When it comes down to the Memphis wedding invitations, it's not about getting something pretty – it's about getting something that makes your guests say “wow.” A general rule of thumb: if you're not impressed, they won't be impressed. The best part of the Memphis wedding invitations is that it doesn't have to be expensive in order to induce the breath-taking effect. Creative ingenuity goes a long way in this department. Put your thinking caps on and your heads together and see what you come up with!

Be original
Sure, this is all well and good for the naturally-creative couple – what about those who are lacking in the originality department? Start off by picking up a few wedding magazines. Sometimes you'll find a great section on wedding invitations, complete with instructions on how to make your own. Go through the entire magazine from cover to cover; most bridal magazines like to feature innovative ideas and current trends, and you may just come across a picture or two of funky invitations that will inspire you in a new way.

Get inspired
After drawing up a few tentative designs with a color scheme in mind, you're about ready to visit your local arts and crafts store. If the last time you went inside one was when your grandmother made you tag along for some thread for her doilies, you're in for a real treat. The have an endless array of invitation adornments and embellishments, paper, stamps, calligraphy pens and even books which show you a step-by-step process on writing, folding, and painting. Pick up a “how to write in calligraphy” book along with some already-made faux rose-buds. Although handwriting each one could be tedious, if you give yourself plenty of time, you'll be fine! 

For more inspiration on your Memphis wedding invitations, check out the Memphis stationary stores we have listed below.

MagnetStreet Weddings (800-788-0611; www.magnetstreet.com)
MagnetStreet has it all. Although they specialize in elegant, hand-crafted wedding invitations, they also offer save the date invitations and magnets, thank you cards, and calendar magnets. Their work is clean and professional, and their services are friendly and personal. They work very fast and they have never missed a deadline. If you're looking for something individualized and exquisite, this is the best company to work with. Their online services make leaving the house obsolete. Take a look at their online inventory and see if they have anything you like! For more information email brides@magnetstreet.com.

The Stovall Collection (901-767-8808; www.stovallcollection.com)
In addition to Memphis, The Stovall Collection can be found in Oxford, Mississippi, Knoxville, Tennessee and Arkansas. They've been serving the mid-south for the past 12 years, able to stay in business due to their expertise and high-quality products. In addition to an inventory affluent with wedding invitations created by the most contemporary designers, Stovall also sells elegant paper napkins, greeting cards, seating cards, handmade wrapping paper, elegant ribbons, and blank invitations for a great price. Look no further! Call in or email courtney@stovallcollection.com for more information.

Shara's Paperie (901-737-5056; www.sharaspaperie.com)
This retail and design store was started up in 2004 in Memphis, Tennessee. The owner, Shara Danziger, began this company as a way to combine both her graphic design talents and love of good paper products. She has made every effort to ensure that her store carries only the best in stationary, paper, and journals, along with the proper tools necessary for the creation of custom one-of-a-kind invitations. Their supply of custom design paper comes in various colors and with a wide assortment of print types – paired with the right embellishments and you've got amazing wedding invitations! Don't delay; call to schedule an appointment today!