Available Sizes

Our selection of wedding invitations ranges from the most traditional to the very modern. We offer three basic sizes, and we can also modify other products to create a unique invitation.

All of our wedding invitations are available in either a flat or foldover format. The flat card is similar to our Classic Correspondence Card in thickness. With the very traditional foldover format, the text is printed on the front, and the inside is left blank.

• Classic. The Classic is the most traditional size, and the Classic foldover is our most traditional invitation.
  
  • Flat or Foldover: 4-1/2" x 6-1/4"
  • Inner Envelope: 4-9/16" x 6-1/2"
  • Outer Envelope: 4-11/16" x 6-11/16"
  
  
• Embassy. Larger than the Classic, the Embassy is our most popular size.
  
  • Flat or Foldover: 5-1/2" x 7-1/2"
  • Inner Envelope: 5-3/4" x 7-3/4"
  • Outer Envelope: 5-7/8" x 7-7/8"
  
  
• Empire. The Empire is our largest size of wedding invitations.
  
  • Flat or Foldover: 6-1/2" x 8-3/4"
  • Inner Envelope: 6-3/4" x 8-15/16"
  • Outer Envelope: 7-1/16" x 9-3/16"
  
  
• Other Sizes. Sometimes our clients prefer to create wedding invitations from other sizes of stock we carry. These options can make a wedding invitation more modern. These sizes do not have inner envelopes, but they can be made from any of our paper colors.
  
  • #3 Card or Foldover: 4-1/4" x 6-3/8"
  • #5 Card: 4-7/8" x 7-1/8"
  • #7 Card: 3-3/4" x 7-1/4"

Additional Options

Beyond the size of your invitation, there are many other options to consider:

Paper Color. All of our invitations are available in two paper colors: White or Ecru. Ecru paper is the most traditional for a wedding invitation.

Paper Thickness. Sheets of Dempsey & Carroll's standard 1-ply paper, which features our watermark and is used for note sheets and letter sheets in our social stationery line, are used for the folded invitation. These sheets can then be bonded together to create thicker cards for our flat wedding invitations. The flat invitation is also available in a 4-ply thickness (see our Deluxe wedding line) and in a 6-ply thickness (see our Opulent wedding line).

Ink Color. Though Black ink is the most formal, a medium to dark Grey is one way to soften the look of your invitation. Vibrant color can also be used to create a more modern or informal look. All of our standard inks are available, and we can also match any color of your choosing.

Motifs, Crests, and Monograms. The entire range of Dempsey & Carroll signature motifs is available to adorn your invitation. Popular motifs using metallic ink include the seashell, bee, fleur-de-lis, and doves, among others. Any of our standard motifs can be run in a custom color, though some of our dies are created specifically for metallic ink.

Dempsey & Carroll can also work with you to create a die based on a family crest, event logo or custom design. Our engravers will create a separate die for each color in the design, as well as a "bump," which raises the image up from the paper. Joint and single monograms are another way to graphically personalize your invitation.

Typeface. In the product pages on our web site, you will find many of our most popular typefaces, but we have dozens from which to choose. You may view them by clicking here.

Beveling, Gilding, and Paneling. Wedding invitations on card stock, from 3- to 6-ply, can be beveled, which means cutting the edge at an angle. Beveled and non-beveled edges can be painted a metallic color, called gilding, or a matte color. A panel, which is an embossed "frame" near the edges of the paper, is usually used only when there is no other edge treatment.

Envelope Liners. Tissue is the traditional lining for the inner envelope. We offer a range of complementary matte and tissue colors but can also line envelopes with one of our custom printed liners or with other papers you provide.

Other Stationery to Consider

The invitation is only one part of a wedding stationery wardrobe. You may consider ordering other components at the same time:

• Save the Dates
• Response Cards and envelopes
• Reception Cards
• Directional Cards for enclosure with the invitations
• Programs
• Place Cards, Escort Cards (which provide a table number) and Menu Cards for the reception
• Bridal shower invitations
• Personalized bridal party gifts
• Foldover Notes for Thank Yous
• Joint stationery for after the wedding: cards, sheets and calling cards

How to Locate Our Wedding Invitations Online

For each of our three sizes of wedding invitation, we have several options in our galleries, based on our three card thicknesses and whether a standard motif is to be used. Please click here to view our primary wedding gallery.

Should you require any assistance with your wedding invitation, or if you would like customization options not included in our online products, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our sales staff. Dempsey & Carroll is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and Saturday from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm Eastern time. Also, we stay open until 7 pm on Thursdays. Please call us at 877-750-1878, and we will be happy to assist you over the phone or to schedule an appointment for a visit to our store at 1049 Lexington Avenue in New York City.

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