A Romantic Estate Wedding in Classic Black & White
Perched above the sweeping coastline of Ipswich, MA, Crane Estate is one of New England’s most iconic and grand venues—making it the perfect setting for Kara and John’s classic, timeless black and white wedding. I had the joy of working with them to design custom paper goods and day-of details that felt both refined and deeply personal.
From save the dates and invitations to custom matchbooks, wax-sealed escort cards, and monogrammed napkins, each element was designed to echo the couple’s sophisticated style while enhancing the historic elegance of the estate.
Save the Dates & Invitations: Understated Elegance
We began with clean, modern save the dates to give guests a first glimpse of the celebration to come. The blend of traditional letterpress and a contemporary square silhouette embodied the essence of their wedding day beautifully.
Their invitation suite carried the black and white palette throughout, combining classic letterpress with subtle de-bossing, refined typography, delicate vellum accents, and a minimalist layout that made every detail feel intentional. Printed on high-quality cotton paper and paired with classic white, the suite struck a perfect balance between timeless elegance and modern simplicity.
Day-Of Stationery in Seamless Style
Each element of the day echoed Kara and John’s refined black and white aesthetic. At the cocktail hour, custom cocktail napkins and matchbooks added a playful, personal touch—designed to complement the elegant, monochrome palette. Guests found their seats with tented escort cards, each sealed with white wax and stamped with their table number—a small but impactful detail that added texture and depth to the display.
At the reception, custom menus were placed at each setting, paired with vellum place cards secured by white wax seals. Together, these pieces beautifully complemented the soft, neutral tablescape of white florals and minimal décor
An Estate Venue with Iconic Charm
From its formal gardens to its sweeping ocean views, Crane Estate brought a sense of grandeur and history to the celebration. Working with this couple was such a joy, and seeing this black and white vision come to life in such an iconic space was a true highlight of my season.
VENDORS
Photography: Emily DeLamater Photography
Wedding Planner: Katydyd Events
Videography: Juharo Weddings
Venue: Crane Estate
Hair: Styles by Callie
Makeup: Makeup by Sarah Lord
Florist: Floristika Studio
Catering: Fireside Catering
Cake: Lizzies Bakery
Entertainment: Wilson Stevens Bands
Rentals: Peak Event Services
Lounges: Kadeema Rentals
Lighting: Design Light Co
