Skip to content
Happy 250th, America! Find the perfect invitations for your block party, BBQ, or potluck. Browse 4th of July.
Paperless Post logoFavorite icon
Home/Parties/Theme parties/
Anatomy of a Shell
Anatomy of a Shell
Anatomy of a Shell - Party Invitation by John Derian
Anatomy of a Shell - John Derian Envelope
Anatomy of a Shell - Party Invitation by John Derian
Anatomy of a Shell - John Derian Envelope

Anatomy of a Shell

John Derian Party Invitation
Starting at 2 Coins ($0.28)

Make waves for a milestone celebration with this seaside-inspired birthday invitation featuring a treasured collection of vintage shell illustrations. Scallops, clams, and spiraled specimens in soft hues of coral, lavender, sandy beige, and ocean blue scatter across a creamy backdrop, evoking the charm of a naturalist's seaside study. A central scallop anchors the design, holding the guest of honor's name and milestone age, while a smaller shell below carries a witty toast. It's a refined yet playful choice for a coastal soirée, a beach house gathering, or a sophisticated dinner by the shore.

Whether you're toasting a fiftieth on a sun-drenched terrace or hosting an intimate seaside supper, this birthday invitation sets a tone of timeless elegance. Personalize the text with the date, time, and venue, choose a Page Style that complements the coastal palette, and include a Details Block for dress code or parking notes. Use Guest Questions to gather song requests or sentimental memories for the birthday toast.

palette icon

Customize everything from your Card to the email your recipients open with colors, photos, and text boxes.

blocks

Add additional details, like a schedule of events, travel tips, speakers, and photo galleries, with Blocks.

Closed envelope

Streamline planning with open-ended and multiple choice Guest Questions or easy checkbox-style Guest Surveys.

edit

Send via email, text message, or a customized Shareable Link you can paste and post anywhere.

tracking icon

Instantly track deliveries, opens, and RSVPs, and get notified of each response when you download the app.