Marat collection description
The Marat collection exudes a serene and delicate charm, perfect for a spring or summer wedding. This design features sprigs of lavender, beautifully rendered in soft pastel hues that evoke a sense of gentle beauty and simplicity. This suite was created in collaboration with April Foster, a graphic and brand designer specializing in invitations and digital design. With a less-is-more approach, her aesthetic is clean and elegant, with a focus on beautiful type and subtle details.
Tolleson collection description
Tolleson melds farm chic with a vintage vibe, featuring bold type and desert-inspired illustrations for a standout rustic wedding invitation. This suite was created in collaboration with Mel Di Genova (@_designedbymel), a versatile artist and graphic designer with experience in acrylic and watercolor painting, plus pencil illustration, branding, page layout design, and invitations.
Rooftop collection description
Celebrate in style with our Rooftop Bloom wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this rustic, natural design features gorgeous illustrated florals set against a rich background. Perfect for letting your wedding details shine. We love this design for outdoor weddings in the garden, on the farm, or anywhere with blooming flowers.
Griffith collection description
Charm them with the Griffith Stamp wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this rustic design features a sleek border around an intricate illustration and timeless typography. Perfect for celebrations in the countryside, whether formal or casual.
Summerlin collection description
Showcase your rustic style with the Summerlin Corner wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features an elegant mix of typography and pretty leaves. We especially love it for couples getting married in outdoor venues, like wineries, vineyards, breweries, and gardens.
Brisbee collection description
The Brisbee collection brings farm chic to your wedding with a classic typeface and equestrian emblem for an elegant, countryside feel. This design was created in collaboration with Esther Clark (@estherclarkco), a fine artist specializing in oils, watercolors, and line drawings, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Preciada collection description
Put your love for nature on display with the Preciada suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features gorgeous botanical details and elegant typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide range of wedding venues, from rustic barns to formal hotel ballrooms. This suite was created in collaboration with Stellax Creative (@stellaxcreative), a Maryland-based graphic design studio specializing in invitations, greeting cards and art. Its owner, Anna, draws her inspiration from nature and architecture.
Rockford collection description
Showcase your love for nature with the Rockford suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features an elegant landscape, plus timeless typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for rustic weddings. This suite was created in collaboration with Allison Kincaid of AK Graphics. Allison is a farmwife, mother of 2, and an artist + stationery designer from Eastern Washington state.
Festival collection description
Spread the wedding love with our Festival Print wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this bold, graphic design features a whimsical mix of vintage fonts and borders reminiscient of a band poster. Perfect for a couple who's a little bit country, a little bit rock n' roll, and a whole lot of unique. Rooted in the signature warmth and charm of the American South, Draper James always brings the style (no matter your location on the map).
Stamped FoilRooftop collection description
Celebrate in style with our Rooftop Bloom wedding invitation, available with stamped foil. Printed on luxe paper, this rustic, natural design features gorgeous illustrated florals set against a rich background. Perfect for letting your wedding details shine. We love this design for outdoor weddings in the garden, on the farm, or anywhere with blooming flowers.
Sunnyridge collection description
Make them smile with the Sunnyridge Bloom wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features hand-painted sunflowers, a unique background, and a timeless mix of typography. We especially love it for rustic and boho weddings filled with fresh blooms and DIY touches.
Stamped FoilSummerlin collection description
Showcase your rustic style with the Summerlin Corner Foil wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features an elegant mix of typography, plus pretty leaves, and shiny gold details. We especially love it for couples getting married in outdoor venues, like wineries, vineyards, breweries, and gardens.
Zaldia collection description
Showcase your wedding style with the Zaldia suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features a stunning hand-painted landscape, plus timeless typography. Perfect for art lovers and couples planning rustic celebrations. This suite was created in collaboration with Shelby Allison, the artist behind Origami Prints (@origamiprints), which specializes in stationery and event design for special occasions. She is most inspired by travel as well as styles and trends from around the globe.
Brisbee collection description
The Brisbee collection brings farm chic to your wedding with a classic typeface and equestrian emblem for an elegant, countryside feel. This design was created in collaboration with Esther Clark (@estherclarkco), a fine artist specializing in oils, watercolors, and line drawings, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Floris collection description
Our Floris collection marries beautiful illustrations with simple, refined typography, set against a clean background. Each unique illustration makes it ideal for a variety of weddings and locations. This suite was designed in collaboration with Becky Nimoy, an illustrator and stationery designer based in San Pedro, California. She’s inspired by all things vintage and hiking coastal trails in her small port town.
Malcesine collection description
Our Malcesine collection combines classic elegance with rustic illustrations. We think it’s perfect for a close-knit ceremony in the countryside. This design was created in collaboration with Esther Michaletz (@estherclarkco), a fine artist specializing in oils, watercolors, and line drawings, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Heritage Barn collection description
Heritage Barn is a rustic-meets-elegant collection featuring a finely detailed illustration of a classic barn. Bold, serif typography adds a sense of grandeur while maintaining warmth and charm. Perfect for countryside celebrations, this design honors tradition with a modern, elevated touch. This suite was designed in collaboration with Meagan Christensen, an artist, illustrator, and designer specializing in stationery and surface design. She delights in identifying typefaces wherever she goes, taking photos of interesting doors, and cultivating her backyard flower garden so she has subjects to paint all summer long.
Rooftop collection description
Celebrate in style with our Rooftop Corner wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this rustic, natural design features gorgeous illustrated florals set against a rich background. Perfect for letting your wedding details shine. We love this design for outdoor weddings in the garden, on the farm, or anywhere with blooming flowers.
Bonnie collection description
Celebrate your joy with our Bonnie Landscape wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this sunny design features a handpainted sunflower illustration and mixed fonts. We love it for couples getting married in the great outdoors (or anywhere with lots of florals).
Marietta collection description
Make a lovely statement with the Marietta Bloom wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features a stunning frame of flowers and leaves around a timeless mix of typography. We think this is a beautiful pick for all romantic weddings, from formal to rustic.
Sunnyridge collection description
Showcase your charming style with the Sunnyridge Corner wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features hand-painted sunflowers, a unique background, and a timeless mix of typography. We especially love it for rustic, boho, and outdoor weddings.
Rooftop collection description
Celebrate in style with our Rooftop Classic wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features gorgeous illustrated blooms around a timeless mix of typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for romantic weddings in any venue, from vineyards to hotel ballrooms.
Quintana collection description
Showcase your romantic style with the Quintana Landscape wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features realistic roses and leaves, plus an elegant mix of typography in a delicate frame. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide variety of celebrations, from fairy tale-inspired to rustic.
Quintana collection description
Go for soft elegance with the Quintana Border wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features realistic roses and leaves, plus a delicate frame and a timeless mix of typography. We especially love it for romantic, boho, and rustic celebrations.
Stamped FoilSummerlin collection description
Make a rustic statement with the Summerlin Classic Foil wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features an elegant mix of typography, plus pretty leaves, and shiny gold details. We think this is a stunning choice for couples getting married in outdoor venues, like vineyards, breweries, and gardens.
Melcher collection description
Delight your guests with the Melcher suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features hand-painted flowers and romantic typography, perfect for nature lovers looking for whimsical elegance.
Melcher collection description
Delight your guests with the Melcher suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features hand-painted flowers and romantic typography, perfect for nature lovers looking for whimsical elegance.
Preciada collection description
Put your love for nature on display with the Preciada suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features gorgeous botanical details and elegant typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide range of wedding venues, from rustic barns to formal hotel ballrooms. This suite was created in collaboration with Stellax Creative (@stellaxcreative), a Maryland-based graphic design studio specializing in invitations, greeting cards and art. Its owner, Anna, draws her inspiration from nature and architecture.
Whitaker collection description
Showcase your rustic style with the Whitaker suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features a gorgeous hand-painted landscape, plus a modern mix of typography. We think it’s a stunning pick for art lovers getting married in the countryside. This suite was designed in collaboration with Holly Whitcomb, a graphic designer and artist based in Omaha, Nebraska. Her work is a vibrant blend of abstract botanicals and landscapes, where bold colors and expressive brushwork come alive.
Jerome collection description
Explore our Jerome suite, marrying script and serif fonts. This mix-and-match design adds a romantic touch, offering a perfect blend of elegance and charm. This suite was created in collaboration with Shelby Allison, the artist behind Origami Prints (@origamiprints), which specializes in stationery and event design for special occasions. She is most inspired by travel as well as styles and trends from around the globe.
Tolleson collection description
Tolleson melds farm chic with a vintage vibe, featuring bold type and desert-inspired illustrations for a standout rustic wedding invitation. This suite was created in collaboration with Mel Di Genova (@_designedbymel), a versatile artist and graphic designer with experience in acrylic and watercolor painting, plus pencil illustration, branding, page layout design, and invitations.
Malcesine collection description
Our Malcesine collection combines classic elegance with rustic illustrations. We think it’s perfect for a close-knit ceremony in the countryside. This design was created in collaboration with Esther Michaletz (@estherclarkco), a fine artist specializing in oils, watercolors, and line drawings, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Sable collection description
The Sable collection features charming, sketch-like depictions of pastoral landscapes, lending itself well to a rustic and earthy feel. This design is perfect for couples who appreciate the elegance of simplicity and a connection to the countryside. This suite was created in collaboration with Shelby Allison, the artist behind Origami Prints (@origamiprints), which specializes in stationery and event design for special occasions. She is most inspired by travel as well as styles and trends from around the globe.
When you’re thinking about how to share your country event with friends and family, you might ask what actually gives a barn invitation that warm, true feeling—one that feels just right for your place, as is. Which details really work if you want your guests to know what’s ahead?
Frequently, your invitation acts as the first point of contact and/or the first thing people hold in their hands that sets the mood for your event. Invitations for these weddings often use natural, soft, or rough materials—kraft paper being a popular option—because that approach gives everything a strong link to barn wood and the outdoors. Sometimes, you’ll see small, special items tied on or slipped inside, like a flower, a touch of wild grass, or just a bit of simple string. Not something only looked at and thrown away, but often kept because it feels real and welcoming. When you start with touches like this, you help guests see what your country celebration is all about.
If you’re trying to decide on a design, what should you actually look for? Among the top choices for these weddings, you’ll often see styles like Saranac, Humbyrd, Millbrook, Douglas, or Alder, because each combines a natural look with a sense of ease and quiet style. Most people (about 62%) pick the portrait direction, which makes it possible for the wood feel, soft colors, or smaller leaf-like marks to show up right in the center.
A direct question comes up—does a photo ever help? For some people, a single image of themselves, the place, or a country view can add something personal, but it’s not required. Usually, just one photo (chosen by about 16%) is added, and using several together is pretty rare—only about one percent try this. A single photo and a lot of open space match the quiet feeling most people want for these invitations.
You might also wonder, should you pick details like a border, a plant circle, or a shiny accent? Around 7% try a box around the main words, which focuses everyone’s eyes, while options like plant circles or arch shapes are seen even less (just one percent). Using foil or shiny print is not common, since a country design usually calls for less, not more.
Timing really matters for a barn or outside event because such places tend to be busy, especially from late spring through summer. To help the process run well and feel less rushed, aim to get your invitations sent out between four and six months before your wedding. That way, you give yourself time to address, check, and send, staying well ahead of any surprise issue.
You want your invitations to truly show who you are and match what people will see when they arrive. When you use material, color, and ideas tied to the rest of your day, you shape the path for a smooth flow and/or a strong sense of place. Example: designs from Saranac or Humbyrd remain popular since they balance a country feel with useful, easy changes based on your needs.
Your invite, then, becomes the first part of your event’s story—a hint at what’s coming, given to the people you want to have close as you share your day in a truly country way.
From bohemian and botanical to minimalist and modern, there are gorgeous invitations of all styles on Zola.
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Whether you're going for classic white or a bright array of hues, Zola has invitations of every color to match your wedding theme.
Multi invitationsBlue invitationsDusty Blue invitationsRoyal Blue invitationsNavy invitationsBlack invitationsRed invitationsBurgundy invitationsWhite invitationsPurple invitationsLavender invitationsPlum invitationsPink invitationsRose invitationsDusty Rose invitationsCoral invitationsPeach invitationsGreen invitationsEmerald Green invitationsTeal invitationsOrange invitationsYellow invitationsGrey invitationsBrown invitationsOff White invitations
From traditional square invitations to fancy arches, Zola has a variety of card shapes to choose from.
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With so many features and finishes available, choosing invitations can seem daunting. Narrow your search by combining your favorite design options.
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