Asian Wedding Stationery UK: Everything You Need
Asian weddings involve more stationery than almost any other wedding tradition — and for good reason. A British Asian wedding can span three or four days, involve multiple venues, and require inserts for five or six separate ceremonies, each with its own guest list. Planning your full stationery suite from the beginning — rather than adding items as an afterthought — is what separates a cohesive, beautiful wedding from a collection of mismatched printed pieces. This guide covers every item you need, what goes on each one, and when to order.
The Full Asian Wedding Stationery Suite
1. Save the Dates
What it is: An early announcement of the wedding date sent before the formal invitation, giving guests — particularly those travelling from abroad — time to make arrangements.
What to include: Couple’s names, wedding date, city or region, and wedding website if applicable. No ceremony details at this stage.
When to order: 9–12 months before the wedding for guests travelling internationally; 6–9 months for predominantly local guest lists.
Who needs it: Couples with guests travelling from India, East Africa, North America, or elsewhere. Less essential if most guests are local.
2. Invitation Cards
The centrepiece of your stationery suite and the most important item you’ll order. Browse our full range by faith:
– Hindu wedding cards
– Sikh wedding cards
– Muslim wedding cards
What to include: Auspicious opening symbol, family announcement, couple’s names, primary ceremony details, RSVP contact details.
When to order: 3–4 months before the wedding. Send to guests 8 weeks before the function.
Minimum order: 70 cards per side at CardFusion. Both families order separately.
For full wording guidance, see our community-specific guides: Hindu, Sikh, Muslim.
3. Ceremony Inserts
Individual insert cards — one per ceremony — placed inside the main invitation envelope. Each ceremony on the wedding weekend that guests are invited to attend warrants its own insert.
Common Hindu inserts: Mehndi, Haldi, Pithi, Jaan Aagman, Pheras, Reception
Common Sikh inserts: Mehndi, Chunni, Anand Karaj, Reception
Common Muslim inserts: Mehndi, Mayun, Nikah, Barat, Walima
Cost at CardFusion: 60p per insert, per card. Gold foiling on inserts: +40p per insert, per card.
When to finalise: Before submitting your main card order — your insert list must be confirmed before the design process begins.
For guidance on what to write on each insert, see our Hindu wedding card wording guide.
4. Order of Service / Order of Events Booklet
A printed booklet or card given to guests at the ceremony venue, guiding them through the ceremony in sequence — explaining each ritual, its significance, and what to expect.
Particularly valuable for:
– Guests unfamiliar with Hindu, Sikh, or Muslim ceremony traditions
– Multi-faith or intercultural weddings with diverse guest lists
– Large ceremonies where guests cannot see the Pandit or Imam clearly
What to include: Ceremony sequence, brief explanation of each ritual, names of the Pandit/Imam, parents’ names, music or readings if applicable.
When to order: Once your ceremony order has been confirmed with your priest — typically 6–8 weeks before the wedding.
CardFusion produces Hindu wedding orders of service in A4 format, designed to match your invitation suite.
5. Wedding Welcome Sign
A large printed sign placed at the entrance to your venue or reception room, greeting guests as they arrive.
What to include: Couple’s names, wedding date, and a welcome message. Some couples add the ceremony or reception start time.
Formats: A3 foiled paper print, or printed on Foamex board (rigid, free-standing). Gold foiling on white or coloured background is the most popular choice.
When to order: 4–6 months before the wedding — the welcome sign is one of the earliest day-stationery items you can finalise because its content doesn’t depend on final guest numbers.
Tip: Your welcome sign should match your invitation card design in colour, font, and finish. A mismatched welcome sign is the most commonly noticed stationery inconsistency on the day.
6. Table Menus
A printed menu card placed at each guest’s setting at the wedding reception, listing the courses and dishes being served.
What to include: Couple’s names, wedding date, welcome line, each course in order, allergen note.
How many: One per guest is recommended — though some couples opt for one per table for larger receptions.
When to order: Once your menu with the caterer is fully confirmed — typically 8–10 weeks before the wedding. Do not order before the menu is finalised.
Format options: A5 flat card, folded DL or A6 card, tent card.
For a full guide, see our Hindu wedding table menus pillar post.
7. Table Numbers
A printed or foiled card placed at each table identifying its number or name, enabling guests to locate their seat from the seating chart.
When to order: Once your venue layout and table count is confirmed — can be ordered before RSVPs close if you know the total number of tables.
Format options: Flat card in a holder, tent card, foamex board. Gold foiled numbers on white or coloured card is the most popular finish.
Tip: Number your tables conventionally (1, 2, 3) rather than using names for a reception with 10+ tables — names create confusion at large weddings when guests are looking for their table quickly.
8. Place Cards / Name Cards
Small cards placed at individual settings identifying where each guest should sit.
What to include: Guest name only — no other information needed.
When to order: After RSVPs close and your seating plan is finalised — typically 3–4 weeks before the wedding.
Tip: Order 10–15% more than your confirmed guest count. Last-minute changes to the seating plan after printing are one of the most common sources of pre-wedding stress — having spare blank cards available helps.
9. Seating Chart / Table Plan
A large printed display at the venue entrance showing guests which table they are seated at, organised alphabetically or by table number.
What to include: Guest names grouped by table, table numbers, and a simple venue layout if space allows.
When to order: After RSVPs close — this is the last stationery item to finalise. Set a firm RSVP deadline and build in a week for chasing non-responders before ordering.
Format options: Large poster print (A1 or A0), or digital display at the venue. Printed seating charts coordinated with your invitation design are the most visually impactful option.
10. Envelopes
Envelope printing is available as an optional extra at CardFusion — your guests’ names and addresses printed directly on the envelope.
When to order: Alongside your invitation cards.
Tip: For very large weddings (200+ households), printed envelopes save considerable time and ensure consistency. For smaller, more intimate guest lists, handwriting adds a personal touch that printed envelopes lack.
11. Thank You Cards
Sent to guests after the wedding to express gratitude for their attendance and any gifts received.
What to include: Couple’s names, a warm thank you message, and optionally a photograph from the wedding day.
When to order: 2–4 weeks after the wedding, once you have your photographs back. Some couples order in advance with a generic design and personalise by hand.
Why it matters: Thank you cards are one of the most underserved areas of the British Asian wedding stationery market — and one of the most appreciated by guests who receive them.
Building a Coordinated Suite
The single most important design decision you can make across all of the above is to treat them as a suite rather than individual items. When your invitation card, table menus, table numbers, welcome sign, and place cards all share the same design language — the same fonts, the same colour palette, the same gold foiling finish — your wedding feels designed rather than assembled.
At CardFusion, we produce coordinated stationery suites across all items listed above. Order your invitation first, then build the day stationery around it. Every item can be matched to your chosen design and finish.
Ordering Timeline at a Glance
| Stationery Item | When to Order |
|---|---|
| Save the dates | 6–12 months before |
| Invitation cards + inserts | 3–4 months before |
| Welcome sign | 4–6 months before |
| Order of service | 6–8 weeks before |
| Table menus | Once menu confirmed (8–10 weeks before) |
| Table numbers | Once venue layout confirmed |
| Place cards | After RSVPs close (3–4 weeks before) |
| Seating chart | After RSVPs close (last item) |
| Thank you cards | 2–4 weeks after wedding |
For a full planning timeline, see our Hindu wedding stationery timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need all of these items for an Asian wedding?
No — the essential items are invitation cards, inserts, and a welcome sign. Everything else depends on your wedding size, venue, and budget. Table menus, table numbers, and place cards are strongly recommended for seated receptions of 100 or more guests. A seating chart is essential for 150+.
Can all items be gold foiled to match my invitation?
Yes — gold foiling is available across the full CardFusion stationery range, from invitation cards to table menus, table numbers, place cards, and welcome signs.
What is the cost of the full stationery suite?
Cost varies by item, quantity, and finish. For a personalised quote covering your full suite, email info@cardfusion.co.uk with your requirements.
Should all items be ordered from the same supplier?
Ideally yes — ordering from a single supplier ensures consistent design, finish, and card stock across all items. Mixing suppliers almost always results in slight colour or finish variations that are noticeable on the day.
Ready to Build Your Suite?
Browse our full range of Hindu wedding cards, Sikh wedding cards, and Muslim wedding cards, then get in touch or request a quote to discuss your full stationery suite. We’ll guide you through every item from invitation to thank you card.
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