Cartago collection description
Show your love for nature with the Cartago menu. Printed on luxe paper, this on-trend design features a border of hand-painted tropical leaves around a modern mix of typography. We think this is a stunning choice for destination weddings and couples getting married surrounded by lush greenery.
Ridgemoor collection description
Add vintage charm with the Ridgemoor menu. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features delicate leaves and berries around an elegant mix of typography in a chic frame. We especially love it for couples getting married in historical or rustic venues.
Brevard collection description
Add elegance with the Brevard menu. Printed on luxe paper, this chic design features a bold mix of typography, a delicate frame, and your initials in a circle. We think it lends itself beautifully to any wedding venue, from industrial loft to grand ballroom.
Kalia collection description
Add a magical touch with the Kalia menu. Printed on luxe paper, this whimsical design features timeless typography, a delicate frame, stars, and a unique color gradient. We think it’s a stunning pick for weddings in boho venues or held under the night sky.
Santorini collection description
Show that less is more with the Santorini menu. Printed on luxe paper, this versatile design features bold calligraphy and delicate typography on a chic solid background. We think it lends itself beautifully to any wedding vibe and venue.
Ybel collection description
Add color with the Ybel menu. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features hand-painted blooms and leaves around a sleek mix of typography, beautifully highlighting your food options. We think it's a stunning choice for nature lovers planning spring and summer weddings.
Gingerwood collection description
Add a botanical touch with the Gingerwood menu. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features a timeless mix of typography between rows of leaves and berries. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide variety of wedding venues, from ballrooms and rooftops to vineyards and barns.
Sylvan collection description
Add to your rustic vibe with the Sylvan menu. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features delicate flowers and leaves under a modern mix of typography. We especially love it for weddings in venues like gardens, vineyards, barns, and backyards.
Oaklyn collection description
Add to your botanical vibe with the Oaklyn menu. Printed on luxe paper, this romantic design features a border of hand-painted watercolor flowers and leaves around a timeless mix of typography. We think it’s a lovely pick for a wide variety of wedding venues, from lush gardens to formal ballrooms.
Staton collection description
Add to your artsy vibes with the Staton menu. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features abstract brush strokes and shapes around a modern mix of typography. We especially love it for creative weddings, in venues like urban lofts and galleries.
Millsboro collection description
Choose timeless elegance with the Millsboro menu. Printed on luxe paper, this versatile design features a modern mix of typography on a solid background, beautifully highlighting your food options. We think it’s a stunning pick for any wedding venue, from cool brewery to hotel ballroom.
Melvine collection description
Modern and timeless unite in the Melvine menu. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features a sleek mix of typography on a solid background, beautifully highlighting your food options. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide variety of wedding venues, from urban penthouses to banquet halls.
Everett collection description
Choose chic with the Everett Letterpress menu. Printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, this versatile design features modern typography, beautifully highlighting your food options. We think it strikes the perfect balance of elegant and minimalist.
Merlo collection description
Add to your elegant vibes with the Merlo menu. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features a stunning mix of calligraphy and typography, beautifully highlighting your food options. We think it’s a gorgeous pick for a wide variety of wedding venues, from banquet halls to gardens.
Adeleida collection description
Add to your romantic vibe with the Adeleida menu. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features hand-painted watercolor roses and leaves around an elegant mix of typography in a chic oval frame. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide variety of wedding venues, from historical mansions to rustic vineyards.
Cadiz collection description
Celebrate the love with the Cadiz menu. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features sleek typography above your initials in a unique oval frame. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for a wide variety of wedding venues, from urban lofts to rustic ranches.
Essenza collection description
Add to your romantic vibe with the Essenza Letterpress menu. Printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, this elegant design features minimalist, continuous-line floral drawings and a timeless mix of typography. We especially love it for weddings in venues filled with fresh touches.
Granger collection description
Add to your romantic vibe with the Granger menu. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features stunning hand-painted blooms and leaves around a timeless mix of typography. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for a wide variety of wedding venues, from rustic vineyard to hotel ballroom. Created in collaboration with Maggie Enterrios (@littlepatterns), a botanical illustrator known for her detailed, whimsical patterns. Her work can be found on product packaging around the globe.
Merlo collection description
Add to your elegant vibes with the Merlo Letterpress menu. Printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, this classic design features a stunning mix of calligraphy and typography, beautifully highlighting your food options. We think it’s a gorgeous pick for a wide variety of wedding venues, from banquet halls to gardens.
Beaulieu collection description
Add minimalist chic with the Beaulieu menu. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features romantic calligraphy and a sleek line above timeless typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for any wedding venue, from historical mansion to lush vineyard.
Alvito collection description
Add elegance with the Alvito menu. Printed on luxe paper, this timeless design features a bold mix of typography and sleek lines in a classic layout. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for a wide variety of wedding venues, from hotel ballrooms to lush vineyards.
Merrion collection description
Add to your classic style with the Merrion menu. Printed on luxe paper, this timeless design features botanical details, plus elegant typography in a chic layout. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for any wedding venue, from formal ballroom to rustic barn.
Evora collection description
Add to your elegant vibes with the Evora menu. Printed on luxe paper, this versatile design features delicate lines, plus calligraphy above a chic mix of typography in a classic layout. We think it’s a stunning pick for a wide variety of wedding venues, from urban rooftop to historic estate.
Jaramillo collection description
Add to your chic vibe with the Jaramillo menu. Printed on luxe paper, this minimalist design features an elegant mix of left-aligned typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide variety of wedding venues, from art gallery to hotel ballroom.
Normandy collection description
Add to your elegant decor with the Normandy menu. Printed on luxe paper, this timeless design features your initials in a botanical wreath, above chic typography in a traditional layout. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for any wedding venue, from country club to hotel ballroom.
Kently collection description
Add to your elegant vibe with the Kently menu. Printed on luxe paper, this versatile design features timeless typography in a classic layout, plus a delicate botanical illustration. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for a wide variety of wedding venues, from banquet halls to rustic ranches.
Creston collection description
Add understated elegance with the Creston menu. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features timeless typography, plus delicate leaves and flowers at the bottom. We think it’s a stunning pick for any wedding venue full of fresh blooms. 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.
Oakhurst collection description
Add to your rustic or artsy vibe with the Oakhurst menu. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design presents a watercolor landscape featuring trees, mountains, and wide open spaces. Beautifully versatile, we think it’s a gorgeous choice for a variety of wedding venues, from art galleries to lush vineyards.
Milford collection description
Add to your elegant vibe with the Milford menu. Printed on luxe paper, this timeless design features a stunning mix of typography in a classic layout, perfect for any wedding venue. 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.
Olaya collection description
Showcase your modern style with the Olaya suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features an elegant mix of typography, calligraphy, lines, and curves for a result that’s equally formal and fresh. This suite was created in collaboration with Steph Tsimonidis-Gougeon, a designer living and working in Montreal, Canada.
Pemberton collection description
Make a lovely statement with the Pemberton suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features hand-painted watercolor flowers and an elegant mix of typography and calligraphy over your custom picture. We especially love it for spring and summer weddings where fresh touches shine.
Abelli collection description
Make a romantic statement with the Abelli suite. Printed on luxe paper, this timeless design features delicate botanical details and a classic mix of typography and calligraphy. We think it’s a stunning choice for any wedding full of formal touches.
Allamia collection description
Make a lovely statement with the Allamia suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features hand-painted watercolor flowers, plus a romantic mix of typography. Perfect for nature lovers and wedding venues full of fresh blooms.
Mathias collection description
Celebrate your love with the Mathias suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features an elegant mix of typography and calligraphy, plus delicate botanical illustrations. We think it’s a stunning choice for any wedding venue, from rustic ranch to hotel ballroom.
Loxley collection description
Start your forever with the Loxley suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features an intricate mix of typography for a formal yet whimsical result. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide variety of wedding venues, from lush gardens to banquet halls. This suite was created in collaboration with Meagan Christensen, a Utah-based artist, illustrator, and designer specializing in stationery and surface design.
Bridlewood collection description
Make an artsy statement with the Bridlewood suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features hand-painted watercolor trees, plus an elegant mix of typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for nature lovers and weddings in picturesque venues.
Adhara collection description
Send a little magic with the Adhara suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features whimsical stars and a modern mix of typography. Perfect for lovers of astronomy and astrology, or for evening weddings.
Brendlyn collection description
Start your forever with the Brendlyn suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features delicate botanical details and an elegant mix of typography and calligraphy. We especially love it for weddings full of rustic touches.
Delana collection description
Choose modern elegance with the Delana suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features delicate botanical details and a chic mix of typography. We think it’s a stunning pick for nature lovers looking for something timeless.
Luana collection description
Choose artsy elegance with the Luana suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features hand-drawn botanical details, plus a timeless mix of typography and calligraphy. We think it strikes the perfect balance of formal and fresh. This suite was created in collaboration with Camac Studio Inc. (@camacstudio), a Montreal-based graphic design studio specializing in strategic branding.
Capri collection description
Make a lovely statement with the Capri suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features delicate botanical details and an elegant mix of typography. We think it strikes the perfect balance of formal and fresh. This suite was designed in collaboration with 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.
Bellevue collection description
Showcase your love for nature with the Bellevue suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features delicate botanical details, plus an elegant mix of typography and calligraphy. We think it’s a stunning choice for any wedding, no matter the season. This design was created in collaboration with ANH Design House, a graphic design company specializing in designing beautiful paper goods such as invitations, social stationery, and event design. They pride themselves on creating modern and simple yet elegant designs.
Matienzo collection description
Add to your romantic vibe with the Matienzo suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features delicate botanical details and an elegant mix of typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide range of wedding venues, from historical estates to urban lofts. This suite was designed in collaboration with 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.
Taneja collection description
Make an elegant statement with the Taneja suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features intricate botanical details and a timeless mix of typography, striking the perfect balance of formal and fresh. This suite was created in collaboration with Devika Keskar (@indigopaisleydesigns), an architect-turned-designer who enjoys greeting card and stationery design. She runs her small business, Indigo Paisley Designs, and lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her family.
Caoba collection description
Match your decor with the Caoba suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features painterly botanical details and a timeless mix of typography. We especially love it for fall weddings and rustic celebrations. This suite was created in collaboration with Christina of Copper Cactus Company (@coppercactuscompany), a custom wedding stationery company based in Phoenix, Arizona.
Malyly collection description
Make a lovely statement with the Malyly suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features hand-painted flowers and classic typography, perfect for any romantic wedding. This suite was created in collaboration with Esther Clark (@estherclarkco), a fine artist specializing in oils, watercolors, and line drawings, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Keole collection description
Showcase your elegant style with the Keole suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features a romantic mix of typography, plus a delicate botanical illustration. 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.
Aldeney collection description
Make a lovely statement with the Aldeney suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features chic typography and hand-painted watercolor florals, perfect for nature lovers looking for timeless elegance. This suite was created in collaboration with Camac Studio Inc. (@camacstudio), a Montreal-based graphic design studio specializing in strategic branding.
When you think about your wedding, can you see how something small—like the menu—shapes the whole event for your guests? While it may look like just a list of dishes on the table, the “menu” is often more than that: it becomes part of the story for your day, joining both function and a sense of style as is.
Menus at each table don’t just inform people about the “food” you’ve chosen, though that’s their main goal. Frequently, menus help set the mood by letting everyone know the meal is beginning, and they guide each guest through every course. When the menu shares information about ingredients or diets, everyone can find what works best for them. Sometimes, these menus even become a keepsake, connecting each guest to the day in a “personal” way.
If you want to follow the most current approach, you’ll notice two leading choices for menus in 2024. Foil-pressed designs, featuring light-catching details (especially under candlelight), stand out, and this choice is especially liked during a night event or party. The other main option—letterpress menus—gives you softly pressed text, and the “classic” feel works well for both a natural or modern setting. In both situations, the effect is both visual and physical, which people often enjoy during a special event.
Menus need to make the dining process simple and enjoyable for all your guests, and several layouts are common for this reason. The Sundell layout is the most widely used right now, and you’ll also notice Goundry, Violin, Barnell, and Merryton at different tables, allowing for a mix of easy reading and elegant style. Can anyone read it at a glance? That’s the main test.
When you want everything at your wedding to show a united look, carrying main ideas across items is helpful. Sometimes, this involves picking paper that feels right for your table, a typeface that matches your mood, simple lines or borders that suggest the season or setting, or even including a short line about “love” or “food.” With each detail, your menu becomes part of the celebration as is.
To help everyone, be sure your menu gives the “event” name and date, a clear list of each part of the meal (starter, main, dessert), as well as short notes about the food and drink. Also, include symbols for top diet requests or allergies, and, if you choose, add a brief message from you and/or your partner.
Want to avoid rushing or mistakes? Order your menus about two or three months before the day itself. This lets you finish your menu after you’ve selected all your food and drinks with your caterer, giving time for changes, printing, and delivery.
While having one card for every guest is still common, couples now also use single large menus set at the entrance or on the table, or offer scrolls tied with a ribbon in your chosen color. Sometimes, couples use fabric or acrylic rather than paper—especially if the event features a strong or creative theme. Others might include an interactive approach, letting people talk about “food” with a chef or see each course prepared.
A simple menu, when it fits the event, will feel like a small but important part of your story. With honest care and a few creative choices, it can go beyond a list of “food,” turning into a memory and linking people to the feeling you want them to have as is.
From bohemian and botanical to minimalist and modern, there are gorgeous menus of all styles on Zola.
Floral menusModern menusGreenery menusRustic menusWatercolor menusWhimsical menusCultural menusDestination menusBeach menusSummer menusWinter menusSpring menusElegant & Formal menusSimple & Minimalist menusTypography menusClassic & Traditional menusMonogram menusBoho menusMountains menusVintage & Retro menusMaximalist menusNautical menusBarn & Country menusBorder menusGeometric menusFall & Autumn menus
Whether you're going for classic white or a bright array of hues, Zola has menus of every color to match your wedding theme.
Multi menusBlue menusDusty Blue menusRoyal Blue menusNavy menusBlack menusRed menusBurgundy menusWhite menusPurple menusLavender menusPlum menusPink menusRose menusDusty Rose menusCoral menusPeach menusGreen menusEmerald Green menusTeal menusOrange menusYellow menusGrey menusBrown menusOff White menus
From traditional square menus to fancy arches, Zola has a variety of card shapes to choose from.
Standard menusRounded menusScalloped menusArch menusTicket menusDiamond menus
With so many features and finishes available, choosing menus can seem daunting. Narrow your search by combining your favorite design options.