Invitations so beautiful, it hurts to send them away.
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.
Griffith collection description
Put your love for all things rustic on display with the Griffith Classic wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this charming design features a sleek border around an intricate barn illustration and timeless typography. We especially love it for couples getting married in the countryside.
Sinclair collection description
Show your elegant style with the Sinclair wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this timeless design features classic typography on a sleek background. We think this is a beautiful choice for all celebrations, from formal hotel ballroom receptions to intimate backyard ceremonies. Created in collaboration with Esther Clark (@estherclarkco), a fine artist specializing in oils, watercolors, and line drawings, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Oxley collection description
Say “I do!” to the Oxley Stamp wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features timeless typography and hand-painted watercolor leaves between your initials. Perfect for any type of wedding, from historical venues to cool vineyards.
Oxley collection description
Celebrate the love with the Oxley Lush wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features an intricate watercolor border around timeless typography. Perfect for art lovers looking for something elegant and fresh.
Marley collection description
Show your playful side with the Marley Type wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features bold calligraphy, timeless typography, and a delicate heart. We love it for creative couples looking for something fresh, yet elegant.
Marley collection description
Celebrate your love with the Marley Classic wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features bold calligraphy, timeless typography, and a delicate heart. We think it strikes the perfect balance of freshness and elegance.
Sharpe collection description
Choose a true classic with the Sharpe Type wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this chic design features timeless typography and simple dots on a sleek background. We love its formal look, perfect for hotel ballroom weddings and traditional ceremonies.
Sharpe collection description
Make a chic statement with the Sharpe Classic wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features timeless typography and simple dots on a sleek background. We think it lends itself beautifully to any formal celebration.
Montavilla collection description
Showcase your personal style with the Montavilla Stamp wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this whimsical design features semi-abstract flowers and modern typography. We think this is a stunning choice for romantic celebrations full of boho vibes.
Montavilla collection description
Go for unique with the Montavilla Pass wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features whimsical flowers around a boarding pass. Perfect for destination weddings or for family members who will have to travel.
Humboldt collection description
Show your DIY spirit with the Humboldt Landscape wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features chalkboard-inspired botanical accents and sleek typography. We especially love it for creative couples looking for something chic, yet out-of-the-box.
Humboldt collection description
Show your DIY spirit with the Humboldt Classic wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features chalkboard-inspired botanical accents and sleek typography. We especially love it for creative couples looking for something chic, yet out-of-the-box.
Kianna collection description
Celebrate your joy with the Kianna wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features delicate, intricate blooms around timeless typography. We love its romance and sophistication, perfect for rustic or formal celebrations.Created in collaboration with Esther Clark (@estherclarkco), a fine artist specializing in oils, watercolors, and line drawings, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Marlette collection description
Show your timeless style with the Marlette wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features stunning white flowers and leaves around elegant typography. We think it strikes the perfect balance of elegant and fresh. Created in collaboration with Esther Clark (@estherclarkco), a fine artist specializing in oils, watercolors, and line drawings, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Woodland collection description
Go for rustic elegance with the Woodland Stamp wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this timeless design features tasteful typography and a delicate botanical detail. We love this for all nature lovers, whether planning casual or formal weddings.
Woodland collection description
Show your love for nature with the Woodland Forest wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this artsy design features a hand-drawn scenery, complete with trees and a river, plus timeless typography. We think this is a stunning choice for rustic celebrations of all kinds, from barn ceremonies to camping weddings.
Brantley collection description
Celebrate your classic style with the Brantley wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this timeless design features chic typography on a sleek background, plus delicate flowers on the back. We especially love it for formal weddings where fresh blooms shine. Created in collaboration with Esther Clark (@estherclarkco), a fine artist specializing in oils, watercolors, and line drawings, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Findley collection description
Showcase your timeless style with the Findley wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features stunning hand-painted blooms and leaves around classic typography. We think it strikes the perfect balance of formal and fresh.Created in collaboration with Esther Clark (@estherclarkco), a fine artist specializing in oils, watercolors, and line drawings, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Leia collection description
Show your timeless style with the Leia Stamp wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features your initials, classic typography, and delicate leaves inside a sleek frame. We especially love it for nature lovers looking for something formal that stands the test of time.
Leia collection description
Celebrate the love with the Leia Border wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features elegant leaves and timeless typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for fall ceremonies and forest weddings.
Bethany collection description
Show your romantic style with the Bethany Frame wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features stunning flowers, leaves, and feathers, plus a timeless mix of typography inside a sleek diamond. We think it strikes the perfect balance of classic and unique.
Bethany collection description
Celebrate your joy with the Bethany Bloom wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features stunning flowers, leaves, and feathers, plus a timeless mix of typography. We especially love it for nature lovers looking for something classic with a twist.
Dubuque collection description
Celebrate your classic style with the Dubuque Stamp wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features a delicate bloom between your initials, along with a timeless mix of typography. We especially love it for couples looking for formal with a fresh twist.
Dubuque collection description
Go for romance with the Dubuque Bloom wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features delicate flowers and a stunning mix of timeless typography. We think it strikes the perfect balance of classic and fresh.
Stamped FoilBaker collection description
Share the love with our Baker Fan wedding invitation, available with stamped foil. Printed on luxe paper, this Art deco-inspired design features a striking golden fan print and vintage font—perfect for lovers of Old Hollywood, formal weddings, and anyone craving a little bit of classic glam.
Stamped FoilSona collection description
Share the wedding joy with our Sona Portrait wedding invitation, available with stamped foil. Printed on luxe paper, this bold design features traditional Indian motifs, bright colors, and modern linework—perfect for couples who want to celebrate out loud.
Stamped FoilSona collection description
Share the wedding joy with our Sona Stamp wedding invitation, available with stamped foil. Printed on luxe paper, this bold design features traditional Indian motifs, bright colors, and modern linework—perfect for couples who want to celebrate out loud.
Providence collection description
Reflect your wedding style with our Providence Portrait wedding invitation. This nautical letterpress design, printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, features a playful anchor, perfect for beach weddings, lakefront affairs, and everyone who loves being seaside.
Providence collection description
Reflect your style with our Providence Corner wedding invitation. This nautical letterpress design, printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, features playful ropes that frame your wedding details, perfect for beach weddings, lakefront affairs, and everyone who loves being seaside.
Catania collection description
Wow your loved ones with the Catania Border wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features intricate blooms and leaves around modern typography. We think this is a gorgeous choice for couples getting married in pretty gardens, lush backyards, or surrounded by natural elements.
Catania collection description
Show your romantic side with the Catania Bloom wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features delicate flowers and timeless typography. We especially love it for couples getting married in gardens, backyards, and rustic venues.
Seabay collection description
Show your summery style with the Seabay Portrait wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features palm leaf shadows behind your custom photo, plus elegant typography. Perfect for couples getting married by the ocean.
Seabay collection description
Let the Seabay Palm wedding invitation reflect your sunny personalities. Printed on luxe paper, this summery design features palm leaf shadows behind a modern mix of typography. We especially love it for destination weddings and celebrations in hot weather.
Hernando collection description
Share the joy with the Hernando Type wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features two-toned flowers around modern typography. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for romantic weddings with an edge.
Hernando collection description
Make a stunning statement with the Hernando Classic wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features two-toned blooms around modern typography. Perfect for romantic couples looking for something unique.
Unconditional collection description
Show your timeless style with the Unconditional Stamp wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features delicate flowers and a stunning mix of typography. We think it strikes the perfect balance of elegance and minimalism.
Unconditional collection description
Start your forever with the Unconditional Bloom wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features delicate flowers and a timeless mix of typography. Perfect for couples looking for something elegant and fresh.
Violin collection description
Celebrate love with our gorgeous Violin Portrait wedding invitation. This classic and timeless letterpress design, printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, features dramatic script calligraphy, letting your wedding details sing. We love this for weddings of all kinds, from hotel ballroom to simple backyard party—it truly goes with every vibe, color palette, and location.
Cabrillo collection description
Showcase your unique style with the Cabrillo Border wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this whimsical design features tile-inspired birds and delicate details around a timeless mix of typography. We think it strikes the perfect balance of traditional and modern.
Cabrillo collection description
Charm them with the Cabrillo Bloom wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features tile-inspired botanical details around a timeless mix of typography. A beautiful blend of modern and traditional.
Braunfels collection description
Go for unique with the Braunfels Stroke wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features bold brushstrokes and modern typography. We especially love it for celebrations in art galleries and industrial lofts.
Braunfels collection description
Make a unique statement with the Braunfels Stamp wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features bold typography in a sleek frame. We think it strikes the perfect balance of elegant and out-of-the-box.
Atchison collection description
Charm your guests with the Atchison Forest wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this watercolor design features a hand-painted path in nature, under a pretty mix of typography. Perfect for hiking lovers and couples getting married in nature.Created in collaboration with Seattle-based watercolor artist Brigida Swanson of Yardia (@yardia).
Benton collection description
Show your flawless taste with the Benton Frame wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this chic design features timeless marble behind elegant typography. We especially love it for traditional celebrations with a modern edge.
Benton collection description
Show your timeless style with the Benton Classic wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features sophisticated typography on a marble background. Perfect for celebrations in historical venues and stunning ballrooms.
Crofton collection description
Wow your loved ones with the Crofton wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features pretty tulips and modern typography. We think this is a stunning choice for spring celebrations and outdoor ceremonies.Created in collaboration with Ohio-based illustrator Susan Hazel Rich of Hazelmade (@hazelmade).
Castellina collection description
Delight your guests with the Castellina wedding invitation. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features hand-painted pansies, alongside a modern mix of typography. We think it strikes the perfect balance of elegant and whimsical.
Your wedding invitations should be an expression of your personal wedding style or theme. Many couples choose to make their wedding invitation design an artistic focal point of their big day, as the invitation is one of the pillars of your wedding journey.
Creating DIY wedding invites as unique as you two is fun and easy at Zola. You can choose from eight different paper options (like recycled, pearlescent, and linen), countless font styles, luxurious foil accents, and tons of beautiful backgrounds and styles. We are always updating our site and adding new beautiful, affordable wedding invitation templates to help you find your perfect design and make your decision process a breeze.
Amanda & Rachel
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We got five free samples of our favorite invitation designs to test out before we made a decision. Shipping was free, too!
Steven & Alex
The most helpful site ever
We had no clue what we had to put on our invitations, and Zola answered even our craziest questions.
When you plan your wedding, you might not think right away about how much these cards will affect your day, but they often set the first tone for your whole event. Frequently, your family and friends get an idea of your style and mood the moment that invitation and its envelope show up, starting their experience with that one simple card. If you want a classic look, the standard Milford design—a top option—gives you clean lines, strong text, and good paper that provides instant feeling even before anyone arrives. Put simply? Expectations start as is, the second someone holds your invite.
The number of styles, as is, is bigger than most expect, and finding one that matches your idea matters.
Classic invitations usually have formal text and well-drawn lines, often on thick paper, with a sense of tradition at the center. The widely chosen Seraphine design fits this look and keeps things classic and timeless.
Although many may expect otherwise, only about 12% go with a single photo, and fewer than 1% add more. That means almost everyone skips photos on the invite itself. But if you want to share an image from your engagement, a single clean photo is usually the way to go.
If you feel drawn to a modern approach—maybe you like open space or straight lines—the Caleania invite could stand out for you with its use of simple text and lots of empty space. Minimalism is not just a trend, as it often creates a calm, clear feeling throughout your event.
When you look at most invitation sets, you usually find several parts in one envelope, each with its own use:
Timing always matters. How do you know the best time to mail your cards?
Portrait style is the main choice—over 70% go that way—while only a few pick landscape. Simple shapes and plain frames show up far more often (about 5%) than things like wreaths, arches, or shiny bits, which now appear in just 1% of cases. Styles using foil or letterpress are seen much less than before. If you want more examples, Laurelwood and Goundry are other top picks, showing both clean and decorated looks.
Tradition puts the bride’s family as the host, but now you can just list both families, yourselves, or use a phrase like “together with their families,” making it feel more open and modern.
Here’s a simple rule: you should never put gift or shopping list information on the main invitation. If you want people to know about your registry, send them to your wedding website or a different card included in the envelope.
These cards, as is, are more than just paper. They start your story, bring everyone to your day, create a feeling, and give guests what they need to know. In the end, a good invitation says what your event will be before anything begins.
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
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.
Standard invitationsRounded invitationsScalloped invitationsHalf-arch invitationsArch invitationsOval invitationsTicket invitationsDiamond invitations
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