FAQs

  • Typically an invitation suite starts at $3K for the following (qty 75)

    • protective outer sleeve (helps ensure invite arrives in pristine condition and liner does not get ripped)

    • inner envelope with digitally printed guest name/address

    • envelope liner (assembled)

    • 2 ply letterpress invitation card

    • letterpress details card

    Digital save the dates are $300, and printed save the dates start at $1500.

    The cost of your wedding day paper depends on what you would like to order, but is typically comparable in price to the cost of the invitation suites.

    • While many semi-custom studios use public domain artwork, each V&C collection uses original artwork, created by Elsa.

    • Most semi-custom stationery studios offer a limited set of design elements — often just a single spot illustration and a patterned liner. This often isn’t enough to create a truly cohesive visual experience that carries through from invitations to day-of paper.

      At V&C, each collection includes up to five distinct brand elements — such as custom patterns, monograms, and spot illustrations — allowing your wedding paper to feel cohesive, elevated, and fully considered from start to finish.

    • V&C offers the option to include a venue sketch, adding a truly bespoke touch to your suite. Choose from our curated sketch library, or commission a custom illustration of your venue.

    • Most semi-custom studios offer a wide assortment of color and font options that don’t align with the design of the suite. This can result in a design that feels like a patchwork of mismatched elements. At V&C, our personalization options are intentionally tailored to each collection, so your suite feels beautifully unified

  • Our collections were designed to compliment wedding venues that celebrate the natural beauty of California.
    We also offer an extensive venue sketch library which can be incorporated into your designs.

  • They do! While many of our designs are versatile enough to suit weddings in a variety of locations, if you'd like to incorporate a venue sketch that's specific to your setting, a custom illustration would need to be commissioned.

    • Lower cost/more transparent pricing

    • Quicker turnaround

    • More streamlined process

  • Your complimentary call with Elsa is a chance to explore your needs, ask questions, and receive expert guidance on what’s right for you. After your conversation, you’ll receive a personalized proposal. The only decision you’ll need to make before booking is selecting your preferred collection.

    • Envelope colors
      Choose between up to 8 curated colors designed with your envelope liner artwork in mind

    • Graphic Design Layout
      Choose between up to 7 layouts

    • Fonts
      We will provide you with a wide assortment of font options

    • Venue Illustration
      Choose from our California venue library, or commission a custom illustration

    • Embellishments
      Wax seals, ribbon and calligraphy are also available

  • Depending on availability, it is possible to purchase additional custom services such as a custom painted liner, spot illustrations, and emboss printing

  • Your first proof will be provided as a digital simulation, giving you a clear sense of how your suite will look once printed. After reviewing and submitting your feedback, we’ll prepare your final print-ready files and upload them in a sub-contract for your approval. This is your final opportunity to carefully proofread and ensure everything is perfect before we go to print.

    Should additional proof rounds be needed beyond this point, a $150 fee will apply per round.

  • We recommend you book at least 6 months prior to your wedding.
    Design typically will take 2-4 weeks and production will take 4-6 weeks.
    Invitations should go out at least 2 months prior to your wedding.
    Once you place your order, we will provide you with a project timeline.

  • Yes! We highly recommend you let us take care of assembly and mailing and offer this service as an optional upgrade. However, should you decide to do it on your own, we will provide you with a loom video walking you through our recommendations.

  • Your suite will include a protective sleeve to ensure your invitation arrives to your guests in pristine condition. We also offer outer envelopes as an optional upgrade.

    • We help proofread your files before anything goes to print.

    • We go through all printed pieces to make sure letterpress impression is consistent, alignment is straight and color is consistent

    • We match all finished suites to the master guest list and take photos as a record before mailing.

  • We will provide you with a template for inputting your guest addresses as well as a guide for helpful tips on etiquette and formatting.

  • Click on the button below to schedule your complimentary consultation call with Elsa

Valley & Coast Paper Co
is the perfect fit for you if…

• You booked a luxury wedding venue and want every touchpoint to meet its standards

• You’d prefer to allocate your budget towards high quality materials and print methods opposed to paying a custom design fee

• Details matter to you. You want your wedding to feel luxurious, intentional and cohesive, however, you don’t have the budget for a fully custom design

• You don’t want wedding stationery that feels generic

• You appreciate a streamlined, guided process from inquiry to delivery

• Your budget is between $3K–$5K for invitations and $2K–$5K for day-of paper