Of these add-ons, RSVP cards are fairly common. You can include additional elements in your wedding invitation envelopes. For example, one designer may charge $45 an hour, whereas another may charge a set rate for a package, including x-number of invitations + a custom design + print and delivery for x-amount. However, most often, you can expect to pay an hourly rate when seeking a custom invitation design. Depending on who you work with, this cost could be as much as $600 - especially when working with a highly experienced calligrapher or designer. Hiring a designer ensures that their wedding invitations are personalized precisely as they envisioned. Many couples work with a graphic designer before their invitations are sent to a print shop. Be sure to inquire about any minimums if you plan on having a small wedding. Please note: Some companies and designers may charge a minimum rate based on x-amount of wedding invitations. Just some of the optional add-ons include foil printing, a paper upgrade, wax seals, and more.
However, since this information can often be included on the invitation itself, these additional inserts are not typically necessary.
As you can imagine, this is based on their high labor costs. For example, letterpress and engraved techniques look great but tend to increase the overall cost by a significant amount.