Calling all those deep in the wedding planning phase! We're about to spill the wax on how wedding wax seals can do so much more than adorn your invitations. From adding a touch of elegance to your favours, to sealing your heartfelt vows with a symbolic stamp, these little wonders are ready to sprinkle their magic throughout your special day. So, whether you're going for vintage chic or modern charm, join us as we explore the endless possibilities of wedding wax seals. It's time to seal the deal!
Putting a personalised stamp on your wedding
In the realm of wedding invitations, there's a traditional practice that has stood the test of time: wax seals. Dating back hundreds of years - used as a symbol of authenticity, prestige, and secrecy in the art of letter writing - wax seals were initially used as a method of secure communication.
But their beauty and symbolism soon captured hearts around the world. Today, couples are rediscovering the allure of wax seals and incorporating them into their wedding celebrations in unique and creative ways.
While traditionally used to seal envelopes (specifically wedding invitations), wax seals have evolved to become powerful branding tools, allowing couples to leave their mark on every aspect of their special day.
Creative uses of wax seals at your wedding
Beyond the invitations, wedding wax seals unleash their charm, sealing love and style on menus, favours, and even thank-you cards.
In this article, we will explore how these gorgeous little symbols born from a timeless tradition can transform your wedding into an even more beautiful experience filled with personalised elegance.
Curious about all the colour and style possibilities available? Take a look at our wax seal stamps here.
1. Wedding invitations
As the biggest player in the world of wedding wax seals, your wedding invitations are a great place to start. Wax seals are a popular and elegant addition to any wedding invitations, elevating them from paper and ink, to a luxurious experience.
Wax seals can be placed in various ways to enhance the invitation suite. One option is to use a wax seal to hold the belly band together inside the envelope, creating a great first impression when guests open the envelope
Another trend is to place a wax seal directly on the invitation itself, either at the top or to the side, perhaps with a piece of ribbon. This adds a special touch and creates a unique invitation suite.
Of course, most often, wax seals for wedding invitations are simply used to seal the envelope, adding an element of mystery to your invitations.
However you choose to use yours, there's no doubt you'll be adding a premium feel to your invites and creating excitement for the big day!
2. Save The Dates
3. Place cards
Place cards offer a wonderful opportunity to embellish your wedding with wax seals. Why? Because when they're handed to your guests in such a direct way, it's likely they'll take them home and cherish them as keepsakes.
Additionally, place cards take centre stage during photography sessions, so you'll be adding yet another layer of intricate detail and your photos. And of course, wedding place cards serve as focal points where your guests spend the majority of their time.
So if you're only going to use your wax seals in a couple of spots, this could be a winning choice!
4. Wedding favours
Favours are small gifts provided to your guests at your wedding; so what could be better than putting your 'stamp' on these with a wax seal?
Personalised wax seals add a touch of sophistication to wedding favours, such as gin bottles, chocolates, nuts, and more, and the small yet impactful details make a lasting impression. As guests receive their beautifully sealed and embellished favours, the attention to detail you provide will be clear.
5. Food and drink menus
If you're opting for menus at each place setting at your wedding, then this might b the perfect spot to stick a wax seal. It's the ultimate way to elevate the aesthetics of your event.
In the same way that place cards are a great place to use wax seals, your menus are sat where your guests spend the most time, adding to your tablescape. So turn your menus into more than culinary guides; and leave a lasting impression on all who attend your event.
6. Table numbers
Table numbers serve a practical purpose at events, but they can also be an opportunity to add a touch of luxury.
Consider using wax seals to enhance the visual appeal of your table numbers, by placing them onto your design and setting them as the focal point at each table. Depending on the theme or style of your wedding, you could also use the stickiness of the seal to attach a ribbon, flower or something else to the design.
7. On your wedding signage
On your wedding day, infusing your signage with wax seals can help to elevate your wedding aesthetics and theme.
Whether you're adorning welcome signs, bar signs, seating charts, or any other displays, the addition of wax seals bestows an unparalleled and enchanting touch.
Meticulously handpicking the hue and pattern of the wax to harmonise with your chosen theme, you can weave a seamless tapestry of style throughout your entire celebration.
Your dedication and meticulousness won't go unnoticed!
8. Thank you cards
Wedding wax seals have long been associated with beautifully crafted invitations, but their charm extends beyond the initial announcement.
Now, imagine the delight of your guests as they receive a heartfelt thank you card, sealed with the same elegant wax stamp they received on their invites.
It's a symbolic gesture, closing the wedding chapter with the same grace and style that opened it. What a way to close your wedding story!
9. In a frame with your vows
Capture the essence of eternal love with a unique touch that can find a place in your home for years to come.
Have your heartfelt vows elegantly printed and encased in a frame to symbolise your commitment. And inside the frame, you could add some dried flowers, a wax seal, a ribbon, or anything else that symbolises your day.
Creating such a cherished memento will help you to remember your wedding day forever. Let your vows be preserved in this timeless display - and the best thing about it is, you can personalise it in any way you like!
10. Wine bottles
If you're buying wine straight from the winery, you're having your own wine labels made, or you're simply looking for a way to add a new layer of personalisation, then consider decorating your wine bottles with wax seals.
Not only a fun DIY project to do with your friends and family in the days leading up to the event, wax seals on your bottles will add a dazzling yet effortless sense to your romantic event.
Keep a bottle as a keepsake and forever evoke the memories of your extraordinary day.
Wax seals and wax seal kits by Peppermint Press
Create a beautiful opening statement for your guests when they receive your invitations with these gorgeous wax seals. But don't stop there! You can use our wax seals for any purpose you like!
Grab yourself a wax seal kit from us, and opt for the perfect design and colour for your big day.
What are your favourite designs? Did you use wax seals for your stationery? Let us know in the comments and any other tips or tricks you might have!
