Budget guide · StationeryWhat a wedding costs
Wedding Stationery Costs
Stationery is a small line that carries a large first impression, and the postage is usually the part that surprises people.
- Illustrative planning range
- £250 – £1,200
- Suggested budget allocation
- 1–3%
Illustrative planning ranges, rather than national averages or supplier quotes. Costs vary by date, location, guest numbers and the services you choose; confirm prices with each supplier.
Behind the quote
What drives the cost.
- Print process: digital, letterpress or foil, in ascending order of cost
- Paper weight and whether envelopes are lined
- Quantity, though unit cost falls sharply with volume
- Postage, which is charged by size and thickness
Where the savings are
Ways to spend less.
- Digital save-the-dates, printed invitations only
- One invitation per household rather than per guest
- Standard sizes avoid large-letter postage rates
- Digital RSVPs rather than reply cards and return postage
Before you book
Questions to ask.
- Is postage included in the quote?
- What is the turnaround and the deadline for changes?
- Do you provide a digital proof before printing?
- What does a reprint cost if we make an error?
Common questions
How much should we budget for stationery?
UK couples typically spend between £250 and £1,200, which is around 1–3% of a total wedding budget. Where you land inside that depends mostly on print process: digital, letterpress or foil, in ascending order of cost.
How can we spend less on stationery?
Digital save-the-dates, printed invitations only. One invitation per household rather than per guest.
What should we ask before booking?
Is postage included in the quote? What is the turnaround and the deadline for changes?