Carisse, the NYC calligrapher and wedding invitation designer behind Carisse Design Studio

I’m Carisse, a modern calligrapher & wedding invitation designer based in New York City.

I’m also a 3x Emmy nominated TV producer who has spent more than 10 years mastering the art of visual storytelling for networks including CBS, NBC, HGTV, Food Network and more. 

As a creative producer, calligrapher & designer, I believe every love story deserves to be beautifully told – starting with your wedding stationery. From custom invitations to show-stopping signage and more, I’ll help you transform your wedding day details into keepsakes that last a lifetime.

At Carisse Design Studio, my mission is to bring your love story to life through tangible details you’ll cherish forever.

a few things I love …

Modern wedding invitations with dried flowers and wax seal 
bagels // A GOOD BOOK // ballet
MY CAT // The Office // COFFEE // sleep
the desert // SUSHI // the way paper feels
Beautiful vintage stamps and wax seals for custom wedding invitations
NYC calligrapher provides on-site hand engraving and bottle personalization for No3 Gin event

Work with me if …

  • You love handmade details just as much as I do
  • You’re looking for invitations & details you won’t find anywhere else
  • You dream of a wedding that isn’t just beautiful, but one that guests will remember & rave about for years to come
  • You don’t want to stress about the details – you want expert guidance on everything from invitation etiquette to what you really need on your wedding day to create a cohesive, seamless experience for everyone
  • You want more than just pretty paper & calligraphy – you want a collaborative partner who will bring your vision to life with the same care, creativity and & excitement you have for your special day
Carisse, NYC calligrapher, wedding invitation designer & owner of Carisse Design Studio
NYC calligrapher and invitation designer styles custom wedding invitation flat lay

“Carisse created my dream invitations.”

I literally sobbed at the sight of them. She thought of every detail. And it did not go unnoticed on anyone . . . Once my guests started receiving the invites, I got a record number of texts and calls from family and friends fawning over how absolutely gorgeous my invitations were. It really set the tone for the whole wedding. Carisse is a brilliant creative, a design hero, and a really, really good person who makes you feel taken care of every step of the way. I couldn’t recommend her more.

— Ashley

Let’s craft something extraordinary together.

Follow for updates & to see the latest projects

when you capture your wedding day elegance on paper 👌 earlier this year, I worked with L&S to design custom monogrammed stationery with delicate gold foil and matching envelopes. stationery that’s timeless & classic, perfect for thank
the simplest way to elevate your holiday table → calligraphy place cards 🌲✨ throwing it back to last season for @naturallydannyseo @dannyseomag at @colettanyc 🖤 click the link in bio to book now for holiday place cards, gifts & more ✨
wondering why letterpress & cotton paper are worth the splurge for your wedding invitations? just swipe and you’ll see 😍 imagine your guests opening your suite and holding these in their hands. your wedding will FEEL special long before i
when the assignment is VINTAGE ELEGANCE • handwritten paper, timeless calligraphy, wax seals, & ivory ribbon for perfect fall wedding vibes in the hudson valley 🖤 planner | @bymichellerea event stylist | @js_eventsllc photographers | @kt