I am so honored to see this wedding featured in Mississippi Magazine for their 2012 Wedding Register. I can’t think of a more deserving couple or a more fun wedding to see gracing the pages of this state-renowned publication.

What is Lucky Luxe?

More than just an invitation, Lucky Luxe provides a complete design experience allowing clients to express their personal style and sentiment with a look that is exclusively their own, or by choosing their favorite customizable suite from the Lucky Luxe collection.

You specialize in Letterpress printing. What exactly is that?

Letterpress is one of the oldest and most beautiful printing techniques and dates back to the invention of the movable type by Johann Gutenberg. Metal plates with the images raised are inked and then pressed against soft impressionable paper — a technique that is more a form of art rather than science as no 2 pieces are exactly alike.

Because the paper is hand-fed on an antique press dating back to the 1800s, each piece is subtly unique. Today, not only do letters appear crisp on heavy cotton paper, but you can feel the recessed texture around the type. This is a distinctive characteristic of letterpressing. From the look and feel of each piece, it stands out among other printing types found today.

What makes Letterpress special?

In the digital age, printed materials, beautiful, tangible, printed goods are a dying art. A letterpress wedding invitation is a precious thing—the supple cotton paper, the announcement it bears, it’s special. It announces the beginning of a new family and that’s one of the few sacred occasions in a a person’s lifetime.

I think only letterpress has the ability to remain timeless, even as technology continues to evolve. Letterpress is one of the oldest printing methods in the world, and to print your wedding invitation in that way connects you to a history. It makes a statement that an email or digital printing never could.

How do you begin the design process for your custom orders?

For Bespoke orders (fully custom), I ask that clients prepare a Flickr or Photobucket album of inspiration images (the more the better), then I try to get to know them a little bit, how they got engaged, where they met, etc., before I design a fully-tailored invitation suite.

What is the average cost of a collection order or custom order?

There are many options and customizations available so the cost varies wildly. The average vintage postcard save-the-date order (all postcards are digitally printed) costs about $400. The average invitation order totals around $1,500. For Bespoke, it’s just $145 more than the Collection cost.

Do you offer anything for those brides who love your designs but just can’t fit the cost of letterpress into their budget?

As an alternative to the higher price of full-service printing and design, we are excited to offer an option for our budget-minded and DIY brides.

Just because you’re on a budget doesn’t mean you should sacrifice beautiful design! By going this route, we design a piece for you from the Collection or Bespoke, and after the proofing and approval process, we send you a print-ready Adobe PDF file. This option does not include paper or envelopes, but we are happy to make recommendations for online vendors and printing resources so you don’t have to print or trim a thing.

The Amazingness

Check out the Lucky Luxe Collection or Bespoke galleries for more images. (Photos by Erin Napier)

About Erin

I graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with an emphasis in print design from the University of Mississippi in 2007. I worked at an advertising agency in Memphis and in the art department of a technology company designing collateral and advertising, but my heart wasn’t in it.

Once I designed my own wedding invitation and played with the typeface possibilities, the color palette, I was in love. Type is my favorite design element which is the whole of a wedding invitation. It’s exactly what I want to do at this stage of my career, and it’s a huge blessing that I know it at my age.

I thank God everyday that he gave me the opportunity to do what I love and pay the bills.

Caterer & Floral: Fresh Cut Catering
Band: Tim Avalon Band
Rentals: Great Southern Events
Bride’s Cake: That Special Touch

I’m finding myself in the midst of You
Beyond the music, beyond the noise
All that I need is to be with You
And in the quiet hear Your voice

- Mercy Me

How I hope to spend 2012. What are your hopes this year?

Photo credit: the lovely and uber talented April and Paul

Some are from our first year of marriage, some are from our babies’ first Christmases and some are just little visual reminders that Christmas is so much more than Santa Claus and elves.

Though I rarely buy new ornaments unless they really mean something special to me, I always love browsing Etsy to see what new, interesting creations I can find. During this time of year, you don’t have to look hard to find a wonderful blend of Christmas decor and creations. Below are a few beautiful handmade Christmas ornaments that I just had to share with you.

1. Handmade Nativity Scene Christmas Ornament
2. Wool Felted Acorn Ornaments
3. Paper Star Ornaments
4. Upcycled Atlas Ornaments
5. Custom Round Text Tile Ornaments
6. Birch Bark Christmas Heart Ornaments

Be sure to leave a comment and let Lacie know how completely adorable these kids are.

The Jackson, MS wedding did not disappoint to say the least. Shelley, John and their huge group of friends know how to have fun. From near-death experiences shooting on active train tracks (I swear, I didn’t cross the yellow line! … much) to security guards dancing alone in the dark outside the windows; there was never a dull moment

Shelley wore the most beautiful vintage Dior earrings.

You are FIERCE, woman. There is no other word for it.

Who says bridal parties have to be evenly split. I LOVED how they included exactly who they wanted to, regardless of gender. Definitely a tradition that has seen it’s better days.

A gorgeous, simple ceremony inside the train depot. Lovely.

You could say they are Gators fans.

This is a dance floor that never saw a dull moment. DJ Suzy knows how to keep a party going.

You guys definitely know how to throw a party! Congrats!

They couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful setting.

The log centerpieces and game tables were cut and fashioned by the groom and his groomsmen. Talk about a personal touch!

The Smore stations were a hit, especially with the kids.

A huge thanks to Signature Occasions, Fresh Cut Catering and Floral (always a hit), and the wonderful band put together by Tim Avalon. It was definitely a night to remember!

The time and effort put into this wedding were motivated by much more than a desire for impeccable style. Once you get to know her you realize that Lacie’s love for all things rustic comes from a place of love and nostalgia and is more a representation of how she treats those around her, with attention and care, rather than an effort to show off her mad DIY abilities.

The gorgeous birdcage veil (love!) was handmade by Lacie.

The bridemaids’ dresses were all purchased in one shopping trip (It can be done!). Unique dresses really show off the personality of each of the girls rather than becoming a sea of color. It doesn’t hurt that these girls are all gorgeous.

Lacie and Kendall did a wonderful job of including his sweet daughters in the day. You can tell they love Lacie and are so excited about their new little family.

The God’s knot is a really unique ceremony that is a replacement for the traditional unity candle.

Leave a comment below and be sure to tell me which detail was your favorite.

The first look. The best thing to happen to brides and grooms since arranged marriages went out of style.

Lindsey and Will hired the Fondren Trolley to take the bridal party from the church to the reception. Always an awesome ride!

This, ladies and gentlefolks, is The South. My new favorite venue. Awesome light, awesome atmosphere, and food and decor by Wendy Putt. You just can’t go wrong.