Wedding Stationery Costs in Australia (2026)
Wedding stationery includes everything from save-the-dates and invitations to menus, place cards, and signage. Costs range from $300 for digital-only to $2,000+ for letterpress suites with custom calligraphy.
11 April 2026 · Last reviewed April 2026
Average stationery cost in Australia
Range: A$300 – A$1,500
What you’re paying for
Save the dates
Digital, postcard, or fridge magnet
Digital is near-free. Printed cards run $1.50-3 each
A$50 – A$300
Invitation suite
Invitation, RSVP card, details card, envelope
Mid-range gets quality card stock, digital printing, and coordinated design
A$150 – A$800
Day-of stationery
Programs, menus, place cards, table numbers
Printed or calligraphy, depending on budget
A$100 – A$500
Signage
Welcome sign, seating chart, bar menu
Acrylic, foam board, or framed prints
A$50 – A$300
Thank you cards
Post-wedding thank you notes
Matching the invitation suite design
A$50 – A$200
How to save on stationery
Go digital for save the dates
Paperless Post or Canva invites cost $0-50 vs $150-300 for printed cards. Guests expect digital now.
Use Canva or Minted for DIY invitations
Professional templates printed at a local printer cost 50-70% less than custom designers.
Skip the RSVP card — use a website
An online RSVP through your wedding website is free and easier to track than paper cards.
Combine menus and place cards
A menu at each setting doubles as a place card. One less item to print and set up.
Common questions
When should I send wedding invitations?
8-12 weeks before the wedding for local guests, 12-16 weeks for interstate or international guests. Save the dates should go out 6-8 months before.
Do I need printed invitations?
Not necessarily. Digital invitations are widely accepted, especially for younger couples. Some guests (particularly older family members) still appreciate a printed invitation.
What stationery do I actually need?
At minimum: invitations (digital or printed) and a seating chart. Everything else — menus, programs, place cards — is nice to have but optional.
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The Ivory Lane editorial team covers wedding planning, budgeting, and vendor advice for Australian couples. Our guides are reviewed regularly to reflect current pricing and industry practice.