Paperie: Soto Designs

Today I would like to introduce you to Aurora Soto-Wong of Soto Design Studios. Soto Design is a graphic design, web site design, and creative solutions studio. Their strengths are in creative graphic design, web site design, branding, and custom invitations.

Aurora contacted me shortly after I launched SMW in 2005 to introduce me to her exceptional design style. She sent me a sample of her work and I instantly fell in love with her attention to detail!

She's very creative, professional and looks everywhere for her inspiration, however her client's input is always a top priority.

I recently chatted with Aurora and she agreed to answer a few questions for us.

Here she is...Aurora Soto-Wong of Soto Design Studios!

~What makes your business unique when compared to others in this category?

Each artistic design incorporates hours of energy and thought. In addition, Soto Design wedding invitation designs are copyrighted, so you are guaranteed an authentic and exclusive creation. We are now offering a BEAUTIFUL new line called Simple Unique Invitations. Voted BEST of Greeting Cards, Invitations, and Postcards by Piaz 2006 and 2007 Print Excellence Award!

~Where do you draw inspiration for your creations, products, or services?

Everywhere.

~What has been your proudest moment as a business owner?

I am always proud when a bride is so happy that she comes back for another creation or recommends a friend to us.

~What product or service has been your best selling item? Why do you think that is?

I would say the most popular product these days is the pocketfold invitation. The reason: Brides today are very organized and have many inserts to make things easier on their guests, the pocketfold includes a pocket inside the actual invitation for the inserts, they are organized, can be seen easily and can not get lost. This option come in many colors and sizes too.



~How do you set yourself apart with regard to your customer service?

Customer Service is our number one priority -no project is finished until our client is thrilled! Our objective is to approach each project with a new perspective and to separate our clients from their competition. We offer a FREE, no obligation initial consultation to view samples & discuss design ideas.

~If you could offer one piece of advice to brides, what would that be?

Have fun, be creative and enjoy the process!

Thanks for stopping by today, Aurora!

For more "eye candy", visit the Soto Design Studios website.

Get With The Program!

{Photo courtesy of Ceci NY via Wedding Bee}

Providing your guests with a program at your ceremony is a great way to personalize your wedding. It also provides a great opportunity to share you and your fiances cultures, family traditions or any other special things about you as a couple.

Perhaps you are having your ceremony at the church where you were christened or baptised as a child? Or maybe it's the same church where your parents took their vows.

If you are getting married in a location that has rich history attached to it, tell your guests about it in your program.

If you and your fiance are combining religious rituals into your ceremony, providing the meaning behind each of them in your program will allow your guests to share in the spiritual aspects of your ceremony.

Check out these wonderful suggestions on Wedding Bee for programs that cover EVERY budget range!

Your program doesn't have to be elaborate but make it special! By coordinating it with the other colors and elements of your wedding, it will not only stand out but it will let your guests know how much you appreciate their participation in your special day!