Zazzle paper invitation quality

Basic paper gives you the best value for your money. 110lb is nice and thick. The satin finish front is smooth but will not impart fingerprints. This is desirable for crisp photo invitations. Both the front and back are writable, though I would advise letting ink dry thoroughly to prevent smudging. Even though this is call "Basic" paper, the quality is substantial.

Recycle paper is an eco friendly choice. For 100% post consumer recycled content, the paper is nice and bright. At 100lb, Recycle paper is a tad thinner that the Basic paper. The paper is smooth and writable on both sides.

Both the Basic and Recycle paper are not glossy. Basic paper reflect more light because it has a satin finish.

Photos shot in low light to demonstrate paper texture. The Recycle paper (design with tree) is more matte than the Basic paper.

This textured 100lb cream paper will make your invitations look more expensive than they are. The tactile quality is great for formal affairs such as weddings.

Script fonts with delicate strokes look sharp even though the paper surface is not smooth. Both sides are easily writable.

At 90lb, this paper is thinner than Basic paper, but the laid lined texture is elegant.

Again, script fonts with delicate strokes look sharp even on textured paper. Both sides are easily writable.

Speckled paper has flecks and fibers that lends its natural look. 80lb weight is the thinnest type. Contrary to Zazzle's preview, this paper is not textured. Both sides are writable.


*** NOTE: Speckled paper is unavailable for sale at the moment. ***

Metallic paper is worth the upgrade for festive and special occasions. At 110lb, this paper is thick. The shimmer is very suitable for holiday cards or any type of glamorous affairs. The colors from left to right are: Champagne, Silver, Gold, and Ice. Champagne is a warm white. Silver could look steel gray depending on the lighting situation. Gold is quite dark, almost like bronze. Ice is a bit more white than Champagne.

All metallic paper has a bit of shimmer in it. This Metallic Ice color paper makes this black and white design much more glamorous.

This particular design has heavy ink coverage. The red color looks much more festive on this metallic Champagne paper. The Champagne color shows through the non ink covered area.

Champagne has a warmer, golden tone while Ice is a bit whiter in color.

Metallic papers shown in both light and heavy ink coverage, shot in low light conditions.

I've stocked up on a few more popular designs that people have been asking for. Above is an un-retouched photo of my recent order. Again the printing is crisp, the color more or less matches with what is being shown on screen. The Simple Chic invite in charcoal gray is simply fabulous in the metallic paper--it has a metal/gunpowder quality which is subtle and unique.
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Top: Black felt art deco retro Hollywood glam wedding invitations.
Middle: Garden love birds modern elegance wedding invites in green
Bottom: Simple chic shimmer elegance charcoal gray wedding invitations