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Beginner June 2012

Invitation Font - boring i know!!....

Jlo84, 22 November, 2011 at 20:54 Posted on Planning 0 13

Hiya,

Just tying up my inserts for my pocket fold invites but can't seem to find a good font. Has anyone used or seen a font they thought looked nice on a wedding invite?

Many thanks,

Jen x

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Latest activity by Keira, 14 October, 2026 at 13:57
  • Blonde Viki
    Beginner July 2012
    Blonde Viki ·
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    It's not boring - it's very important!

    I'm using kokonor, which is a Mac Font but similar fonts to it are Lucinda Calligrahpy and Apple Chancery (below)


    I like these because they are a little bit twirly and elegant but not so much so that they become illegible Smiley smile

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  • kharv
    Beginner March 2012
    kharv ·
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    I am a self confessed font geek.

    I used Merced: http://simplythebest.net/fonts/fonts/merced.html

    I really like Scriptina: https://www.dafont.com/scriptina-pro.font

    Dragonfly is quite nice for headings: http://simplythebest.net/fonts/fonts/dragonfly.html

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  • Helenia
    Beginner September 2011
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    We used Monotype Corsiva for ours.

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  • J
    Beginner June 2012
    Jlo84 ·
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    Awww thanks ladies, I shall get on with testing them out!! x

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  • leni-lw!
    Beginner November 2011
    leni-lw! ·
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    This was ours

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  • CANypuly
    Beginner June 2026 West Yorkshire
    CANypuly ·
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    I don't think invitation fonts are boring at all—they can really set the tone for the whole wedding! A simple, elegant style is often more timeless than something overly decorative. If you're still looking for inspiration, I like experimenting with different text styles using a schriftgenerator instagram to see what suits a theme before making a final choice. Wishing you the best with your wedding planning and invitations!

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  • L
    Herefordshire
    Layn ·
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    Hi Jen! I think a clean, elegant font would look lovely for wedding invites, especially one that’s easy to read while still feeling special. You could also try looking at أسماء جديدة for some fresh inspiration on different lettering styles.

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  • A
    Nevada
    A1223123 ·
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    Hello everyone,

    Invitation fonts can definitely feel boring when they don’t match the mood of the event. A subtle cursive style can make wedding or party invitations feel more elegant, while playful lettering works better for casual celebrations. I like comparing a few options before settling on one, and fuentes de letras makes it easy to experiment with different copy-and-paste styles.

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  • W
    Beginner July 2024 Utah
    WayneKeefe ·
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    I’d go for something elegant but still easy to read, especially for the smaller text on invitation inserts. A simple serif or a soft script can look lovely without making the wording feel too busy. You could browse https://typetype.org/ for some font ideas and compare different styles before deciding. It’s also worth printing a small sample first, since some fonts look quite different at invitation size.

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  • Scott
    Greater Manchester
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    I’d go for a font pairing rather than trying to use one decorative font for everything. A script or elegant serif can look beautiful for the names, while a simpler font keeps the date, venue, and other details easy to read. It’s also worth checking the final design at its actual printed size. If you’re working on the digital side of the project too, lcp is another useful factor to keep in mind for page performance.

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  • Mr Harry
    Beginner August 2026 Colorado
    Mr Harry ·
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    If you're editing the welcome page photo for your wedding website, check the text or design settings in the editor first. If you want a more decorative look, you can also try Fancy Text Generator and choose a style that fits your wedding design.

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  • Nehrosh
    Beginner March 2031 Wiltshire
    Nehrosh ·
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    I agree that choosing the right font is important for wedding invitations! Elegant calligraphy and cursive fonts can make invitations look more personal and beautiful, as long as the text remains easy to read. If you're still exploring styles, a calligraphy font generator can help you compare different lettering styles before deciding on your final design.

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  • Keira
    Beginner December 2026 Virginia
    Keira ·
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    I actually think invitation fonts can make a big difference in the overall look and feel of an invitation. Even a simple design can look elegant with the right typography, spacing, and colors. I usually look at different examples before choosing a style, and reading By Pass My Exam Reviews is another example of how people use online feedback to explore different options and experiences. What fonts do you prefer for invitations: classic and elegant or modern and creative?

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