Save the date cards
Designer save the dates on a DIY budget.
Providence collection description
Celebrate your wedding style with our Providence Corner save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this nautical design features playful knots that frame your details and custom photo, perfect for beach weddings, lakefront affairs, and everyone who loves being seaside.
Violin collection description
Get ready for your nuptials with our Violin save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic gold foil design features dramatic script calligraphy over gestural painterly watercolor banner and your own custom photo. 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.
Waterfront collection description
Announce your wedding day with our Waterfront save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this calming design features simple pastel front and ample room for your custom photo—perfect for beach weddings, lakefront affairs, and everyone who loves being near the sea.
Sparrow collection description
Give guests a preview of your cheery, vintage wedding style with our Sparrow save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this design features blooming floral illustrations in warm tones, with colorful text in whimsical mixed fonts. Perfect for the couple getting married outdoors, at a charming bistro, in a barn, or wherever there are gorgeous flowers.
Camden collection description
Take a breath of fresh air with our Camden save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this design features watercolor pine trees, soothing green, and a playful mix of typewriter-style and classic fonts, plus ample space to fill with your own unique custom photo. Perfect for couples getting married in the great outdoors (or just adore greenery, nature, and rustic elegance).
Cricket collection description
Celebrate in style with our Cricket Wreath save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features succulents and lush desert blooms framing your wedding details. Perfect for the couple getting married in the great outdoors (or in a restaurant filled with chic cacti).
Sparrow collection description
Show everyone your cheery, vintage wedding style with our Sparrow save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this design features blooming floral illustrations in warm tones, with colorful text in whimsical mixed fonts. Perfect for the couple getting married outdoors, at a charming bistro, in a barn, or wherever there are gorgeous flowers.
Galata collection description
Set the tone for your wedding day with our Galata save the date. Available on luxe paper, this botanical design features leafy eucalyptus garlands that frame your wedding details gorgeously. Suited well for outdoor weddings and indoor weddings alike.
Potter collection description
Reflect your wedding style with our Potter save the date. Printed on our luxe paper, this design features clean font, with ample space to feature your custom photo. Perfect for the couple who's a little bit classic, a little bit cool.
Violin collection description
Celebrate your date with our super-gorgeous Violin save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic, timeless design features dramatic script calligraphy over your own custom photo. 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.
Napa collection description
Announce your wedding day in style with our Napa save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this boho-chic design features arches of lush flowers accenting your custom photo. We love it for couples who are celebrating on a farm, in a field, or anywhere covered in lots of blooms.
Heaven collection description
Announce your wedding details in a magical way with our Heaven save the date. Printed on super-luxe paper, this sunny, botanical design features gold filigree leaves and a low-key whimsical mix of calligraphed script and bold font. Perfect for weddings in spring, fall, and anywhere in between.
Blake collection description
Celebrate your date in style with our Blake save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this design features dramatic script font that lays beautifully over the best background ever: a custom photo of you two! Perfect for couples who are all about simple, personal glamour that stands the test of time. Celebrate your date in style with our Abbey save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this design features dramatic script font that lays beautifully over the best background ever: a custom photo of you two! Perfect for couples who are all about simple, personal glamour that stands the test of time.
Potter collection description
Reflect your wedding style with our Potter save the date. Printed on our luxe paper, this design features bold shapes, banners, and clean type, with ample space to feature your custom photo. Perfect for the couple who's a little bit classic, a little bit cool.
Starflower collection description
Give your guests a taste of your wedding style with our Starflower save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this design is bursting with folk florals, in a boho palette of coral and blue. We love this design for a couple getting married on a farm, in a laid-back restaurant, or anywhere with bold and colorful decor.
Cruise collection description
Celebrate in style with our tropical Cruise save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this design features vintage banana leaves framing your wedding details, plus ample space for sharing a custom photo. Perfect for the couple getting married in a destination wedding—or just have their sights set on somewhere warm and glam.
Morrison collection description
Celebrate your wedding date with our Morrison save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design is equal parts modern and timeless, with a simple font and clean banner that reflect your refined taste—plus, your own custom photo as a background. Perfect for weddings in lofts, restaurants, and anywhere with an airy urban edge.
Wrightsville collection description
Start celebrating early with our Wrightsville save the date. Printed on luxe paper in landscape orientation, this design features watercolor oceanside motifs in soft pastel colors, plus room to upload your own custom photo. Perfect for bohemian, casual couples getting married outdoors, indoors, by the sea or on a city rooftop.
Starflower collection description
Share your boho wedding style with our Starflower save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this design is bursting with folk florals, in a bright palette of coral and blue, plus gorgeous gold foil. We love this design for a couple getting married on a farm, in a laid-back restaurant, or anywhere with bold and colorful decor.
Blake collection description
Spread the word with our Blake save the date. Available on our luxe paper, this classic, formal design features a solid contrasting border with a clean, minimalist monogram of your initials. Plus, your own custom photo to highlight you two. Perfect for couples who want a simple save the date with a twist of formal flair.
Abbey collection description
Get ready to wed with our Abbey save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this landscape-oriented design features dramatic script font that lays beautifully over the best background ever: a custom photo of you two! Perfect for couples who are all about simple, personal glamour that stands the test of time.
Stevens collection description
Spread the love with our Stevens Landscape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features a bicolor border and ample room for your custom photo—perfect for letting you two shine! We adore this design for every kind of wedding, from outdoor tent parties to formal hotel ballrooms.
Riverside collection description
Get ready to share your wedding details with our Riverside save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic, timeless design features whimsical handwritten script that accents your custom photo. Perfect for couples getting married in backyards, under tents, or anywhere casual and cool.
Eastwick collection description
Announce your wedding day with our botanical Eastwick design, a perfect match to an outdoor affair. Made of luxe paper, you can make this save the date truly your own and print your favorite engagement photo alongside your wedding details.
Violin collection description
Send your wedding details in style with our Violin save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic, timeless design features dramatic script calligraphy over your own custom photo. We love this for weddings of all kinds, from hotel ballroom to simple backyard party.
Stevens collection description
Spread the love with our Stevens Rise save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features timeless, bold font, and gorgeous gold foil—perfect for letting your wedding details shine (literally)! We adore this design for every kind of wedding, from outdoor tent parties to formal hotel ballrooms.
Abbey collection description
Get ready to celebrate in style with our Abbey save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this design features dramatic script font and an airy banner that lays beautifully over the best background ever: a custom photo of you two! Perfect for couples who are all about simple, personal glamour that stands the test of time.
Tillage collection description
Give guests a preview of your wedding style with our Tillage save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this boho-chic design features watercolor flowers framing your custom photo. We love it for couples who are celebrating on a farm, in a field, or anywhere covered in lots of blooms.
Morrison collection description
Share your wedding joy with our Morrison save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design is equal parts modern and timeless, with gold foil font and airy space that reflect your refined taste—plus, your own custom photo featured front and center. Perfect for weddings in lofts, restaurants, and anywhere with an airy urban edge.
Eastwick collection description
Set the tone for your wedding day with our Eastwick save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features beautiful leafy vines that encircle your own custom photo for a personal touch. We think it's perfect for outdoor weddings and indoor weddings alike.
Arthur collection description
Celebrate your wedding style with our Arthur Type save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features large, dramatic script typeface to highlight your big day. Perfect for all kinds of weddings, from sleek rooftops to formal ballrooms.
Wrightsville collection description
Give guests a preview of your beachy vibes with our Wrightsville save the date. Printed on luxe paper in landscape orientation, this design features watercolor oceanside motifs in soft pastel colors. Perfect for bohemian, casual couples getting married outdoors, indoors, by the sea or on a city rooftop.
Waterfront collection description
Share your wedding details in style with our Waterfront save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this calm, pastel design features gestural layers of watercolor that flow like ocean waves across a landscape orientation, perfect for beach weddings, lakefront affairs, and everyone who loves being near the sea.
Lyons collection description
Celebrate in style with our Lyons Landscape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this simple, minimalist design highlights your wedding details perfectly. We love the bold, brush font contrasting your custom photo—perfect for weddings of all formalities and locales.
Lyons collection description
Celebrate in style with our Lyons Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this simple, minimalist design highlights your wedding details perfectly. We love the bold, brush font contrasting your custom photo—perfect for weddings of all formalities and locales.
Baker collection description
Share the love with our Baker Landscape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this art deco-inspired design features sharp lines, fan-print corners, vintage font, and a gorgeous stamp of your wedding date—perfect for lovers of Old Hollywood, formal weddings, and anyone craving a little bit of classic glam.
Chicago Skyline collection description
Share your wedding joy with our Chicago Skyline save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this design features a gorgeous, hand-drawn sketch of the city, set against a solid background. Perfect for any couple getting married in and around Chi-town (or hail from it!).
Smith and Mills collection description
Spread the wedding love with our Smith and Mills Border save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this whimsical design features fun floral illustrations that highlight your wedding details perfectly. We love this for anyone getting married in the open air.
Baker collection description
Share the love with our Baker Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this art deco-inspired design features sharp lines, vintage font, and a gorgeous frame for your custom photo—perfect for lovers of Old Hollywood, formal weddings, and anyone craving a little bit of classic glam.
Smith and Mills collection description
Spread the wedding love with our Smith and Mills Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this whimsical design features fun floral illustrations that highlight your wedding details perfectly, plus room for your own custom photo. We love this for anyone getting married in the open air.
Bow Bridge collection description
Share your wedding style with our Bow Bridge Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this bold, simple design highlights your wedding details beautifully. Put your custom photo front and center, and accent it with a playful, brightly-colored script font. Rooted in the signature warmth and charm of the American South, Draper James always brings the style (no matter your location on the map).
Griffin collection description
Celebrate in style with our Griffin Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features delicate filigree detail and room for your custom photo—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).
Hartwell collection description
Spread the wedding love with our Hartwell Monogram save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this sweet, minimalist design features your custom photo, whimsical script font, and a teeny monogram with a heart stamp. Perfect for any couple who wants to highlight their wedding details in a simple, clean way. Rooted in the signature warmth and charm of the American South, Draper James always brings the style (no matter your location on the map).
August collection description
Share your playful wedding style with our August Portrait save the date. This gingham-filled design features a cheery border of checks, all framing your custom photo. We love it for barn weddings and backyard celebrations alike. Rooted in the signature warmth and charm of the American South, Draper James always brings the style (no matter your location on the map).
Morningside collection description
Celebrate your big day with our Morningside Corner save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic floral design is sheer perfection: neutral palette (so versatile!), lush magnolias, and room for your custom photo. Perfect for indoor and outdoor weddings alike. Rooted in the signature warmth and charm of the American South, Draper James always brings the style (no matter your location on the map).
Indigo collection description
Celebrate your big day with our Indigo Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic floral design features vintage blooms and an on-trend monochromatic color scheme of calming blues. Perfect for weddings indoors, outdoors… anywhere with gorgeous flowers and moody lighting. Could work as your something blue, too. 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 Print save the date. 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).
Splendor collection description
Share the joy with our Splendor Portrait save the date. 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.
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