The Lucca Studios Bespoke Design Process
Lucca Studios – Journal Feature
A Journey of Thoughtful Craftsmanship, From First Sketch to Final Layer
Your wedding stationery is more than a formality, it’s the first glimpse of the celebration to come. It sets the tone, evokes feeling, and begins telling your story long before the day itself. At Lucca Studios, we believe in designing invitations and on-the-day details that are as beautiful and intentional as the wedding you're planning.
Whether you're starting with Save the Dates or coming to us for your on-the-day signage, our process is designed to feel clear, considered, and quietly luxurious at every step.
1. Discovery & Connection
Understanding your vision, values, and the story behind your celebration.
We begin with a consultation, either via email or call, depending on your preference. This is where we get to know you, your style, and the feeling you want your stationery to evoke. You might already have a clear vision or be looking for creative direction. Either way, this is a collaborative space to share inspiration, talk logistics, and understand how stationery can enhance your guest experience.
What we’ll cover:
Your venue, styling, and floral direction
What stationery you need (and when!)
Materials, finishes, and look of your designs
How you'd like the experience to feel
2. Proposal & Booking
A tailored quote and design direction.
After our initial conversation, you’ll receive a personalised proposal outlining everything we’ve discussed, along with timelines, investment, and initial design sketches. Once you're ready to proceed, we secure your booking with a deposit, and the magic begins.
3. Design & Refinement
Where vision becomes reality.
This is where our creativity comes to life. Drawing on your inspiration, your story, and our shared ideas, we begin designing your suite. You'll receive digital mockups that reflect both layout and finish, allowing you to visualise each element before it's ever printed. We’ll also share a bespoke selection of card samples with you.
We allow for two rounds of refinements at this stage to ensure everything feels just right, from wording and typography to colour palettes and materials. Nothing goes to print until you’re fully in love.
4. Craftsmanship & Print
Hand-finished, heartfelt, and beautifully made.
Once your designs are approved, we begin production. This part of the process is often invisible to you, but it’s where the real artistry happens. Whether it’s hot foil pressing each piece on our state of the art press or assembly, every stage is handled with care and precision.
Our finishes are designed to be felt as much as they’re seen, luxurious textures, thoughtful layers, and moments that make your guests pause and take it in.
5. Delivery & Anticipation
Packaged to perfection.
Your stationery is carefully packaged and delivered to you (or your planner) ahead of time. For couples working with us on Save the Dates and invitations, we offer an ‘envelope ready’ service, meaning all your have to do is add your stamps and post, as well as a full posting service.
For on the day, we also offer collection from our studio in Henley-on-Thames and delivery to your venue.
If you're working with us for your wedding day, we coordinate directly with your planner or stylist to ensure everything arrives on time and ready for placement.
A Process That Mirrors Your Day.
From your first email to the final flourish, we’re here to guide, inspire, and craft pieces that feel as extraordinary as the love story they celebrate.
Ready to begin?
Whether you're newly engaged or a few months from the aisle, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s begin building something beautiful together.