Fabric-Inspired Wedding Invitations

Plaid and its close cousin houndstooth come together on these letterpress invitations. Lead off with save-the-dates sporting one motif, then mix and match your other details. The only rule: Keep the colors consistent throughout. Clockwise from top: Albertine Press suite with envelope liner, save-the-date, and escort card. All postage in story, championstamp.com.

The centuries-old Indonesian weaving technique brings a bohemian bent to scarves, skirts, and now stationery. Splurge on letterpress (shown here) to add dimension, or save with offset printing. Curious & Co. Creative "Rachel" suite, escort cards, and menus; printed by Cleanwash Letterpress.

If you've banned horizontal lines from your closet, it's time to reconsider: These invites positively own the classic French style. Each piece is hand-painted, and though the suite looks pretty here in raspberry, you can choose any shade under the sun. Cynthia Warren Design suite and ceremony program.

Fashion houses love working angles into prints, and this letterpress suite co-opts the look with isosceles triangles and razor-thin lines. A sleek sleeve with a scalene cutout plays a sophisticated game of peek-a-boo -- just like runway dresses. Studio on Fire "Arrow Union" suite, sleeve, thank-you, and guestbook cards.

This letterpress pattern is vibrant, modern, and, most of all, versatile. The bright pops of yellow and green scream "outdoor affair!" but these flowers would also be fitting for a fete in a contemporary city loft. Elum Designs "Wheatgrass" suite, envelope liner, and reception card.