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15 Stationery Sets That Are Beyond Cute, Because Snail Mail Is Still the Best
Twitter, texting, and e-mail may be a tad more convenient than writing out heartfelt notes on ultra cute stationery, but nothing compares to receiving a piece of good old fashioned snail mail. You know, something somebody actually took the time to pick out, scribble on, and buy a postage stamp for. Don't let this personalized communication form die out — after all, there are too many awesome stationery sets to let that happen. Here are some of the coolest, because snail mail is still the best.
Polaroid Stationery
Polaroid Stationery, $15, Chronicle Books
Polaroids never go out of style. This set of ultra-hip stationery comes with 20 different cards, so you never have to send the same snap twice.
Hello Darling Stationery
Hello Darling Stationery, $11, Rifle Paper Co.
“Hello Darling” stationery is as elegant as it is playful. What a nice combo.
Hello Typewriter Stationery
Hello Typewriter Stationery, $10, Etsy
We may not use typewriters anymore when writing letters (and if you do, you’re awesome), but their cool vintage appeal still remains. Start your letter off with the machine that started it all.
Birthstone Stationery
Birthstone Stationery, $15, Paper Source
People love it when things are personalized. Subsequently, people will love receiving a piece of mail with their birthstone on it.
Violet Floral Stationery
Violet Floral Stationery, $22, Rifle Paper Co.
It’s flowery without being too flowery. How is that even possible? I don’t know, but it’s perfect.
"You're a Gem" Stationery
“You’re a Gem” Stationery, $12, Etsy
A smart pairing of gems and love. What more could a person want?
Everyday Personalized Portrait Stationery
Everyday Personalized Portrait Stationery, $85, Rifle Paper Co.
If you’ve got a little extra cash flow coming in, consider investing some of it in a personalized portrait set of stationery from Rifle Paper Co. It’s like having a mini-you stamped on every letter.
Donuts Stationery
Donuts Stationery, $13, Paper Source
These might actually be more fun than real donuts.
Twilight Garden Stationery
Twilight Garden Stationery, $9, Barnes & Noble
Florals brought to you with a hint of chrome and scalloped edges. Lovely.
Vintage Photography Camera Stationery
Vintage Photography Camera Stationery, $16, Etsy
Vintage cameras never looked so cute. Send one of these to a photography lover, and you’ll win them over for life.
Prism Stationery
Prism Stationery, $13, Paper Source
Bright and cheery stationery for a bright and cheery note. Hey, works for me!
PBR Beer Watercolor Hipster Stationery
PBR Beer Watercolor Hipster Stationery, $8, Etsy
As if writing a letter by hand wasn’t hipster enough, throw in a can of PBR for good measure.