Engagement party invitations set the tone before guests arrive. Choose a printed design from the collection, personalise the wording, colours and fonts in the online editor, and tailor the size, paper, print method and quantity to your event. The result is a physical invitation that tells people how formal or relaxed the celebration will be.
How ordering and personalisation works
Choose a printed engagement party invitation design from the collection. In the online editor, you can adjust the wording, colours and fonts to match your event, then select the size, paper, print method and quantity that are available for that design. After payment, a designer checks the order and sends a digital proof within 1 to 2 business days. Unlimited ordinary proof edits are included while you finalise the wording and layout, and printing starts only after you approve the proof.
Bespoke design requests or special alterations that go beyond the selected design may be quoted separately. Digital printing in this range means ink printed on paper; it is not an electronic invitation service.
Choosing a design and wording
Match the design to the event
Your invitation should signal the format before guests read the details. Garden and winery celebrations often suit botanical illustrations, earthy tones, or soft watercolours. Coastal and formal evening events work well with navy, white, gold, or dark stock. Relaxed backyard parties can carry bolder typography and brighter colour.
If you have already chosen wedding stationery, look for a related palette or layout. If not, the engagement invitation can become the visual starting point for later pieces.
Wording checklist and sample
Keep the essential details clear:
- Both names of the engaged couple
- Date, day of the week, and start time
- Venue name and full street address
- Host name or host names
- RSVP deadline and contact method
- Dress code or gift note only if the event calls for it
A short sample:
Together with their families, Emma and James invite you to celebrate their engagement. Saturday 14 June at 6pm, The Botanical, South Yarra. Kindly reply by 31 May to sarah@example.com.
Paper and print choices
Print methods compared
- Digital print: full colour ink printed on paper; versatile across most design styles.
- Flat foil: metallic foil laid onto selected areas for a smooth metallic accent.
- Foil stamp: combines metallic foil with a pressed impression for a more tactile finish.
- Letterpress: ink pressed into the paper to create a debossed effect.
- White ink: opaque white printing on dark or coloured stock.
- Metallic ink: a subtle metallic sheen without the full mirror finish of foil.
Not every method is available on every design. Use the product selector to see what each design offers before you commit.
Paper stocks vary by design. Order a sample pack if you want to compare feel and finish before ordering. Printed invitation orders include white envelopes, and other envelope options or add-ons depend on the selected design.
Price and quantity
The price depends on the design, size, paper, print method and quantity you choose. The current selector is the best place to check the total as you adjust options. Order one invitation per invited household or couple, then add a few spares for last-minute additions and a keepsake copy or two.
Different print methods and paper options can affect price and availability, so compare the configuration rather than looking for one universal starting price.
Proof, production and delivery
Proof
After you order, a designer checks your personalisation and sends a proof within 1 to 2 business days. Review it carefully, request any ordinary edits, and approve it only when the details are correct. Printing does not begin before approval.
Production
Production times start after your final approval. Digital print production is 3 to 5 working days. Flat foil production is 7 to 10 working days. Letterpress and foil stamp production is 20 to 23 working days. These are production times before dispatch, not total delivery estimates. Paperlust printed cards are produced in Melbourne.
Delivery
Australian printed orders include free StarTrack Premium shipping. After dispatch, metro addresses usually receive the package on the next business day, while regional and rural delivery can take longer. Check the delivery and production times page and use the product date estimate to work out your order date. If your timeline is urgent, contact support to confirm eligibility and timing before ordering.
Timing and planning checklist
Send local invitations around 4 to 6 weeks before the party as a practical guide. If guests are travelling from interstate or overseas, allow more notice. Work backwards from the event date and include proof time, production time, and delivery time in your plan.
- Confirm party format, date, venue and host before editing.
- Set an RSVP deadline with your contact details attached.
- Check the engagement party guest list alongside the eventual wedding guest list.
- Order one invitation per invited household or couple, plus a few spares.
Coordinated stationery and later pieces
Many designs sit within broader collections. You can pair the engagement invitation with RSVP cards for structured replies, then carry the same palette into wedding invitations and thank you cards later.
If you are planning ahead, the collection may also include wedding signs, a seating chart, table numbers, place cards, menus, and a guest book. Mention the engagement design when starting later orders so the type and colour choices stay consistent.
Frequently asked questions
For most local guest lists, plan to send printed invitations around 4 to 6 weeks before the party. Allow more time for interstate or overseas guests. Include proof, production, and delivery time when working backwards from the event date.
Include both names, the date and time, venue name and full address, host name or names, RSVP deadline, and a way to reply. Add dress code or gift note only when useful.
Yes. Engagement party wording can be formal or relaxed depending on the event. Use the sample above as a base and adjust the tone to suit the venue and guest list.
Yes. Printed invitation orders include white envelopes. Other envelope colours or add-ons depend on the selected design.
No. Digital printing is full colour ink printed on paper. It is a physical card, not an electronic invitation service or downloadable file.
Production starts after final approval. Digital print production is 3 to 5 working days, flat foil is 7 to 10 working days, and letterpress or foil stamp is 20 to 23 working days. Delivery time is additional.
Yes. Many collections include engagement invitations, wedding invitations, RSVP cards, thank you cards and day-of pieces. Keep a note of the design name and palette so later orders can carry the same look.
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