Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Wedding Planning & Advice Wedding Invitations, Cards & Stationery 30 Modern Wedding Invitations We Love By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Published on March 8, 2012 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Chrisman Studios We've all seen the traditional wedding invitation—plain white background, black cursive writing, and an ornate border. While there's nothing wrong with sticking to the classics, we can't blame you if you crave something a little different. Wedding standards are constantly evolving and today's invites looks starkly different from those popular in years past. Depending on the formality level, theme, or dress code of your upcoming nuptial celebration, you might be more inclined to opt for something contemporary. Ahead, you'll find a range of modern suite inspiration that real couples used to invite attendees to their wedding. With tropical-inspired palm leaves, abstract prints, minimalist text, and muted color palettes, the following invitations are the definition of contemporary style. Our interpretation of contemporary paper goods still includes color and plenty of detail. We were particularly taken with swirly watercolor hues, gold-foil accenting, and splashy, retro-inspired shades. But if bold isn't your style, you will find plenty of subtle suites here, too, including typographical styles that emphasize text and textural designs made to mimic marble and agate. Ready to discover all of these unique notes for yourself? Click through for tons of inspiration. These new variations on the typical or traditional wedding paper suite might just spark an idea for your own. 01 of 30 Watercolor Blend Pat Furey Photography Scribbled by Stuti created these colorful invites using the watercolor shades featured on the rest of the suite's cards. Discover More Watercolor Invites 02 of 30 Connect the Letters Maria Lamb Photography This note, by Gather and Co, was a bit of a metaphor—the letters of the couple's names were connected, symbolizing their union. 03 of 30 The New Black and White Silvius James Photography Modernity's new neutrals—blush and gold—added softness to a punchy black-and-white suite. 04 of 30 See-Through Anna Delores Photography This transparent invite, by Prim & Pixie, conveyed just the basics: the couple's name, the date and time, venue location, and dress code. 05 of 30 Deckle-Edge Rebecca Amber Photography A rough edge gave contemporary white notes from Spread Love Events just a hint of old-world charm. The burgundy envelope—complete with a gray, merlot, and jet watercolor liner—brought it right into the 21st century. Love Deckle-Edge? Check Out These Impressive Cakes 06 of 30 Tropical Gantes Co. Illustrated palm and monstera leaves brought a touch of Maui to this barely-blush stationery by Odd Daughter Paper Co. More Tropical Wedding Ideas That'll Put You On Island Time 07 of 30 Contemporary Crest We Heart Photography BerinMade put a spin on the traditional family crest with this French press, spectacles, wifi, and pup interpretation. It was used to top the graph paper suite (also by BerinMade) and a banner, which was hung during the reception. 26 Monogram Wedding Ideas We Love 08 of 30 Portraits Les Anagnou Photos of the couple, dressed up in wedding-style clothing, made these otherwise simple invites a bit more personal. 09 of 30 Gold Swirl Josh Gruetzmacher Imperfect gold foil adorned Found and Created's skinny invites, which were backed with classic love quotes. More Wedding Details You Can GildThis Backyard Wedding Was Glammed Up with Gilded Details 10 of 30 Mud Cloth Mr. & Mrs. Wedding Duo Sophia Loves Letters mixed leather with prints typically found on mud cloth to create this adventure-inspired suite. 11 of 30 Mid-Century Modern Shades White Woodland Canary yellow and rust envelopes (lined with a state map) brought '70s vibes to an otherwise natural set by Saffron Avenue. 12 of 30 Acrylic Slab Matthew Moore Photography This paper suite wasn't a paper suite at all—instead, an ultra-thin acrylic square, embossed with gold lettering, did the job. 13 of 30 Tissue Paper Betty Clicker The blush, cream, and cognac hues of this Goods Gang suite dressed up the straightforward, blocky text printed on the invite's translucent paper. 14 of 30 Fashionistas Jeff Brummett Visuals Paper & Posies added model "sketches" to this fashion-forward couple's suite—a touch that was both personal and modern. 15 of 30 Serene Stationery Jodi and Kurt Skinny, contemporary text and a pale-blue color palette gave these notes, by Lupa and Pepi, a calming vibe. 16 of 30 Teal and Cerulean Lauren Scotti Photography This suite's vintage welcome and post-wedding brunch cards were welcome juxtapositions to the bright modern colors and blocky text of the invite and RSVP slip. Discover More Vintage-Inspired Wedding Invitations 17 of 30 Leather-Bound Jessica's Photography The couple went for a minimal, all-white set by Refine Studio, but wrapped the suite in ribboned leather for a touch of warmth. 18 of 30 Moody Rachel Havel Photography Tangerine Room Events and Oak + Pen combined their expertise to create this set. The moody artwork and dreamy calligraphy made for a modern suite. Get the Best of Wedding Invitations 19 of 30 Anemones Shannen Natasha of The Wedding Artists Collective This bride enlisted her squad to help with these gorgeous, simplistic invitations. Megan Lorenzo of Tiny Bones Press designed the minimalist font, while Ceci Johnson of Ceci New York illustrated the envelope liner. Go Inside This Fashionable Wedding 20 of 30 Muted Lucy Munoz Photography This watercolor stationery suite featured a painting of the bride and groom. Lace and Lettering created the invitations. 21 of 30 Shades of Blue Carmen Santorelli Photography Sans-serif text, bright, bold blues, and a faded design made these invitations pop. 22 of 30 Watercolor Sophie Epton Photography This modern, whimsical suite featured a brushstroke of purple, but an otherwise-minimalist design. 23 of 30 Dip-Dyed ali + julie Chocolate Creative Design dip-dyed these one-of-a-kind invitations, which were mailed in white envelopes with eye-catching liners. Go Inside This Boho Wedding 24 of 30 Glitzy Glamor Lance Nicoll The interesting design on this berry-and-metallic suite featured a fresh take on florals. 25 of 30 Bohemian Julie Paisley Photography These edgy invites, by Designs in Paper, included patterned envelope liners, a cool font, and lots of black. Get More Boho-Chic Wedding Inspiration 26 of 30 Simple and Sweet Jose Villa Taupe and white were the starring colors in this geometric stationery suite by Lazaro Press & Design. 27 of 30 Geometric Krista Mason Photography Beautiful shades of pink and purple brought refreshing color to these wedding invitations. See More Geometic Wedding Invitations 28 of 30 Marbled Tec Petaja This foil-printed and letterpressed Bliss & Bone suite was placed in a marble-printed vellum pocket. Go Inside this Chic Wedding 29 of 30 Artsy Jose Villa From the envelope and the artwork within to the salmon seal to the unique stamps, this creative, fashionable invitation suite was certainly memorable. 30 of 30 Timeline Jen Dillender Photography A quirky timeline marked with different icons made this suite fun and modern. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit