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Richmond collection description
An elevated design boasting classic style and prominent initials.
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Richmond collection description
An elevated design boasting classic style and prominent initials.
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Corao collection description
Discover our Corao suite, where names and dates take center stage. Experiment with diverse layouts and font combinations to create a contemporary look. Add a personal touch by incorporating photos into your invitations. This suite was created in collaboration with Laura Mays (@invitedbylamaworks), a biomedical engineer turned graphic designer. She's a sunny midwest girl who specializes in wedding stationery design and who’s drawn to classic and traditional designs with whimsical touches.
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Blosser collection description
Elevate your wedding with our timeless Blosser suite. Featuring a classic design adorned with a watercolor monogram. This simple yet elegant suite allows ample space for your personal touch, ensuring a refined and personalized touch to your special day. This suite was created in collaboration with Jaye Backus, an artist and graphic designer specializing in invitations, patterns, and watercolor illustrations. She draws inspiration from the plants and flowers that grow in her home state of sunny Florida, where she currently lives.
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Blosser collection description
Elevate your wedding with our timeless Blosser suite. Featuring a classic design adorned with a watercolor monogram. This simple yet elegant suite allows ample space for your personal touch, ensuring a refined and personalized touch to your special day. This suite was created in collaboration with Jaye Backus, an artist and graphic designer specializing in invitations, patterns, and watercolor illustrations. She draws inspiration from the plants and flowers that grow in her home state of sunny Florida, where she currently lives.
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Vitale collection description
Discover our Vitale suite, where names and dates take center stage. Experiment with diverse layouts and font combinations to create a contemporary look. Add a personal touch by incorporating photos into your invitations. This suite was created in collaboration with Vanessa Barile, a graphic designer born and raised in Montreal, Canada. She brings new ideas to life by incorporating illustrations, paintings, and new mediums of art in her designs.
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Seibel collection description
Discover our Seibel suite, where names and dates take center stage. Experiment with diverse layouts and font combinations to create a contemporary look. Add a personal touch by incorporating photos into your invitations. This suite was created in collaboration with Jessica Miller (@owlandtoad), an artist and stationery designer based in sunny Southern California. She's inspired by nature, fresh color combos, and anything with a lot of texture
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Seibel collection description
Discover our Seibel suite, where names and dates take center stage. Experiment with diverse layouts and font combinations to create a contemporary look. Add a personal touch by incorporating photos into your invitations. This suite was created in collaboration with Jessica Miller (@owlandtoad), an artist and stationery designer based in sunny Southern California. She's inspired by nature, fresh color combos, and anything with a lot of texture
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Seibel collection description
Discover our Seibel suite, where names and dates take center stage. Experiment with diverse layouts and font combinations to create a contemporary look. Add a personal touch by incorporating photos into your invitations. This suite was created in collaboration with Jessica Miller (@owlandtoad), an artist and stationery designer based in sunny Southern California. She's inspired by nature, fresh color combos, and anything with a lot of texture
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Callahan collection description
Presenting our Callahan suite. Featuring minimalist botanical illustrations. Designed to make your event truly special. 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.
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Durham collection description
Durham showcases hand-drawn wildflowers framing details, coupled with clean, modern text for a contemporary feel. This suite was created in collaboration with Sandra Picco (@sandrapiccodesign), a licensing artist and graphic designer specializing in invitations, gift, and stationery design. She goes weak in the knees for pretty paper, good typography, and just about anything with a minimalist vibe.
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Lucille collection description
The Lucille invitation is a masterpiece of playful whimsy, framed by hand-drawn borders that add a personal touch to the elegant script.
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Oia collection description
The Oia collection brings a personalized touch with its hand-drawn floral border and text, bringing a note of fun to your celebration. 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.
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Sinfonia collection description
Our Sinfonia collection combines hand-drawn wildflowers with modern typography, perfect for couples seeking a sophisticated yet simple aesthetic that highlights their refined style. This suite was created in collaboration with Maria Hilas Louie (@maria.hilas.louie.design), a graphic designer from the SF Bay Area who loves minimalist stationery design, but strives to be more of a maximalist.
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Richmond collection description
Printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, Richmond is an elevated design boasting classic style and prominent initials.
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Richmond collection description
Printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, Richmond is an elevated design boasting classic style and prominent initials.
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Brier collection description
Framed by an inky floral border, the Brier collection adds a touch of intricate elegance to your celebration. This invitation is perfect for couples looking for a balance of classic charm and floral artistic flair. Pati Cascino (@pati_cascino), an artist and graphic designer from São Paulo, Brazil, currently based in Houston, TX. Her inspiration comes from everyday experiences, trips she took, and nature's shapes and colors.
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Chausey collection description
The Chausey collection is the epitome of elegance and simplicity, featuring whimsical ribbons and bows that lend to a dainty charm. This suite was created in collaboration with Vanessa Barile, a graphic designer born and raised in Montreal, Canada. She brings new ideas to life by incorporating illustrations, paintings, and new mediums of art in her designs.
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Metropol collection description
The Metropol collection captivates with its striking tile design. The geometric pattern frames the clean, sharp typography, ensuring that every detail stands out beautifully for an unforgettable first impression of your special day. This suite was created in collaboration with Corinne Malesic, an illustrator and graphic designer who specializes in stationery and surface pattern design. She is equally inspired by the organic patterns found in the natural landscape as she is by the vibrant colors and textures of the bustling city around her.
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Fountaine collection description
The Fountaine collection showcases modern text elements in a sleek and contemporary layout, emphasizing clarity and sophistication. The invitation uses bold, stark typography against a solid background to make a dramatic impression. 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.
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Altair collection description
The Altair collection exemplifies a sophisticated and contemporary design, characterized by its refined and modern typography. This work was created in collaboration with Andrea Cavaleri (@drecavaleri), a Montreal based graphic designer with a background in fine arts. Her longtime love for drawing and painting is often seen in her designs that are best described as classic minimalism with a touch of playful flare.
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Jackson collection description
Our Jackson collection features a unique monogram intertwined with delicate greenery, combining traditional style with a hint of natural elements. The clean, crisp typography is perfectly aligned to reflect a formal tone, ideal for couples looking to make a dignified and lasting impression. 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.
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Jackson collection description
Our Jackson collection features a unique monogram intertwined with delicate greenery, combining traditional style with a hint of natural elements. The clean, crisp typography is perfectly aligned to reflect a formal tone, ideal for couples looking to make a dignified and lasting impression. 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.
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Olmo collection description
The Olmo collection elegantly combines classic design elements with a modern touch, featuring a striking monogram at the top flanked by delicate floral details. 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.
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Olmo collection description
The Olmo collection elegantly combines classic design elements with a modern touch, featuring a striking monogram at the top flanked by delicate floral details. 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.
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Olmo collection description
The Olmo collection elegantly combines classic design elements with a modern touch, featuring a striking monogram at the top flanked by delicate floral details. 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.
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Lugano collection description
The Lugano collection is a masterpiece of elegance. Enveloped in lush greenery, this collection is ideal for couples that want a style that is both earthen and dignified. This suite was created in collaboration with Jaye Backus, an artist and graphic designer specializing in invitations, patterns, and watercolor illustrations. She draws inspiration from the plants and flowers that grow in her home state of sunny Florida, where she currently lives.
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Mendoza collection description
Our Mendoza collection exudes a modern yet classic appeal with its bold, clean typography and deep, sophisticated background. Ideal for couples looking for a contemporary design, this invitation pairs minimalistic aesthetic with a powerful visual statement, ensuring the details of their special day are delivered with both style and clarity. This suite was created in collaboration with Jessica Miller (@owlandtoad), an artist and stationery designer based in sunny Southern California. She's inspired by nature, fresh color combos, and anything with a lot of texture.
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Stanley collection description
Our Stanley collection combines painted sprigs with classic and elegant typography. We think it’s perfect for couples seeking a minimalist yet classic wedding theme. This suite was created in collaboration with Lissa Anglin, a Texas-based designer who creates imaginative designs that make every day more extraordinary. She utilizes hand-lettering and illustration to add interest to her work and prioritizes functionality and fun as she creates.
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Gothenburg collection description
Our Gothenburg collection is the epitome of modern elegance with its unique layout and formal design elements. This design uses modern typography to achieve a clean and sophisticated look, making it an excellent choice for couples seeking an invitation that stands out while maintaining an air of traditional formality. 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.
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Clover collection description
The Clover collection combines a unique tiled border with a modern layout to create a striking and contemporary design. Encapsulating both style and sophistication, we think it’s perfect for couples looking for a modern yet elegant invitation. 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.
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Elowen collection description
The Elowen collection is perfect for couples seeking a botanical theme for their special day. The elegant typeface enhances the sophisticated and organic aesthetic, making it ideal for a wedding imbued with natural elegance and understated charm. This suite was created in collaboration with Jaye Backus, an artist and graphic designer specializing in invitations, patterns, and watercolor illustrations. She draws inspiration from the plants and flowers that grow in her home state of sunny Florida, where she currently lives.
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Okavango collection description
Our Okavango collection is a testament to classic elegance and formal design. Featuring a clean, structured layout with a bold monogram centerpiece, this invite combines traditional and contemporary elements seamlessly. This suite was created in collaboration with Jessica Miller (@owlandtoad), an artist and stationery designer based in sunny Southern California. She's inspired by nature, fresh color combos, and anything with a lot of texture.
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St Lucia collection description
Our St Lucia collection captivates with its subtle elegance, featuring a speckled texture background that evokes the serene feeling of a sandy beach. This design is highlighted by a sophisticated monogram framed in an oval, lending a personal touch that is both modern and timeless. 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.
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Kenai collection description
The Kenai collection features an elaborate monogram that artistically combines your initials, adding a personal and sophisticated touch. With its refined script and structured layout, this invitation is the epitome of classic charm, ideal for a formal wedding where every detail reflects a taste for the exquisite. 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.
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Kenai collection description
The Kenai collection features an elaborate monogram that artistically combines your initials, adding a personal and sophisticated touch. With its refined script and structured layout, this invitation is the epitome of classic charm, ideal for a formal wedding where every detail reflects a taste for the exquisite. 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.
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Violetta collection description
The Violetta collection is a refined and modern wedding invitation featuring elegant typography that blends classic and contemporary styles. This suite was created in collaboration with Jaye Backus, an artist and graphic designer specializing in invitations, patterns, and watercolor illustrations. She draws inspiration from the plants and flowers that grow in her home state of sunny Florida, where she currently lives.
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Keanu collection description
The Keanu collection offers a modern and minimalist aesthetic that captivates with its elegant simplicity. Centered around a clean and bold typeface, we think it’s perfect for couples who appreciate modern design that is both understated and striking. This work was created in collaboration with Andrea Cavaleri (@drecavaleri), a Montreal based graphic designer with a background in fine arts. Her longtime love for drawing and painting is often seen in her designs that are best described as classic minimalism with a touch of playful flare.
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Mecca collection description
The Mecca Foil collection elegantly combines traditional charm with a touch of opulence. This collection features a sophisticated, neutral color palette accentuated by a stamped foil border that adds a luxurious feel. 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.
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Pourpier collection description
The Pourpier collection features a vibrant wildflower border, evoking a sense of natural beauty and charm. We think it’s perfect for couples looking for a cheerful and colorful way to announce their special day. This suite was created in collaboration with Nikki Hess of Lavender And Sea (@LavenderAndSea), an artist specializing in watercolor and illustration based in a cozy little beach town in Southern California. She's inspired by nature, all things whimsical and her mischievous little Corgi, Beignet.
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Wiosna collection description
The Wiosna collection elegantly combines delicate botanical illustrations with a clean, classic layout. We think it’s perfect for spring weddings, capturing the essence of the season with its intricate floral details and soft, serene aesthetic. 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.
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Marlow collection description
The Marlow collection features an elegant calligraphy style that captures the essence of modern sophistication. Its clean, flowing script is set against a crisp background, making it perfect for couples seeking a contemporary yet timeless invitation for their wedding celebration. 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.
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Sweetbay collection description
The Sweetbay collection features delicate floral illustrations, creating a soft and inviting aesthetic. This collection is perfect for couples seeking a romantic and refined look. This work was created in collaboration with Andrea Cavaleri (@drecavaleri), a Montreal based graphic designer with a background in fine arts. Her longtime love for drawing and painting is often seen in her designs that are best described as classic minimalism with a touch of playful flare.
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Isolde collection description
The Isolde Foil collection exudes timeless elegance with its intricately designed stamped foil details that form a lavish floral wreath. The foil details add a touch of opulence, ensuring that the announcement of your special day is nothing short of magnificent. This suite was created in collaboration with Simona Camp, a licensing artist and graphic designer specializing in wedding stationery and surface pattern design. She is most inspired by being out in nature, traveling, and visiting used bookstores.
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Octavia collection description
Make a beautiful statement with our Octavia Classic wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features baroque florals and solid background, perfect for highlighting your wedding details. We love it for couples who lean either boho or formal—this one's super versatile!
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Vence collection description
The Vence collection combines bold typography and a minimalistic layout to create a contemporary aesthetic. This invitation features your names prominently displayed in an oversized, sans-serif font, set against a muted rose background. This design is perfect for couples looking for a chic and straightforward way to announce their special day. This suite was designed in collaboration with Corie Chrisawn, the artist behind Corie Page Studio (@coriepagestudio), based in North Carolina. With a background in fine art, she combines mediums to create sophisticated, whimsical work that often features painterly florals and textured layers.
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Blair collection description
The Blair collection is refined and minimal, emphasizing elegant script typography. Set against a a neutral background, this invitation balances simplicity with modern elegance, making it an ideal choice for couples who appreciate clean lines and understated beauty for their special day.
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Papyrus collection description
Papyrus is a modern and minimalist collection, distinguished by its unique and meticulously structured typography for key details. The sophisticated and distinctive font for names, paired with a delicate script and clean lines, creates a sleek and refined layout. This suite offers a contemporary and elegant aesthetic, perfect for couples who appreciate a design where every detail is thoughtfully composed. This suite was created in collaboration with Emily Sabol Goss (@emilysabolgoss_art), a graphic designer and illustrator specializing in stationary and apparel design. She lives and works in cozy Bradford Woods, Pennsylvania.
All about black wedding invites
Timeless and versatile, black wedding invitations allow for your celebration’s unique flair to shine through. They’re commanding but not overpowering, much like an iconic little black dress or a refined tuxedo.
You can dress up your black wedding invitations with elegant gold foil, or give them a twist with surprising pops of color—the choice is yours.
Frequently asked questions
Is “Black” the New Standard for Wedding Invitations?
When you set out to plan a one-time celebration, you often try to make every single part stand out as personal, significant, and—ideally—different from anything your friends have seen. But why do we see black wedding invitations (as is) become a common choice for couples who want to signal a sense of style right from the start? Often, it’s because “black” presents a background that lets all your chosen details appear more clear and strong, while giving the event a tone you direct right from the envelope.
Why Are More Couples Choosing Black Invitations Now?
For anyone wondering if “black” is just about being new, or if there’s real reason for the trend, consider this: couples often find that using a “black” invitation lets you show more of who you are. Not everyone wants something standard or too quiet—sometimes you want to set the scene with bigger contrast, sharper lines, and names that stand out. For some, this kind of choice even makes your event feel more formal. But usually, it’s just about being in control and showing things the way you want.
Are You Limited to Only One Look When Using Black Invitations?
If you ask yourself whether a black invitation puts limits on style or layout, the clear answer is no. Black, as a base for your invite, actually leaves the field wide open for many different directions.
- Pairing black with white or metallic letters makes names and times easy to see and gives things a bold look, as seen in many top designs.
- Minimal lines and crisp space (think the “Blake” style) often give the whole card a modern or simple feeling.
- Using a frame—something that’s in about 9% of top designs—can help the main information feel more organized, without too much noise.
According to less personal but useful data (like that from Zola), couples usually pick a main vertical layout. About 72% go for portrait, focusing on the main details. If you want to send a photo, you can, but only a small number—below 10%—include even one picture.
Is Black Right for Only Formal Events, or Not?
With a black invitation, you quickly set “formal” as is, especially if you plan a serious event and want everyone to show up ready. The weight and clear color do most of the talking, so guests know what’s expected.
What About Winter or Off-Season Weddings?
In months when days run short, black invitations seem natural. The deep background lets any lighter part show up in full contrast, and can match well with the feeling of a cold night or a cozy winter event.
Can You Still Customize Black Invitations?
If you worry dark cards force you to settle for less, you should know that you usually have control over the look. Most providers—including Zola—let you add small, soft features (such as a simple wreath or an arch) if you want, and frames remain a popular way to keep things neat. Most couples, though, keep things easy and photo-free, letting the words and lines create the mood.
What Are the Top Black Invitation Styles Right Now?
For those who want proof before picking a type, checking out the current leaders can help a lot. The five most selected styles—Seraphine, Goundry, Blake, Wyncote, and Milford—each show what’s possible. You see that some (like Blake) use modern, simple lines, while others (such as Wyncote) show off with higher contrast and classic writing. Whether you want something clean, a bit more classic, or somewhere in the middle, you get the choice.
Does a Black Invitation Make Sense for You?
If you want to lead with both style and clarity, and if showing a strong, lasting message truly matters, black wedding invitations let you shape the look and feel from the moment your guest opens the envelope. You get options, freedom, and a strong first impression—all as is. In the end, that’s what a lot of couples want most.
Invitations for every style
From bohemian and botanical to minimalist and modern, there are gorgeous invitations of all styles on Zola.
Floral invitationsModern invitationsGreenery invitationsRustic invitationsWatercolor invitationsWhimsical invitationsCultural invitationsDestination invitationsBeach invitationsSummer invitationsWinter invitationsSpring invitationsElegant & Formal invitationsSimple & Minimalist invitationsTypography invitationsClassic & Traditional invitationsMonogram invitationsBoho invitationsMountains invitationsVintage & Retro invitationsMaximalist invitationsNautical invitationsBarn & Country invitationsBorder invitationsGeometric invitationsFall & Autumn invitations
Colors that match your theme
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
Invitations of all shapes & sizes
From traditional square invitations to fancy arches, Zola has a variety of card shapes to choose from.
Standard invitationsRounded invitationsScalloped invitationsHalf-arch invitationsArch invitationsOval invitationsTicket invitationsDiamond invitations
Mix and match options
With so many features and finishes available, choosing invitations can seem daunting. Narrow your search by combining your favorite design options.
Foil invitationsLetterpress invitationsReception-only invitationsPhoto invitationsInvitations without photosPortrait invitationsLandscape invitations