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Bespoke wedding menu cards that wow your guests

Bespoke wedding menu cards that wow your guests

| Becky Smithbury

Wedding dining has never been more exciting, and your menu cards deserve to keep up. I share all the delicious moments worth their own design, from welcome cocktails and canapes to buffet stations, food trucks and midnight snacks. You’ll see how themed touches like “Drink Me” cocktails or watercolour waves build anticipation, why menus should weave into your wider stationery story, and how thoughtful design turns them into keepsakes.

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Pantone's Colour of the Year 2026: Cloud Dancer - the wedding stationery trend that you're probably already following

Pantone's Colour of the Year 2026: Cloud Dancer - the wedding stationery trend that you're probably already following

| Becky Smithbury

Pantone has handed us Cloud Dancer for 2026, essentially a very polite shade of white. I’ll admit I was deflated at first, but then it clicked: crisp white card is the canvas under every single one of my suites, so my couples have been effortlessly on trend all along. Join me for a tongue-in-cheek celebration of the blank page, then watch colour dance across it with Bright Summer Floral, Coral Splash, Wild Romance and Black Brushstrokes.

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Fabric Wedding Signs: Your Guide to Soft, Romantic Signage

Fabric Wedding Signs: Your Guide to Soft, Romantic Signage

| Becky Smithbury

There’s something magical about a fabric sign dancing gently in the breeze, but are they right for your day? I weigh up fabric against traditional hard signage, covering the practical bits that matter: placement and hanging, weather (soggy fabric is nobody’s friend), and why fabric packs brilliantly for destination weddings. You’ll find lots of lovely ways to use them, plus a clear at-a-glance guide to help you decide between the two.

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Maximalist Wedding Invitations: Bold Designs for Big Love

Maximalist Wedding Invitations: Bold Designs for Big Love

| Becky Smithbury

Maximalism is firmly my happy place, and this post makes the case for going big, bold and beautifully over the top. I explain what maximalist really means (thoughtfully abundant, never chaotic), and the elements that make it sing: rich colour, layered design, mixed typography, foiling and wax seals. There are six Design Shop collections to explore, from jewel-toned Dutch Masters to deep Marsala Wine, plus answers to your most common questions.

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Save the Dates That Celebrate Your Unique Wedding Venue

Save the Dates That Celebrate Your Unique Wedding Venue

| Becky Smithbury

If your venue is the star of your wedding, put it on your save the dates. I share why a glasshouse, city landmark, historic estate or quirky spot deserves the spotlight, then walk through creative ways to capture it: custom venue illustrations, hand-drawn maps, signature architectural details, and seasonal natural elements. You’ll also see why bespoke design works best for one-of-a-kind venues, and when to send your save the dates.

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Garden Wedding Invitations: The Perfect Stationery for Your Outdoor Celebration

Garden Wedding Invitations: The Perfect Stationery for Your Outdoor Celebration

| Becky Smithbury

Not all garden weddings look the same, so your stationery shouldn’t either. Whether you’re picturing a cottage garden, a wildflower meadow, a tropical glasshouse or a structured botanical space, I’ll help you match it. I share five collections to inspire you, from Bright Summer Floral to Tropical Palms and Lavender Petals, plus when to send your invitations and how to carry your garden story through every piece, right down to the welcome sign.

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2026 Wedding Stationery Trends to Inspire Your Big Day

2026 Wedding Stationery Trends to Inspire Your Big Day

| Becky Smithbury

Wondering what’s next for 2026? I’m sharing the stationery trends I’m genuinely excited about, from earthy sunset palettes and sustainable local celebrations to striking single-colour designs and bold maximalist colour. We’ll also explore gatefold invitations, layered luxury, illustrative storytelling, and treating your suite as one cohesive experience from save the dates to thank yous. Think of these as creative starting points, not rules, and pick the threads that feel authentically you.

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A Liverpool Love Story: Hannah & Jack's Bespoke Wedding Stationery

A Liverpool Love Story: Hannah & Jack's Bespoke Wedding Stationery

| Becky Smithbury

Step inside Hannah and Jack’s bespoke Liverpool wedding stationery, built around two iconic venues: the Royal Liver Building and Oh Me Oh My. I share how we layered autumnal toffee, peach and burgundy florals onto a Minimal Monochrome base, and created a full set of illustrated table names nodding to their dogs, favourite Lark Lane wine bar and even Lord of the Rings. Plus my favourite Liverpool venues to design for.

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