timeless stationery
Have you ever noticed that wedding days flow better with thoughtful stationery?
I believe it should welcome guests, set the tone, and tell your story with ease.
Every piece has a purpose—your invitations build anticipation, your menus guide the reception, your programs honor the ceremony. Together, they create a seamless thread that grounds your day in beauty and intention.
Hi, I'm Nicole a
Chicago Wedding Invitation designer
Bringing you warmth and love while creating timeless wedding invitations that set the tone for your wedding day.
serving couples in Chicago, Chicago suburbs, and nationwide
From the Classroom to Custom Stationery: A Story of Care, Creativity, and Celebration
Before Emery Ann Design, I was a fourth-grade teacher—guiding little hands through big ideas, balancing structure with creativity, and finding joy in the smallest details.
When my daughter was born, I realized I couldn’t give my best to both my classroom and my family. Stepping away was bittersweet, but it opened the door to something new: transforming a quiet love of design into a calling that still allows me to serve with patience, creativity, and care.
celebrating all love no matter race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or religion
Guiding you through a calm, thoughtful process
What began as sketches during naptime has grown into Emery Ann Design, a Chicago-based studio rooted in artistry, service, and timeless design.
Today, I have the privilege of guiding couples through a calm, thoughtful process—creating custom wedding invitations and full event stationery that not only welcome their guests but also capture the beauty and meaning of their wedding day.
Each piece is crafted with intention, a reflection of your love, and a keepsake for years to come.
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Nicole has been the absolute BEST to work with! She was so friendly and helpful during the process.
Jenny C.
If you're Nicole, who is Emery Ann?
Well, it’s more of a feeling. Emery Ann is a nod to my grandparents, Dwight Emery and Patricia Ann, who always made people feel warm and welcomed. As hosts for events, holidays and just day to day, they spent their 55 years of marriage making friends, family and everyone feel extra special through their warmth and love.
I bring that same feeling of love to you and your guests through the design of beautiful wedding paper goods.
celebrating all love no matter race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or religion
New Around Here?
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WITH THESE RESOURCES
Wedding invitations and stationery can be confusing. From custom design, semi custom collections, wording and etiquette, there is so much to figure out. These resources will help you get started in making the best decisions for you!
Welcome
Step 01
Wedding Invitation Guide
a free guide
Download my guide to wedding invitations and learn more about which option may be best for you!
Step 02
Custom Wedding Invitations
the process
Learn about the process for creating your custom wedding invitations and stationery.
Step 03
Investment in Wedding Stationery
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
My invitation suite is everything I envisioned but MORE!
I am so glad I worked with Nicole! She is very talented and creative. She took the time to explain what everything was and made the whole process very easy and fun. I cannot thank her enough. My invitation suite is so stunning and everything I envisioned but more!
Winnie L.
Nicole creates beautiful work AND is the best to work with!
Nicole at Emery Ann Design is incredible- and even that is an understatement! She laid out all the options and really got to know us and created the perfect letter pressed wedding invitations.
We loved them so much we decided to have Nicole create all of our day of stationery- from ceremony programs to escort boards, to welcome signs, menu place cards, fun signs for the reception, sparkler tags and thank you cards.
Not only does she create beautiful work, she is the best to work with! From answering a million questions (extremely fast), to creating extra menu cards for us the day before the wedding, and every step in between. Nicole rocks!!
Stephanie N.
Nicole knew just how to create something even better than I could’ve ever imagine!!
Emery Ann Design is amazing!! Our custom wedding invitations were absolutely gorgeous & Nicole knew just how to create something even better than I could’ve ever imagined!! Our guests really enjoyed the beautiful details she added. The personalized wedding signs & guest book will be such a nice touch to our special day. Nicole was so easy to work with and accommodating, especially during the uncertainty due to the coronavirus!! I would highly recommend & I look forward to working with her in the future!!
Brittany N.
My Goal
celebrating love
My goal as your wedding invitation designer is to create beautiful, timeless wedding invitations to set the tone for your wedding day. I want you to feel the love through each step of my refined design experience and for your wedding guests to be full of anticipation and excitement to celebrate your love.
Timeline for Wedding Invitations & Stationery
Not sure when to start working on your Save the Dates or Wedding Invitations? It’s sooner than you think! Download my free Timeline for Wedding Invitations & Stationery to find out.