Bella collection description
Bella is a sophisticated and timeless collection featuring a bespoke floral crest that frames your custom monograms. The interplay of traditional serif typography and flowing, oversized script creates a sense of regal heritage and classic romance. We think it’s perfect for formal black-tie affairs or couples looking to bring an air of storied elegance to their wedding day. 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.
Stauffer collection description
Showcase your timeless style with the Stauffer menu. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features a beautiful mix of typography inside a sleek frame, highlighting all of your delicious menu options. We love its incredible versatility—it truly lends itself to any occasion.
Agave collection description
Our Agave collection encapsulates the charm of nature with a delicate frame of dainty wildflowers, artfully arranged to border the elegant, simple text. Perfect for a celebration surrounded by natural beauty, this design is a lovely nod to floral elegance. 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.
Serene collection description
Wow your guests with the Serene suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features a stunning hand-painted landscape and timeless typography. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for a wide range of wedding venues, from rustic ranches to art galleries. This suite was created in collaboration with Clara McAllister (@claramcallister), a pattern designer and visual artist specializing in gouache and watercolor paintings. She draws inspiration from nature, vintage botanical illustrations, and mystical elements.
Rosalind collection description
Make a whimsical statement with the Rosalind suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features gorgeous hand-painted florals, plus timeless typography. We think it’s a stunning pick for romantic weddings where fresh touches shine. This suite was designed in collaboration with Maria Denisco of Blush and Blue Designs (@blushandbluedesigns), a Clearwater, Florida-based artist, calligrapher, and graphic designer. She specializes in fine art watercolor stationery, one-of-a-kind acrylic paintings, and pet portraits.
Kalispell collection description
Celebrate your love with the Kalispell menu. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features dainty blooms above elegant typography. We love it for all romantic weddings, from boho to formal.
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.
Lockwood collection description
Lockwood is an elegant and heirloom-quality collection, featuring an intricate, hand-drawn botanical crest that creates a sophisticated frame for a personalized monogram. The graceful, flowing script of the names is beautifully complemented by a refined serif, offering a harmonious and timeless aesthetic. We think it's perfect for couples who are drawn to a design that embodies traditional elegance and exquisite, detailed artistry. 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.
Wilmington collection description
Choose timeless chic with the Wilmington menu. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features an elegant mix of typography and calligraphy on a solid background, beautifully highlighting your food options. We especially love it for weddings full of formal touches.
Mauritius collection description
The Mauritius collection captures the essence of a seaside romance with its beachy vibes and subtle elegance. Set against a backdrop of soft, sandy stripes, this collection features a delicate palm tree motif within a sleek circular frame. We think it’s perfect for couples looking to blend classic sophistication with a touch of coastal charm. This suite was created in collaboration with Karen Martinez from Fioribelle (@fioribelle), a Latina designer whose love for all things wedding, party, and paper shines through in her wedding paper designs.
Kalinda collection description
Kalinda is a whimsical and enchanted collection inspired by storybook forest scenes. Its intricate hand-drawn border features flora, fauna, and mushrooms, creating a magical woodland frame. With its elegant script and detailed illustration, Kalinda is perfect for nature-loving couples planning a fairytale 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.
Piccola collection description
Impress your guests at first glance with Piccola, a bold, type-driven style that’s both simple and sophisticated. This suite was designed in collaboration with Yaling Hou Suzuki, a creative who loves to draw, paint, and sew. Inspired by nature and culture, she often uses bright colors and patterns to create cheerful, inviting designs.
Finch collection description
Finch is a modern and artistic collection that features gestural, hand-drawn botanical sketches framing a sophisticated mix of bold serif and delicate script typography. The minimalist layout and airy composition evoke a sense of effortless elegance and organic romance. We think it's perfect for couples seeking a refined, contemporary design with a touch of fine-art flair. 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.
Reagan collection description
The Reagan collection presents an enchanting lush floral border that beautifully frames the delicate script. Its rich botanical motifs evoke a sense of romantic elegance, perfect for a celebration filled with love and joy. This collection is sure to impress with its blend of classic charm and contemporary flair. This suite was designed in collaboration with Christy Hy Lee (@christyhylee), a surface designer and illustrator. Her work showcases a modern, clean, and sophisticated style inspired by the beauty of nature.
Chesley collection description
Make a whimsical statement with the Chesley suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features stunning hand-painted flowers, plus timeless typography. We think it strikes the perfect balance of artsy and elegant. 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.
Stamped FoilRoana collection description
The Roana Foil collection features soft watercolor roses in romantic tones, framing your details in dreamy elegance. A gold stamped foil inner frame adds a refined, luminous touch to the airy composition. It’s a perfect blend of delicate florals and timeless sophistication. This suite was created in collaboration with Steph Tsimonidis-Gougeon, a designer living and working in Montreal, Canada.
Stamped FoilBriar collection description
Briar Foil is an opulent and intricate collection, featuring a luxurious, baroque-inspired border of swirling foliage and delicate florals. The design is elevated by stamped foil details that trace the leaves and vines, creating a gilded, heirloom aesthetic. We think it's perfect for couples who are drawn to a design that combines rich artistry and timeless elegance with a touch of luminous drama. This suite was created in collaboration with Jen Owens (@jen.owens2), a self-taught stationery and surface pattern designer. Her intricate style is a blend of whimsy and vintage-vibe. Her work can be found on stationery, fabric, and wallpaper.
Océan collection description
Océan is a serene and picturesque collection that features a detailed, hand-drawn coastal illustration paired with clean, elegant typography. The spacious, minimalist layout and sweeping script accents evoke a sense of relaxed sophistication and effortless romance. We think it's perfect for tropical destination weddings, seaside affairs, or couples looking to bring a breath of fresh coastal air to their celebration. 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.
Ivy collection description
Share your wedding joy with our Ivy menu. Printed on luxe paper, this design features tiny whimsical birds set against a solid background. Perfect for bohemian, casual couples getting married outdoors, indoors, or on a rooftop.
Interstellar collection description
Celebrate your wedding with our Interstellar menu—we think it's out of this world. Printed on luxe paper, this low-key whimsical design features a border of starry dots. Perfect for couples who love space, stars, sky, or just have their head in the clouds.
Manhattan Skyline collection description
Share your wedding joy with our Manhattan Skyline menu. Printed on luxe paper, this design features a gorgeous, hand-drawn sketch of the Big Apple, set against a solid background. Perfect for any couple getting married in NYC (or hail from it!).
Riverside collection description
Spread the wedding love with our Riverside menu. Printed on luxe paper, this classic, timeless design features whimsical handwritten script and a wash of painterly watercolor that frame your wedding details. Perfect for couples who love fine art, unique color palettes, and quaint restaurants.
Interstellar collection description
Celebrate your wedding with our Interstellar Edge menu—we think it's out of this world. Printed on luxe paper, this low-key whimsical design features a border of starry dots. Perfect for couples who love space, stars, sky, or just have their head in the clouds.
Potter collection description
Reflect your wedding style with our Potter menu. Printed on our luxe paper, this classic design features bold stripes and clean type, framed beautifully to highlight your wedding details. Perfect for the couple who's a little bit nautical, a little bit rock n' roll.
Clemson collection description
Reflect your wedding style with our cheery Clemson menu. Printed on luxe paper, this monochrome botanical design features watercolor leaves, perfect for rustic weddings and outdoor weddings in spring, fall, and anywhere in between.
Escape collection description
Celebrate in style with our Escape menu. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design uses vintage palm leaves and on-trend pastel peach pink to paint a picture of sunny, botanical bliss. Perfect for the couple getting married in a destination wedding—or just have their sights set on somewhere warm.
Rooftop collection description
Celebrate in style with our Rooftop menu. 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.
Eastwick collection description
Set the tone for your wedding day with our Eastwick menu. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features beautiful leafy vines that encircle your menu options. We think it's perfect for outdoor weddings and indoor weddings alike.
Providence collection description
Reflect your style with our Providence menu. Printed on luxe paper, this nautical design features playful knots that frame your wedding details. Perfect for beach weddings, lakefront affairs, and everyone who loves being seaside.
Griffin collection description
Celebrate in style with our Griffin menu. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features delicate filigree details and gorgeous script font—perfect for those craving a bit of drama and a bit of traditionalism all at once. Rooted in the signature warmth and charm of the American South, Draper James always brings the style (no matter your location on the map).
Festival collection description
Spread the wedding love with our Festival menu. 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).
Bow Bridge collection description
Share the love with our Bow Bridge menu. Printed on luxe paper, this bold, simple design reflects your wedding style beautifully. We love how the handwritten script font plays against whimsical floral illustration. Rooted in the signature warmth and charm of the American South, Draper James always brings the style (no matter your location on the map).
Baker collection description
Share the love with our Baker menu. Printed on luxe paper, this art deco-inspired design features sharp lines and a cool vintage font—perfect for lovers of Old Hollywood, formal weddings, and anyone craving a little bit of classic glam.
Tamarine collection description
Share the wedding love with our Tamarine menu Printed on luxe paper, this stunning geographic design features intricate tilework inspired by cities across the world. We love it for destination weddings, restaurant parties, and anywhere with bold, bright colors.
Sona collection description
Share the wedding joy with our Sona menu. 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.
Larimer collection description
Make a beautiful statement with our Larimer menu. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features on-trend agate graphics and a clean white background, all highlighting your wedding details very chicly. We love it for weddings that fall somewhere between minimalist and glam.
Bonnie collection description
Celebrate your joy with our Bonnie menu. Printed on luxe paper, this sunny design features a handpainted sunflower illustration and whimsically mixed fonts. We love it for couples married in the great outdoors (or anywhere with lots of florals).
Novela collection description
Share the joy with our Novela menu. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features hand drawn magnolia flowers and gorgeous script font. We think it strikes the perfect balance of organic and formal, and works beautifully for weddings of all kinds.
Rios collection description
Celebrate in style with our Rios menu. Printed on luxe paper, this bold design features gorgeous fonts and flourishing floral graphics in contrasting color. We think it's a perfect pick for couples having weddings on or near Día de los Muertos.
Perch collection description
Celebrate your love with our Perch menu. Printed on luxe paper, this whimsical, travel-inspired design features a passport stamp motif, plus bold colors and classic fonts. We think it's a perfect pick for destination weddings, or any couple with a major case of wanderlust.
Rue collection description
Celebrate in style with our Rue menu. Printed on luxe paper, this minimalist design features tiny botanical illustrations and classic font, all set against a bold background. We think it's a perfect pick for weddings at wineries, vineyards, restaurants, or anywhere deliciously chic!
Splendor collection description
Share the joy with our Splendor menu. Printed on luxe paper, this awe-inspiring design features your custom photo and a beautiful mix of classic and handwritten font. We think it's perfect for astrology lovers and outdoor weddings under the night sky.
Mikasa collection description
Share your wedding joy with the Mikasa menu. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features delicate hand-drawn flowers complementing clear typography. We love it for couples getting married outdoors or in a rustic venue. Created in collaboration with Montreal-based graphic designer Grace Cheong.
Camarillo collection description
Show your unique style with the Camarillo menu. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features stunning watercolor flowers atop delicate calligraphy and modern typography. Perfectly suited for weddings held outdoors or in venues filled with fresh blooms. Created in collaboration with California-based illustrator and calligrapher Jenna Rainey (@jennarainey).
Mantova collection description
Opt for a showstopper with the Mantova menu. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features a contrasting border and bold abstract flowers. We think it’s perfect for all weddings, from ballroom celebrations to intimate gatherings.
Jolla collection description
Add joy to every table with the Jolla menu. Printed on luxe paper, this retro design features your delectable food options in a quirky frame. We especially love it for wedding filled with vintage-inspired touches.
Reverie collection description
Add color to every table with the Reverie menu. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features rainbow hues and elegant typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for celebrations filled with bright touches.
Belvoir collection description
Show your great style with the Belvoir menu. Printed on luxe paper, this wintry design features a stunning hand-painted bough of holly and timeless typography. We think it’s perfect for winter celebrations big or small. Created in collaboration with California-based calligrapher and engraver Nina Sandelin Umont.
Whether you are a gourmet foodie or a casual diner, everyone loves food. That’s why your wedding menu is such an important part of your big day.
Sure, picking what food to serve is important, but we’re talking about the actual menu cards themselves. This gorgeous piece of paper will delight your guests as they sit down to dinner. The only thing better than finding out you’re getting crab cakes is when that info is printed on a beautiful Zola wedding reception food menu!
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.