How much do wedding invitations cost per person?

The cost per person for wedding invitations depends on the choices you make. A simple, single-card design printed on standard paper will cost less than a layered suite with thick card, envelopes, belly bands and wax seals. The number of items inside the envelope also matters, such as a details card, an RSVP card and a reply envelope.

Printing methods change the price too. Digital printing is usually the most affordable, while letterpress, foil stamping or embossing cost more because of the extra time and materials. Handmade or personalised touches, such as calligraphy or custom illustrations, also push the price up.

Think about what your guests actually need. A clear invitation with the date, time and venue is the essential part. Extra cards are lovely but not required. If you want to keep costs down, you can put details on your wedding website instead of printing them.

Remember that you will usually order one invitation per household, not per guest. A couple or a family counts as one invitation. So the per person cost is really about how many households you invite, not how many individuals.

Ask your printer for samples before you commit. That way you can feel the paper and see the colours in real life, not just on a screen.