Even with their slightly silly name, belly bands are becoming very popular in the wedding invitation world. Why? Because they’re practical. Not only do they hold all the contents of your invitations suite together nicely, they’re also extra “real estate” for continuing your wedding’s brand. Take a look at some we like: There are many [...]
I go away for a few days to thaw out from this dreadful Boston winter and come back to learn that the world’s largest retailer is in the stationery business. In the words of colleague Kim J.: “Nothing says special occasion like Wal-Mart.”
Behind? Check out parts one, two, and three. I’d heard that prominent families, grand politicians and other illustrious types consult with Olivier de Sercey for just the right engraved card or paper to represent their status. Weddings, baby announcements and party invitations are also a specialty.
Check out part one and part two. Across the Seine in the Marais neighborhood, I found an entire street lined with paper stores: Rue du Pont Louis Phillipe in the 4th arrondissement. Unfortunately, only two were open.
After my wallet-emptying adventure at Cassegrain in part 1, I went in search of the famous Benneton Graveur. Not to be confused with the Italian clothing company, this Benneton has been a family stationery business since 1880.
It’s December already and my September sabbatical in France is a fond memory now. While we explored, I took time to seek out a few well-known French stationers. Of all the grown-up luxuries Paris has to offer, nothing may be more indulgent in the digital age than bespoke stationery from one of the city’s venerable houses [...]
I often get asked about what pieces are essential for bridal stationery and which ones are just nice additions. While, I tend to believe more (paper) is sometimes better, this article from The Knot might help. 3 Pieces of Stationery Your Really Need
