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Are you looking for unique <\/a><\/span>wedding invitations<\/span><\/a> that are somewhat unconventional, something your guests aren\u2019t expecting? An outlier. After a while, a lot of invitations tend to blend with each other and look the same, but if you start thinking outside the box you may come across an idea that will be remembered for years. Isn\u2019t that one thing a wedding should be: memorable? There are a million different types of wedding invitations that stand out, from luxury print types to wedding invitations<\/a> with ribbon, but here are some of our favourite unconventional invitation ideas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Film canister wedding invitations<\/strong>\"Film<\/a><\/h2>\n

If you are a photographer, especially the old school kind that still develops their own film, you will love this idea. Send your guests film canisters that have a tab saying \u2018pull me\u2019 and they have to draw all of your wedding information out like some kind of secret message, or simply include small scroll wedding invitations inside film canisters.<\/p>\n

These artsy invitations would work well with this creative guest book idea: clip guests\u2019 names to the strings of helium balloons then get them to replace their name with a polaroid photo of themselves (hint: you may want to budget for double the amount of polaroid slides as most people snap a sneaky extra pic to keep for themselves).<\/p>\n

Laser cut wedding invitations<\/h2>\n

\"Laser<\/a><\/p>\n

Getting your wedding invitations laser cut is an elegant way to stand out from the crowd for all the right reasons. Laser wedding invitations can either come as a pocket style wedding invitation or a single piece of cut out card, with a similar look to a piece of lace. Laser cut lace wedding invitations are a wonderful option for country and rustic weddings<\/a><\/strong>, complete with a burlap belly band<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Laser cut invitations can use metallic card and funky geometric patterns, or more classic looks. If you\u2019re after something personal, you and your fianc\u00e9 can create a logo of your initials and get it laser cut into an invitation.<\/p>\n

Laser cut tree wedding invitations are suited to garden or forest weddings, or even work well for a couple who care about the environment. Either way, they look enchanting and function well as a pocket invitation. If you want to be truly green, you could use invitations made from recycled paper.<\/p>\n

The main reason laser cut invitations aren\u2019t more common is because they tend to be very pricey, so factor that into your decision. If you are looking to do laser cut wedding invitations cheap, you may have to shop around online for different printers – but as always, be wary of too-good-to-be-true prices that could indicate low quality or a scam. Don\u2019t think you can just DIY your laser cut invites either: most people probably shouldn\u2019t rely on DIY to do this on the cheap, as laser cut wedding invitations DIY can be very tricky and time-consuming. It normally requires very specialised equipment. Before attempting any DIY projects consider number of guests, complexity of design, time involved and cost of materials. Cheap laser cut wedding invitations don\u2019t have to be a disaster; just make sure you do the research first. If you have a very large wedding guest list or are looking at laser cut save the dates or thank you cards, it may be worth looking into laser cut wedding invitations wholesale.<\/p>\n

\u2018Invitation to fun\u2019 packages<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"\u2018Invitation<\/a><\/p>\n

Some couples really go all out for their guests. And we say why not, if you can afford to? How about a whole wedding invitation package – for instance, a little wedding survival kit (that may or may not include a gift)? These are a lovely thought at any wedding but work especially well for a destination wedding, or a wedding with a large amount of out of town guests. You could come up with fun names like \u201cWedding Survival Kit\u201d, \u201cAdventure for Two\u201d or \u201cInvitation to Fun\u201d. The more creative the better!<\/p>\n

You may want to incorporate art or have your package open out as a map. For a tropical island destination wedding you could include leis or mini sunscreens. For a wedding during the holiday season a Christmas ornament is a thoughtful gift. The small gift is just a fun suggestion though, so don\u2019t feel pressured to include one just because you decide to go for a package invitation.<\/p>\n

Hardcover wedding invitations<\/h2>\n

If you’re a book lover, or just a fan of something a little bit extra, hardcover wedding invitations might be the thing for you. A hardcover wedding invitation features a super hard cardboard cover that opens like a book, and may also have a spine like a book. Within, you might find pockets containing the wedding invitation cards<\/a> themselves, or you may find pages similar to a book. Not only do these invites really make an impression, they are also built to last, and will grace your bookshelf as a memento for years to come.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s the ticket!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"That\u2019s<\/a><\/p>\n

Another invitation that works really well with a destination wedding<\/strong><\/a> is a boarding pass\/plane ticket or passport theme. It\u2019s so exciting as you all look forward to jetting off to a faraway locale to celebrate your nuptials (and let\u2019s be honest, have a little holiday at the same time) and a \u2018ticket to celebrate\u2019 tacked to the fridge might be just the thing to help guests get through those last few months of humdrum routine. Check out our ticket-inspired invitation by Amelia Stevens<\/a><\/strong> above for inspiration. As a side note, hosting a destination wedding is an effective, albeit expensive, way to keep the guest list small.<\/p>\n

Do you have a sweet tooth? The boarding pass idea can also be done as a golden ticket, with your wedding invitation wrapped around a bar (or block) of gold wrapped chocolate. Your guests will feel as excited and carefree as a kid again! Any invitation along this theme, or a travel theme, would work alongside a honeymoon wishing well or a guest book where people sign a globe instead of a book.<\/p>\n

Letterpress and foil<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Letterpress<\/a><\/p>\n

Nothing says luxury more than letterpress<\/strong><\/a> or foil<\/a><\/strong> – put both together and you have a winner! Combining the two is a way to create a truly unique invitation that will make your guests (not to mention you and your fianc\u00e9) feel like royalty.<\/p>\n

Letterpress –<\/strong> a timeless technique that produces quality you can feel as the words are literally indented into the paper.<\/p>\n

Foil –<\/strong> creates a gold or silver shine that highlights key words or aspects of the design. Raised foil<\/a><\/strong> is smooth to the touch and creates a feeling of opulence for your guests.<\/p>\n

These two stunning printing techniques show people that you have gone the extra mile for something special in your invitations, and the best part is that you can carry foil and letterpress through as style themes for your menu cards<\/a><\/strong>, order of service<\/a><\/strong> and thank you cards<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Scratch to win<\/h2>\n

\"Scratch<\/a><\/p>\n

Most people have experienced the excitement of a scratchy at one time or another. Give your family and friends a double thrill with this fun, interactive wedding invitation idea. Inside the envelope include a penny or five cent coin, and your guests have to scratch to reveal all the details of your wedding. Now that\u2019s something you don\u2019t see every day!<\/p>\n

Acrylic wedding invitations<\/h2>\n

For some people, paper just won’t do, and one option for your special day is acrylic wedding invitations or clear plastic wedding invitations. These designs may be completely clear or they may be opaque – some are even coloured – but either way, the information is printed on a thin plastic sheet. Your best bet for finding acrylic wedding invitations in Australia is to browse online for specialist retailers.<\/p>\n

Novelty print<\/h2>\n

We\u2019ve all seen a novelty print, but did you know that you can get wedding invitations printed on just about anything? These are some objects that people have gotten their wedding invitation printed on:<\/p>\n