Thursday, June 27, 2013

Red, White & America

Well, it's no surprise that we enjoy a themed party. Add a dash of red, white, blue and American flag to the mix, and you have our all-time favorite. Independence Day is a celebration that runs deep through the soul, 
a rejuvenating & invigorating holiday. 

From party supplies to decor to hostess gifts, Inviting Affairs has you covered for the ultimate USA holiday. 
Plus, we created this inspiration board to get you even more in the patriotic spirit!




Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Inviting Affairs Summer Sale!

This week we are having our BIG summer sale! Stationery, jewelry, home goods, invitations, iPhone 4 cases -- save up to 40%. Make sure to stop by the store to stock up on all things Inviting Affairs!!


Friday, June 14, 2013

Happy Father's Day

The day of dad is upon us, and we have your ultimate card round-up. From sincere to clever, here are a few of our favorite Father's Day paper goods.

{Tweed Father's Day Card via REstyle Source}

{The Everyman via Harry Winston}

{Letterpress Plaid via Honizukle}

{Darth Vader via LarsLoveLetters}

{Baby Daddy via jedluce}

{Pops via RocketInk}

{Good Looks via Print and Pillage}

{Second Mom via Perks of Aurora}

{Hats Off via Splash of Silver}

{FanSTACHEtic via Beallara}

{Dad.Lib via Minted}

{Mountain Plaid via Rifle Paper Co.}

Thursday, June 6, 2013

Watercolor + Ombre

Watercolor & Ombre, two trends that we think fade perfectly into one another. Strokes of color polished off with a hand-painted touch are sure to create a bright & ethereal affair! From our favorite Inviting Affairs custom watercolor invitation, to a tablecloth we need to own, below is our inspiration board for how to combine these artistic obsessions.


Friday, May 24, 2013

Memorial Day Delight

Memorial Day marks the official start of picnic season, and we are ready! Our favorite trend in the paper world lends to our entire all-american inspiration board -- Gingham. From invites to outfits, the classic pattern is making it's way off the picnic table. Throw in some ice cream & hot dogs, and you've created the perfect gathering for friends and family.

Thank you to the men & women who gave the ultimate service to this country, allowing our freedoms of life, liberty & love to stand strong!



Friday, May 17, 2013

Art That Inspires

The most beautiful stationery is one that tells a story. Each design and typeface reflects the individuals. This can be a lofty goal to reach in the design world, but that is when everything you encounter becomes an inspiration. One of our favorite ways to stretch our creative minds is to look outside the world of paper. Below are a few of our favorite art pieces & artists that have inspired us to stretch our imaginations & talents beyond expectation. {click here to view more}


Friday, May 10, 2013

Mrs. Kennedy!

If you've visited our shop, then you know Wynne - the sweetest girl we know and our lead designer extraordinaire! Inviting Affairs wouldn't be what it is today without her creativity, spirit & laughter. Thank you, Wynne! 

Wynne recently became MRS. Kennedy and we couldn't wait to share some of her beautiful moments captured by the fabulous Bend The Light Photography










Thursday, April 25, 2013

Mother's Day Top Picks

The day is soon approaching where we pull out the muffin tins & placements, head to the kitchen, and whip up a special something for everyone's favorite leading lady - Mom. She is the strength and heart of the home, so she deserves a card that is frame worthy. If you are searching for the picture perfect way to say 'Thank You' this year, we have you covered.



Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Fiesta de Mayo

With Fiesta San Antonio kicking off this week and Cinco de Mayo waiting just around the corner, we can't help but be in colorful spirits. Nothing brings us more joy than the refreshing taste of a margarita or bouquet of paper flowers. Hang your papel picado high and grab a cascarone, we are giddy for this celebración inspiration board.


Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Spring Hues: Mint & Gold

Spring has sprung at Inviting Affairs and new color combinations are blooming daily. Golden hues and fresh mint are stealing our design hearts as we welcome chic pastels back into season. Here are a few of our favorite ways marry these bright tones together.


{1. Watercolor Streams 2. Southern Weddings: Golden Vow 3. Elegant Invitation 4. Fresh Mint Menu 5. Bella Figura: Letterpress Love  6. Rifle Paper Co: Bright Hello!}


Follow our Facebook page for more spring inspirations: Facebook.com/InvitingAffairs

Thursday, February 21, 2013

Beautiful Austin Wedding


I know this pretty much goes without saying, but there’s nothing quite like a bright, yellow hue to add the perfect dose of happy to your Big Day.  Not that this darling Austin duo needed it, mind you.  Their smiling faces are delivering enough happy to last a decade (literally), but prop their downright adorableness up against a sunshiny backdrop like this one planned to perfection by Pearl Events Austin and it’s like the best day ever with amazing blooms from Bouquet of Austin and one lovely image after another captured by Concept Photography

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From the Bride… Initially, I was trying to find the right color for the wedding, and the color I kept coming back to was yellow, and BRIGHT yellow at that. I would describe it as “happy, sunshine yellow.”  Soon, though, I was figuring what color complements yellow, and then I kept thinking grey. Then, that soon molded the bright, sunshine yellow, to more of a deep, mustard yellow and thought it had such a rustic feel to it, so I started going down that route. I didn’t go completely rustic, but I did want some rustic flair to the wedding.  Even though it was a pain, the DIY was probably my favorite, such as the Photo Booth poster, the party favor tags, and escort cards. A lot of the guest said they appreciate all the personal touches we did.

Wedding Photography: Concept Photography / Wedding Venue: Vintage Villas in Austin, Texas / Wedding Coordinator: Jessica Brightwell from Pearl Events Austin / Floral Design: Bouquet of Austin / Officiant: Scott Payne from The Knot Tyer / Wedding Cake: Sugar Mama’s Bake Shop / DJ: Complete Music / Invitations + Programs: Inviting Affairs / Photo Booth: Central Texas J-Booth / Transportation: Capital Pedicab / Hair + Makeup: Lucie Marie