Side-by-side comparison
| Printed cards | Canva / Etsy image | Video invite | Invitation website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Typical cost | Varies by print shop and quantity | Free to around US$20 per template | Varies by editor | One-time fee (Ivory Gate: CA$39–79) |
| Time to send | Weeks (print + deliver) | Same day | Days | Same day |
| Collects RSVPs | No | No (unless you add a form) | No | Yes, per function |
| Update after sending | Reprint | Resend a new file | Re-edit & resend | Edit once; same link updates |
| Multiple functions | Inserts / extra cards | Several images | One long video | Built in, each with a map |
| Maps & calendar | No | No | No | One tap |
| Keepsake for elders | Yes | No | No | Add a printed Keepsake Card |
When printed cards still make sense
For grandparents and the elders you visit in person with mithai, a printed card is a mark of respect. Most families print a small number for these visits and send everyone else a link.
When a digital invitation wins
- Guests are spread across Canada, India, the UK and the US
- You have several functions in different venues
- You need accurate headcounts per function for the caterer
- Details might change (venue, timings, weather)
Frequently asked questions
Is a digital wedding invitation rude?
Not in most desi families today. WhatsApp is how relatives already talk. To be respectful, deliver a printed or Keepsake Card to elders in person and send the link for the details.
Do digital invitations look cheap?
Static images can. Animated invitation websites with a proper opening, your photos, music and every function feel closer to a luxury card, and guests can't lose them.
Ivory Gate
Make your invitation in 10 minutes
Every function on one link, RSVPs per event, maps and music. One-time from CA$39.
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