Save the date cards
Designer save the dates on a DIY budget.
Adeleida collection description
Make a romantic statement with the Adeleida Classic save the date. 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 especially love it for weddings full of rustic touches.
Merlo collection description
Go for minimalist elegance with the Merlo Landscape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features a stunning mix of calligraphy and typography in a unique layout. A gorgeous choice for a wide variety of weddings, we think it strikes the perfect balance of timeless and unexpected.
Adeleida collection description
Showcase your romantic style with the Adeleida Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features an elegant mix of typography, plus hand-painted watercolor roses and leaves under your custom picture. We especially love it for rustic and boho weddings.
Melvine collection description
Showcase your modern style with the Melvine Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this unique design features a slot for your custom picture, plus a sleek mix of typography in a cool layout, beautifully highlighting your wedding date. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for a wide variety of venues, from industrial lofts to art galleries.
Melvine collection description
Make a modern statement with the Melvine Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this minimalist design features a sleek mix of typography in a unique layout. Striking the perfect balance of elegant and cool, we think it’s a gorgeous choice for a wide variety of weddings.
Segovia collection description
Make a romantic statement with the Segovia Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features realistic roses and watercolor palm leaves around an elegant mix of typography in a chic arch. A gorgeous choice for all summer celebrations and destination weddings.
Segovia collection description
Showcase your romantic style with the Segovia Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features a realistic rose and watercolor leaves, plus an elegant mix of typography, under your custom picture. We think it strikes the perfect balance of classic and modern.
Roberts collection description
Choose timeless elegance with the Roberts Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features a chic mix of typography and calligraphy around your custom picture in a delicate frame. We especially love it for formal and semi-formal weddings.
Roberts collection description
Go chic and sleek with the Roberts Landscape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this timeless design features an elegant mix of typography on a solid background. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide variety of weddings full of formal touches.
Halbert collection description
Put your favorite snapshot on display with the Halbert Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this versatile design features a modern mix of typography and calligraphy over your custom picture. We think it’s a stunning pick for any wedding, from urban to rustic.
Halbert collection description
Showcase your elegant style with the Halbert Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this timeless design features a modern mix of typography and calligraphy, beautifully highlighting your names. We especially love it for weddings full of formal touches.
Wilmington collection description
Choose timeless chic with the Wilmington Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features an elegant mix of typography and calligraphy on a solid background, beautifully highlighting your names. We think it’s a stunning choice for any wedding full of formal touches.
Anaheim collection description
Go for tropical elegance with the Anaheim Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features hand-painted palm and monstera leaves around modern typography in a chic rectangle. We think it’s a stunning choice for destination weddings and outdoor celebrations.
Anaheim collection description
Showcase your favorite snapshot with the Anaheim Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this versatile design features modern typography in a chic rectangle over your custom picture. We think it’s a stunning choice for any type of wedding, from rustic to formal.
Wilmington collection description
Put your favorite snapshot front and center with the Wilmington Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this versatile design features an elegant mix of typography and calligraphy over your custom picture. We think it’s a stunning choice for any wedding venue, from formal ballroom to rustic vineyard.
Wilmington collection description
Go for timeless elegance with the Wilmington Landscape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features an elegant mix of typography and calligraphy next to your custom picture. We think it’s a stunning choice for any wedding, from formal to industrial.
Gendron collection description
Showcase your minimalist aesthetic with the Gendron Landscape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this sleek design features a modern mix of typography on a solid background. We think it’s a beautiful pick for a wide variety of weddings, from formal to industrial.
Gendron collection description
Share the love with the Gendron Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features an elegant mix of typography on a solid background, plus a slot for your custom picture. We think it’s a gorgeous way to showcase engagement shots.
Millsboro collection description
Go for minimalist elegance with the Millsboro Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features a bold mix of typography on a solid background, beautifully highlighting your wedding date. We especially love it for couples who prefer a less-is-more aesthetic.
Millsboro collection description
Showcase your favorite snapshots with the Millsboro Multiphoto save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features a bold mix of typography around your two custom pictures. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide variety of weddings, from cool and urban to glam and formal.
Staton collection description
Showcase your artsy style with the Staton Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features abstract brush strokes and shapes, plus a modern mix of typography. We especially love it for creative couples looking for something unique.
Staton collection description
Make an artsy statement with the Staton Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features abstract brush strokes and a modern mix of typography around your custom picture. We think it strikes the perfect balance of creative and elegant.
Amberley collection description
Wow your guests with the Amberley Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this chic design features a bold mix of typography over your custom picture. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for a wide variety of weddings, from formal to glam.
Amberley collection description
Showcase your modern style with the Amberley Landscape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features a chic mix of typography next to your custom picture. We think it’s a stunning pick for a wide variety of weddings, from formal and urban to rustic and laid-back.
Amberley collection description
Make a bold statement with the Amberley Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this minimalist design features a chic mix of typography on a sleek background. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for couples with a less-is-more aesthetic.
Brockway collection description
Showcase your favorite snapshots in style with the Brockway Multiphoto save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features a mix of timeless typography and romantic calligraphy, plus slots for two custom pictures. We especially love it for weddings full of formal touches.
Brockway collection description
Make an elegant statement with the Brockway Classic save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this minimalist design features a mix of timeless typography and romantic calligraphy on a sleek background. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for formal and semi-formal weddings.
Brockway collection description
Choose elegance with the Brockway Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this versatile design features a mix of timeless typography and romantic calligraphy, plus a slot for your custom picture. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for any type of wedding, from industrial to formal.
Oaklyn collection description
Put your favorite snapshot front and center with the Oaklyn Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features hand-painted watercolor flowers and leaves, plus a timeless mix of typography, around your custom picture. We especially love it for weddings where fresh touches shine bright.
Oaklyn collection description
Showcase your romantic style with the Oaklyn Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features hand-painted watercolor flowers and leaves around a timeless mix of typography in a circle. We think it strikes the perfect balance of traditional and fresh.
Clemson collection description
Send some joy with the Clemson Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features watercolor leaves and roses, plus a timeless mix of typography and calligraphy next to your custom picture. We think it’s a stunning pick for a wide variety of romantic weddings.
Clemson collection description
Make a romantic statement with the Clemson Landscape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features watercolor leaves and roses above a timeless mix of typography and calligraphy. We think it’s a stunning pick for a wide variety of weddings, from formal to rustic.
Emeline collection description
Showcase your romantic style with the Emeline Classic save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features delicate continuous-line flowers, plus a mix of timeless typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide variety of weddings, from formal to rustic.
Emeline collection description
Put your favorite snapshot front and center with the Emeline Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this versatile design features a timeless mix of typography and calligraphy over your custom picture. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for any wedding, from urban to rustic.
Brenton collection description
Choose romantic whimsy with the Brenton Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features hand-drawn hummingbirds and leaves, plus a romantic frame and chic typography around your custom picture. We think it’s a stunning choice for creative couples looking for something unique.
Brenton collection description
Go for elegant whimsy with the Brenton Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features hand-drawn hummingbirds, flowers, and leaves, plus a romantic frame and unique typography. We think it strikes the perfect balance of classic and one-of-a-kind.
Windsong collection description
Choose artsy romance with the Windsong Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features stunning watercolor flowers and leaves around timeless typography and your custom picture. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for a wide variety of weddings, from rustic to formal.
Windsong collection description
Showcase your wedding style with the Windsong Landscape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features stunning watercolor flowers and leaves around timeless typography. We think it’s a beautiful pick for a wide variety of weddings, from formal to rustic.
Ivor collection description
Showcase your favorite snapshot with the Ivor Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features a chic mix of typography and calligraphy around your custom picture. We think this is a stunning choice for any wedding, from formal to industrial.
Ivor collection description
Make a minimalist statement with the Ivor Landscape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features a chic mix of typography and calligraphy in a unique layout, beautifully highlighting your names. We think this is a stunning choice for any wedding full of formal touches.
Bransford collection description
Why choose just one snapshot when you can have three with the Bransford Multiphoto save the date? Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features eucalyptus leaves and elegant typography under your three custom pictures. We think it’s a stunning way to showcase multiple engagement shots.
Bransford collection description
Make a stunning statement with the Bransford Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features a gorgeous wreath of eucalyptus leaves, plus a modern mix of typography and calligraphy. We think it strikes the perfect balance of elegant and fresh.
Sylvan collection description
Showcase your rustic style with the Sylvan Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features delicate flowers and leaves, plus a modern mix of typography. We especially love it for weddings in venues like backyards, barns, gardens, and vineyards.
Sylvan collection description
Showcase your favorite snapshot with the Sylvan Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this versatile design features a modern mix of typography over your custom picture, putting your names front and center. We think it’s a stunning choice for any wedding, from rustic to industrial.
Ahlers collection description
Make a lovely statement with the Ahlers Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features hand-drawn, continuous-line flowers, plus timeless typography. We especially love it for romantic weddings full of formal touches.
Corinth collection description
Choose elegance with the Corinth Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features timeless typography, sleek lines, and a slot for your custom picture. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for any type of wedding, from industrial to formal.
Corinth collection description
Make an elegant statement with the Corinth Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this minimalist design features timeless typography and a delicate line on a sleek background. We especially love it for weddings full of formal touches.
Ahlers collection description
Make an elegant statement with the Ahlers Photo save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features a hand-drawn, continuous-line flower, plus timeless typography under your custom picture. We especially love it for formal and semi-formal weddings.
Announce your special day with style
Save the date cards should be simple and fun. This is just a quick way to let guests know a wedding is on the horizon and to keep their calendar clear. Personalization is a great way to express yourself without having to say a lot.
Start off by choosing a save the date template design that matches your wedding theme. Whether it’s a vintage postcard with rustic details, a greenery save the date featuring watercolor accents, or a formal save the date design echoing your elegant wedding day, find a save the date for every budget and style.
At Zola, you can customize your wedding save the dates with a favorite photo, font, or template. Personalize your invitation wording, choose from beautiful paper types (like recycled, pearlescent, and linen), add custom foil, and even make it a magnet! Save the date magnets are a popular way to announce your upcoming wedding. No one will forget your wedding date if it’s posted on their fridge!
What people are saying about Zola save the dates
Laura & Kwame
Zola is such a timesaver
We loved that our save the date had matching invitations AND a wedding website. We made one decision and crossed three things off our to-do list, which is always awesome.
Charlotte & Marco
Peace of mind
Because of the uncertainty of the last year, we were worried that our date might change. Including free change the dates with our order made us feel so much better.
Derek & Iain
Everything works together
Zola makes it easy to collect everyone’s addresses, and then fills out all your envelopes for you. Seriously, we were dreading it so much, but we barely had to do a thing.
All about save the date cards, postcards, & magnets
Why Start with “Save the Date” Cards?
When you first begin to plan your big day, what makes so many people send “save the date” cards before anything else? Often, this simple card is the first sign your friends will get about your event, since it both gives necessary information and shows a bit of what you have planned for the full party. It’s also a practical move: you want people to write your date on their calendar early, since many may have to organize travel or get time off. “Save the date” cards help make sure your family and friends are aware of your choice and don’t make other plans for that week.
How Far in Advance Should You Send Save the Dates?
When you ask about timing, it’s usually a good idea to send this card before the main invitation. For most weddings, you’ll want to mail “save the date” cards about six to eight months early, which allows people enough time to make plans. If the plan takes place somewhere far or if travel is needed, give your friends even more notice—eight to twelve months is best—so it’s not a mad rush for flights or places to stay. Thankfully, online shops are able to print quickly (often between five and ten business days), so even if your plans fall a bit late, you’ll still get the cards out on time.
Which Facts Must Be Included?
What’s important for people to know when you send these cards? At the very least, you should write both your names, the date (not just hour or year but also the day), and the city or general area. The actual place or street can be shared later in the main invitation. Be sure to add the phrase “formal invitation to follow” so your friends know more information will come. Many will also add their website address at this stage, since a site can give direct access to travel facts, hotel details, and a gift list.
What Makes a Save the Date Card Popular or Special?
Trying to pick a design but not sure what’s in style? In the last year, straight portrait cards, clear and simple looks, and some with a bit of balance or unique flair have all been well-liked. Frames and classic features still appeal to those who want a more traditional feel. Nearly half of people choose to show an engagement photo, while some include more than one picture, which can add even more of a personal mark.
How Can You Make Your Cards Feel More Like You?
Do you want your card to stand out? Many choose photo cards, so their best moment is on display, while others use original marks such as a monogram or a symbol with real meaning for both partners. Sometimes, a digital card works best for quick news, and/or you may want a magnetic card so the date can stay in sight on someone’s fridge for months.
What’s the Best Way to Order Online?
For those looking to save time with less stress, a few main websites offer strong options. The best online stores usually give things like free guest address printing (saving you time), printed samples for comparison, and the plus of uploading your own look. Often, you can get a matching digital and paper version, making your style the same on every platform.
How Do Save the Dates Help Support Your Website?
By adding your website link, you give friends a simple way to see more details right away. Most wedding sites include travel help, maps, where to stay, and an early look at your gift list. If you put this step at the heart of your plan, not only do you make your event’s identity stronger, but you also give your friends what they need to set up their own plans—even before they get the full invite.
Save the dates for every style
From bohemian and botanical to minimalist and modern, there are gorgeous save the dates of all styles on Zola.
Floral save the datesModern save the datesGreenery save the datesRustic save the datesWatercolor save the datesWhimsical save the datesCultural save the datesDestination save the datesBeach save the datesSummer save the datesWinter save the datesSpring save the datesElegant & Formal save the datesSimple & Minimalist save the datesTypography save the datesClassic & Traditional save the datesMonogram save the datesBoho save the datesMountains save the datesVintage & Retro save the datesMaximalist save the datesNautical save the datesBarn & Country save the datesBorder save the datesGeometric save the datesFall & Autumn save the dates
Colors that match your theme
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.
Multi save the datesBlue save the datesDusty Blue save the datesRoyal Blue save the datesNavy save the datesBlack save the datesRed save the datesBurgundy save the datesWhite save the datesPurple save the datesLavender save the datesPlum save the datesPink save the datesRose save the datesDusty Rose save the datesCoral save the datesPeach save the datesGreen save the datesEmerald Green save the datesTeal save the datesOrange save the datesYellow save the datesGrey save the datesBrown save the datesOff White save the dates
Save the dates of all shapes & sizes
From traditional square save the dates to fancy arches, Zola has a variety of card shapes to choose from.
Standard save the datesRounded save the datesScalloped save the datesHalf-arch save the datesArch save the datesOval save the datesTicket save the datesDiamond save the dates
Mix and match options
With so many features and finishes available, choosing save the dates can seem daunting. Narrow your search by combining your favorite design options.
Foil save the datesLetterpress save the datesSave the dates magnetsReception-only save the datesPhoto save the datesSave the dates without photosPortrait save the datesLandscape save the dates