Discovering New Luxury Wedding Invitation ideas and designs | An inside look at Lela New York invitation designs in this video interview

In this video interview, Lela shares some of her favorite luxury wedding invitations with you.
Get an inside look at the popular New York designer's couture stationery designs!

xo

Do's and Don'ts on getting your Best Photos | Lela shares her portrait shoot | Photos by Trent Bailey

The other day I had the pleasure of having my portraits done with the amazing Trent Bailey. I love his lovely photography! It always feels so pretty and light. A true pro! Thanks goes out to him and to Gabriella from Gabriella New York Bridal Salon for letting us shoot in her beautiful bridal salon.

There are many occasions that you can get pro photos taking during your wedding day celebrations and especially for your engagement. It's tons of fun and you'll be happy that you have those memories to share.

Here are some Do's and Don't's to help you along on your portrait or engagement shoot.

1. DO Wear solid color or brights.
DON'T wear too many patterns in contrasting colors. It takes away from you and is distracting in the photos.

2. DO have your hair and makeup did ;)
DON'T wait till the day of to figure out your hair or makeup. Even a casual photo shoot can look sloppy or not as good if you had taken the time to either get that makeup or hair trial or even trying some looks on yourself before the day of the shoot.

3) DO look like yourself
DON'T have your hair in a formal updo if you never wear one. Same with your makeup, don't do the crazy dark smokey eye if you never wear one. This isn't to say not to play up your makeup. You are gonna want to add a little more, remembering that the camera usually bleaches out most of it.

4) DO get your engagement shots and other celebration photographs taken by a true pro.
DON'T miss out on those great opportunities in life by documenting your celebrations and especially your engagement. It will also help in practicing that winning smile for your big day :)

5) DO have fun and enjoy it!
DON'T stress and pose with every shot. Some of the best shots are taken when you aren't looking and are natural. Trust your photographer to capture these moments.

xo

Luxury Wedding Invitations | Silver and lace details | Fisher Island Invitations

When Stephanie came to Lela New York for her luxury wedding invitations she was looking for something luxurious to match her venue, The Fisher Island Club in Miami and wanted her guests to be wowed!

Lela created silver silk covered trifold invitations to match her silver wedding details and venue inspiration. We added our classic lace that we are known for and added a custom crystal brooch for an added luxe touch!

She loved it!

xo

Photography by Lucky Me Photography

The Royal Wedding Invitations | Kate and William's Luxury Wedding Invitations

I was so excited when Lela New York was asked by Brides.com to redesign the Royal Wedding Invitations of Prince William and Kate Middleton! Here is our version ;)

Mixing both classic and modern details I wanted to use our very popular silk gatefolds for the invite accessory and keeping the actual invitation card classic. We made a portrait style invitation and used a royal navy for the silk color that was custom embroidered in a deeper navy to give a rich texture. A gold version was also applied on the inside of the invitation which can be seen when the invite is opened. The center closure is a custom made emblem that has the Royal "ER" engraved in the center and adorned with crystal details.
The invitation itself is a cream extra thick cotton stock that has been beveled and printed in a traditional all script gold engraving.
The whole invitation would be sent in a custom diecut envelope that has a custom printed liner in a matching gold pattern.

Here is a closer look!

What do you guys think?
Here is the original invitation

xo

Anatomy of The Modern Invite by New York Luxury Wedding Invitation designer Lela New York

With wedding invitations containing enclosures, reception cards, outer envelopes, inner envelopes, accommodation cards, and so much more, what should a bride choose for her modern invitation sets? Well here is Lela New York Invitation and Stationery Studio to the rescue with your guide to help you choose what is right for you. All Luxury Invitations shown are designed by Lela New York.


The Invite: This is the formal invitation to your big day! It should include the host the bride and groom, location, date, time and dress attire.

Belly Band: This is the paper detail that wraps around your invitation and other enclosures and holds everything neatly in place.

The Outer Envelope & Inner Envelope: This envelope holds your invitation and other enclosures. It has the bride's or host's return address printed on the flap. You now, may also have a more modern mailer box as well. Now a days, most brides do not use an inner envelope. Instead they choose a more modern approach and choose a decorative envelope, fabric book, box or other fabric envelope to hold their invitations.

The Reception Card: Use this card when your ceremony location is different than your reception. This card invites your guests to your reception.

Response Card or RSVP: This is the card your guests will send back with their reply. RSVP is a french abbreviation for Répondez si'l vous plaît. Which means, Please Reply.

The Response Card Envelope: This envelope has the bride or host's printed address in the front. It is where your guest's place the RSVP to mail back to you with their reply.

Other enclosures: Direction Cards, Accommodation Cards, Maps, and Itinerary Cards. These cards depend on your wedding situation. Are you having a destination wedding? If yes, it is highly recommended to use an accommodation card where you list your local hotels where your guests can stay.

Calligraphy: This is your guest's addresses. They are printed on the front of the outer envelope or in some cases your outer mailer box.

A Real New York Vintage Inspired Wedding with Luxury wedding invitations by Lela New York

Hello All!

I wanted to share Rosalie and John's vintage New York wedding that was so beautifully photographed by Kristin over at Photomuse.
I just love all her pretty vintage details from the red polka dot shoes to Rosalie's pretty locket that was tied to her bouquet!

Lela New York created these NYC themed wedding invitations to reflect Rosalie's vintage style and incorporated the NYC skyline to reflect the spectacular view of their venue, Water Edge.

Lela LOVES NYC themed wedding invitations with a vintage theme

Lela loves creating NYC themed wedding invitations and these were extra fun to design because of the vintage theme behind them. Lela New York created custom artwork and included a fun postcard RSVP design and the vintage colors of dusty blues and greens went perfect!

Enjoy!

Lela is Away, I'm getting married!

Hello!!!

I can't believe it's here! I'm getting married today!!!
It feels like just yesterday I was writing and sharing my engagement details and sharing my wedding finds.
But no worries I'll be back October 8th with all the amazing details! Wish me luck!

xxoo

Luxury Wedding Invitations with a Hawaiian destination beach theme by New York wedding invitation designer Lela New York

I wanted to share more of the Luxury wedding invitations Lela New York created for this bride's Hawaiian destination beach wedding. The couple wanted an elegant beach themed wedding invitation that would introduce their guests to their amazing venue, The Four Seasons Wailea, Maui. Lela New York created linen invitations which were adorned with beautiful custom crystal starfish closures and letterpressed in blush pinks and sage greens.  I love that color combo!

Enjoy!

VOTE for Lela New York's Wedding Invitations - we NEED you!

Lela New York needs your help! We got a late start, since we didn't know we were nominated till a few days ago. Love that we were but now we are SO behind ;( 

Please VOTE for Lela New York as best NY Wedding Invitation designer. 

You can vote once everyday!

Thank You!

VOTE HERE.

Gold Luxury Wedding Invitations by New York Wedding Invitation designer Lela New York

I wanted to share one of the recent gold silk wedding invitations we, at  Lela New York, have created.

These luxury wedding invitations are actual wedding invitation books that are covered in a luxurious gold silk with a pretty satin ribbon detail. The invitation itself was printed with gold ink on a pretty opalescent shimmer paper. The graphic decorative border was inspired by the bride's elegant and traditional wedding venue. The invitations were elegantly packaged and shipped to their wedding guests in a pretty white mailer box. The result was a beautiful and elegant introduction to the couples big day!

Enjoy!

Vintage Inspiration Board by New York Luxury wedding invitation designer Lela New York

Hi Everyone!

Just wanted to kick the weekend off with some pretty vintage purple inspiration with Lela New York's Luxury wedding invitations. The luxury letterpress invitations are super thick and made of a luxurious 4 ply/extra thick 100% cotton paper stock. The wedding invitations were printed with 3 colors and wrapped with a letterpress belly band in plum. Love purple with pewter grays and ivories. 

The wedding dress is by Monique Lhuillier and is just so romantic with that pretty vintage vibe that everyone is loving right now. And I just love the bridesmaid dress color from After Six.

Enjoy! 

Crystal Starfish and Turquoise Luxury Wedding Invitation box by Lela New York

Hello!
I wanted to share some more pictures of the luxury turquoise and crystal starfish invitation Lela New York created for a destination wedding in the Dominican Republic. I loved the yellow touches and woven paper accents.

Enjoy!

Luxury Wedding Invitations by Lela New York