower, the hen\u2019s night, the ceremony, the<\/span> <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">reception, and the honeymoon. Still, it\u2019s of utmost importance to graciously acknowledge your gifts and the presence of friends and family. Don\u2019t worry if your handwriting isn\u2019t the best for this one; it <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">just needs to<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> come from the heart<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Source_-_fete_papery_-_etsy.jpg\" rel='prettyPhoto'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5152 size-full\" title=\"Script-based wedding invitation\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Source_-_fete_papery_-_etsy.jpg\" alt=\"Script-based wedding invitation\" width=\"1040\" height=\"1040\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Source_-_fete_papery_-_etsy.jpg 1040w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Source_-_fete_papery_-_etsy-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Source_-_fete_papery_-_etsy-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Source_-_fete_papery_-_etsy-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Source_-_fete_papery_-_etsy-90x90.jpg 90w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1040px) 100vw, 1040px\" \/><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Source: <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"http:\/\/www.fetepapery.com.au\/#!product\/prd1\/3842320471\/%7Bcharlotte%7D-elegant-traditional-invitation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">fetepapery.com.au<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Weddings are just a handful of times when tradition matters; after all, can you imagine receiving wedding invitations or thank you cards via text? In this age of emails and emojis, Facebook and Twitter, your wedding is an event worthy of more than a digital e-vite. There\u2019s a certain elegance to a hand-calligraphed or custom-designed &#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":5149,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[177],"tags":[164],"class_list":["post-5148","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-thank-you-cards","tag-thank-you-cards"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.0 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Thank you cards and the elegance of tradition - Paperlust<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Celebrate wedding tradition with elegant thank you cards. 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