With this sequel in our mood board series we have decided to kick things up a notch… To add a hint of glamour and luxury to your invitations with no other way that adding gold!! We here at Secret Diary absolutely LOVE gold - there is so...
When it comes to choosing an invitation or stationery design for a wedding, we very rarely are drawn to the colour black. We here at Secret Diary like to experiment with ALL the colours and textures we possibly can and black most certainly does not...
The amazingly talented Kusjka du Plessis Photography recently approached us to ask if we could create stationery items for one of her photoshoots. The moodboard of the shoot was based around the idea of Matryoshka dolls (Russian Nesting dolls), taking inspiration from the rich tones, floral details and uniqueness of the dolls themselves. Needless to say...
We designed this beautiful invitations for Margot and Anton's wedding last year. We created this beautiful detailed monogram for them that we foiled on the lip of their navy envelope as well as on the front of their white 3 fold invitation, which was digitally printed in navy on the inside. We hope...
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No detail was left untouched with these beautiful laser cut, letter pressed gated invites for Delray and Rudy's upcoming wedding. The inner card was deeply pressed in a charcoal ink enclosed with an abstract floral laser cut folder. Small diamantes adorned the pattern and a...
These exquisite letterpressed invites (for the wonderful couple Caroline & Steve) made waves in our studio as the beautiful 600gsm cotton square cards were placed onto the plates waiting to be with freshly pressed with hand blended black ink. These timeless cards are a show piece...
This beautiful digitally printed velum pocket invite, exudes vintage elegance with a rustic protea flair. The twine finishing allows for fun or chic embellishments (in wood or perspex) or even a fun buckle....
With an array of colour options, our new traditional invites use African influences with a modern (an colourful) flair. The laser-cut detailing adds an ever so elegant and delicate touch. These vibrant invites can be printed on a variety of papers, accommodating any occasion or...
As Spring starts to weave it's magic, our studio is a buzz with enticing new changes and inspiring designs. With these, extraordinary photo shoots (stay tuned as there are so many to share), and this one - (photographed by Dehan Engelbrecht) was no exception. Elegant...
This natural invite suite uses touches of wood, gold, and twine for a soft and earthy feel. There is a beautiful balance between the laser cut & engraved wood elements with the heat foiled & printed cards. A stunning unique twist on the organic trend. Photo...