Lennon collection description
Lennon is a romantic and sophisticated design featuring a graceful, oval-framed photo centerpiece that beautifully spotlights your favorite couple's portrait. The combination of sweeping, oversized calligraphy and refined serif typography creates a balanced look that is both timeless and modern. We think it’s perfect for couples seeking a personalized, minimalist aesthetic that puts their love story front and center.
Artura collection description
Artura is a refined and romantic collection featuring a delicate, hand-drawn botanical illustration and a modern stacked monogram. The blend of airy script accents and classic serif typography creates a look that feels both effortless and sophisticated. We think it’s perfect for couples seeking a minimalist, nature-inspired design with a touch of timeless elegance. This suite was created in collaboration with Kimberly Morgan, a pattern artist and Louie Award-winning stationery designer based in the Rocky Mountains. Her work blends the nostalgia of childhood storybooks with the beauty of her natural surroundings, resulting in charming illustrations which invoke a sweet sense of wonder and warmth. When she’s not designing, Kimberly enjoys baking artisan sourdough loaves to share with her neighbors, and reading aloud to her grandchildren.
Solange collection description
Solange is a sophisticated collection that centers on a striking interplay of dramatic serif and fluid script typography. The clean, text-focused layout creates a sense of modern authority while maintaining an air of romantic elegance. We think it’s perfect for couples seeking a bold, minimalist aesthetic for a chic city wedding or a high-fashion celebration. 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.
Solange collection description
Solange is a sophisticated collection that centers on a striking interplay of dramatic serif and fluid script typography. The clean, text-focused layout creates a sense of modern authority while maintaining an air of romantic elegance. We think it’s perfect for couples seeking a bold, minimalist aesthetic for a chic city wedding or a high-fashion celebration. 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.
Magnolia collection description
Magnolia is a graceful and romantic collection featuring delicate, hand-drawn floral line work that artfully frames your wedding details. The pairing of a sweeping, ethereal script with a clean serif typeface evokes a sense of modern serenity and timeless charm. We think it’s perfect for garden ceremonies or couples seeking a minimalist design with an organic, artistic touch. This suite was created in collaboration with Christina Gagliano (@coppercactuscompany), an award-winning invitations designer. Inspired by the world around her, she often blends minimalistic lines with playful fonts.
Garret collection description
Garret is a bold and cinematic collection that uses a unique film-strip layout to turn your favorite photo into a modern piece of art. The combination of handwritten-style script and structured, industrial-inspired typography creates a look that is both intimate and effortlessly cool. We think it’s perfect for couples seeking a contemporary, urban aesthetic that puts their personal story front and center. This suite was created in collaboration with Audrey Lukban, a Montreal-based designer with dual degrees in Illustration and Graphic Design. She specializes in utilizing both crafts in her work, bringing meticulous and balanced designs. She loves love, and more than anything is honored to craft designs that can be a part of any couples' big day.
Marlowe collection description
Marlowe features a refined oval frame and a delicate central botanical illustration that creates a soft, artistic focal point. The clean, modern serif typography and vertical date placement offer a unique balance of contemporary layout and vintage charm. We think it’s perfect for couples seeking a minimalist design with a touch of whimsical, nature-inspired grace. 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.
Stamped FoilCorwin collection description
An elegant and artistic choice, Corwin Foil features fluid, continuous stamped foil lines that weave across the layout to frame your details with modern geometric grace. The clean, understated typography brings a sense of refined simplicity and effortless sophistication to your announcement. We think it's perfect for contemporary couples planning a chic, mid-century modern or minimalist urban celebration. This work was created in collaboration with Amanda DeWoody of Poised Avenue (@poisedavenue). With a love for fine-art details and thoughtful typography, she creates stationery defined by modern minimalism and an editorial sensibility, balancing softness and structure in every design.
Ola collection description
Ola is a dreamy and ethereal collection featuring a softly blurred background that creates a sense of romantic mystery. The elegant, flowing script for the couple's names is beautifully paired with a delicate serif font for a look that feels deeply poetic and serene. We think it’s perfect for couples planning an intimate, romantic celebration or an artfully modern wedding. 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.
Uzes collection description
Uzes is a striking and minimalist collection that lets beautiful typography take center stage. The bold, elongated serif font pairs effortlessly with fluid script accents, evoking a sense of modern romance and confident sophistication. We think it’s perfect for contemporary celebrations or couples who appreciate a clean, text-focused aesthetic with a touch of editorial flair. This suite was created in collaboration with Stellax Creative (@stellaxcreative), a Maryland-based graphic design studio specializing in invitations, greeting cards, and art. Its owner, Anna, draws inspiration from nature and architecture.
Ragusa collection description
Ragusa is a sleek and modern collection that combines clean typography with a sophisticated geometric crest emblem. A delicate linear border creates structure while airy spacing and refined script accents evoke an understated, effortless elegance. We think it’s perfect for contemporary couples planning a chic urban affair or minimalist modern celebration. 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.
Sorrel collection description
Sorrel features a subtle vertical pinstripe background that brings a tailored structure to the layout, paired with high-contrast tall display typography and graceful script accents. The clean line work and airy spacing evoke a polished yet relaxed feel with a nod to classic haberdashery aesthetics. We think it's perfect for coastal celebrations, summer garden weddings, or couples seeking a understated, preppy sophistication. 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.
Planning a wedding is complex. There’s a variety of wedding venues to explore, catering menus to taste, and colors to decide on. Fortunately, there’s one aspect of your wedding that can remain straightforward: your save the dates.
With simple designs that convey a light, uncluttered feel, basic save the dates offer a breath of fresh air amidst your busy wedding planning. If you use Zola as your design lab, the only tough decision you’ll have to make is who’s lucky enough to receive one.
Simple wedding save the dates are an understated option that find their flash within their content: the announcement of your big day. Their timeless look makes these save the dates the perfect choice if your wedding style is:
Modern – With a focus on clean lines and geometric shapes, minimalist save the dates exude style while maintaining focus on the happy couple and the special day.
Traditional – Simple black lettering against a white background is a classic look that will age as gracefully as you and your spouse-to-be.
Undecided – If you haven’t decided on a style yet, don’t worry. The simplicity of basic save the dates means they can easily complement any wedding style, so you don’t have to rush into making all the decisions before you’re ready.
By avoiding colored inks, intricate designs, and elaborate accents such as beveled edging, gold foil, or intricate letterpress, basic wedding invitations can also complement your budget. If your wedding guest list could line an aisle, or if you want to dedicate more of your budget to reception decor, choose simple, elegant save the dates.
With Zola’s online invitation shop, you have access to a wide selection of pre-designed wedding invitations. Once you’ve found your favorite styles with our easy-to-use filters, you can further personalize your invites. Keep these style tips in mind as you do:
Style – For simplicity, choose a minimalist, modern, or classic design. These styles will guarantee elegance without going over-the-top.
Color – Monochromatic color schemes are the epitome of simplicity. This kind of palette will lend itself beautifully to your basic invites, but you can also accent a classic black and white invitation with a single pop of color.
For the best collection of simple save the dates and easiest personalization options, choose Zola. You can even receive free samples ahead of time to perfect your design long before the big day. Plus, with free free guest addressing, and free envelopes, Zola makes finding and mailing your wedding invitations as simple as saying, “I do.”
From bohemian and botanical to minimalist and modern, there are gorgeous save the dates of all styles on Zola.
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Whether you're going for classic white or a bright array of hues, Zola has save the dates of every color to match your wedding theme.
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From traditional square save the dates to fancy arches, Zola has a variety of card shapes to choose from.
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With so many features and finishes available, choosing save the dates can seem daunting. Narrow your search by combining your favorite design options.
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