Opaline collection description
Showcase your artsy style with the Opaline suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features dreamy watercolor brush strokes and romantic typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide array of celebrations, from beach weddings to formal affairs. 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.
Tenger collection description
Tenger is a charming and whimsical collection, featuring hand-drawn nautical and coastal illustrations like shells, a crab, and a starfish that accent the corners of the design. The playful, painted border and light script typography create a delightful and informal aesthetic. We think it's perfect for couples who are drawn to a design that captures the lighthearted spirit of a seaside celebration with artistic charm. This suite was created in collaboration with Nikki Hess of Lavender And Sea (@LavenderAndSea), an artist specializing in watercolor and illustration based in a cozy little beach town in Southern California. She's inspired by nature, all things whimsical and her mischievous little Corgi, Beignet.
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.
Balla collection description
Balla features dreamy watercolor washes that sets a serene tone for your celebration. The clean typography adds a modern contrast to the soft, painterly background. We think it’s perfect for coastal, garden, or destination weddings with an artistic flair. 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.
Waterview collection description
The Waterview design is a serene homage to the ocean's tranquil beauty, featuring a minimalist shell motif set against a backdrop of soft, undulating waves. This invitation is perfect for a seaside ceremony or any event inspired by the calm and majesty of the ocean. This suite was created in collaboration with Vanessa Barile, a graphic designer born and raised in Montreal, Canada. She brings new ideas to life by incorporating illustrations, paintings, and new mediums of art in her designs.
Kaumana collection description
Make a splash with the Kaumana suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features a hand-painted hibiscus flower and timeless typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for summer celebrations and destination weddings. This suite was designed in collaboration with Yvette Livesay Wright.
Mare collection description
Mare is a whimsical and charming collection, featuring playful hand-drawn illustrations of beach motifs that surround a decorative scalloped frame. The lively script and clean serif typography create a personal and inviting aesthetic. We think it's perfect for couples who are drawn to a design with a lighthearted spirit and a taste of vacation bliss. 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.
Anacostia collection description
Echo your tropical vibes with the Anacostia suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features lush palm trees and modern typography, perfect for destination weddings and celebrations by the ocean. 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.
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.
Cartago collection description
Show your playful style with the Cartago Classic save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features hand-painted tropical leaves and pineapples around a timeless mix of typography. We think this is a stunning choice for on-trend couples and destination weddings.
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.
How it works
- Customize a digital design
- We'll create a link for easy online access
- Text it to everyone at once through our app, or send to guests individually
Tramonti collection description
Brighten your guests’ day with the Tramonti suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features a stunning sunny illustration, plus a modern mix of typography. We think it’s a gorgeous choice for destination weddings and summer celebrations.
Seychelles collection description
The Seychelles collection features elegant typefaces that gracefully flow across a subtly striped background reminiscent of beachside cabanas. The monogram with palm details underscores the theme of an idyllic, sun-soaked destination. 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.
Balla collection description
Balla features dreamy watercolor washes that sets a serene tone for your celebration. The clean typography adds a modern contrast to the soft, painterly background. We think it’s perfect for coastal, garden, or destination weddings with an artistic flair. 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.
Spiaggia collection description
Spiaggia is a playful and breezy collection, featuring cheerful watercolor illustrations of lemons and beach motifs that evoke a perfect day by the sea. A mix of flowing script and clean serif typography creates a relaxed and lighthearted aesthetic. We think it's perfect for couples planning a destination wedding or a celebration with a joyful, coastal spirit. 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.
Sole collection description
Sole is a playful and cheerful collection, featuring a charming, hand-drawn wavy border and a whimsical sun illustration. The unique blend of casual sans-serif and delicate script typography creates a lighthearted and inviting aesthetic. We think it's perfect for couples who are drawn to a design with a relaxed spirit and a ray of sunshine. 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.
Costa collection description
Costa is a playful and vibrant collection, defined by its bold, hand-drawn scalloped border and charming inner frame featuring a fun, nautical motif. The whimsical design is topped with a delightful lobster illustration, perfectly setting a lighthearted tone. We think it's perfect for couples who are drawn to a design that captures the joyful spirit of a seaside celebration with unique, artistic charm. This suite was designed in collaboration with Joanna Griffin (@j.griffindesign), a stationery designer based in middle-of-nowhere Nevada. Using nature and a year in Tokyo as her inspiration, her work is best characterized by natural, hand-drawn elements combined with clean typography and classic layouts.
Cartago collection description
Show your love for nature with the Cartago Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features a frame of hand-painted tropical leaves around your custom photo and a modern mix of typography. We think it strikes the perfect balance of elegant and on-trend.
Anacostia collection description
Choose versatile elegance with the Anacostia suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features a modern mix of typography perfect for any wedding venue. 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.
Bahia collection description
Make a fun statement with the Bahia suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features shapes, colors, and bold typography, perfect for couples looking for something unique. This suite was designed in collaboration with Madeline La Rosa (@madelinelarosadesigns), a Brooklyn-based artist and graphic designer specializing in invitations and custom artwork.
Bahama collection description
Showcase your fun style with the Bahama suite. Printed on luxe paper, this design features bold typography for a cool, minimalist vibe. We think it’s a stunning pick for creative couples looking for something unique. 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.
How it works
- Customize a digital design
- We'll create a link for easy online access
- Text it to everyone at once through our app, or send to guests individually
All about Beach digital save the dates
FAQs - Beach digital save the dates
Are Digital Save the Dates Best for Modern Weddings?
When you start to plan such a big event, how you reach out to your group sets the tone, and it’s easy to see that using “digital save the dates” (those fast, electronic messages you send by email, text, or a direct message) is now very popular, especially with people who want both style and convenience. Should you go online for these first invitations—and could this approach make your process easier in every way?
What Makes Digital Save the Dates a Smart Move?
Often, digital options give you the full event detail in seconds, and, unlike the paper route, you can see who receives your message right away. These options also connect smoothly with other new tools—sometimes with things like countdowns or direct links—which traditional cards just can’t do. Is fast delivery, or eco-friendly practice, a bigger part of your plan?
Do Digital Save the Dates Save You Money?
For any couple, price is a primary factor. If you use the common paper method, you’ll usually pay between $150 and $500 when you add up design, printing, and delivery. Digital versions from big sources like Zola are fully free, which means you can keep those funds for your meal, your place, or even your outfit. Who wouldn’t want to cut extra cost?
What’s the Most Popular Style Right Now?
Trends keep moving each year, but in 2023, layouts built around a single, portrait photo are clear winners, with designs like “Milford”, “Seraphine”, “Grayson”, “Carlisle”, and “Violin” coming up again and again. Most couples choose a style that puts their shared image front and center, not only for the look, but also because it feels very personal. Are you looking to set your own unique tone, or do you want the style as is?
Can Digital Save the Dates Simplify Wedding Planning?
Absolutely. When you use a digital save the date, you aren’t just telling people when you’ll celebrate—you’re also kicking off communication that often keeps everyone in the loop. These invitations easily link to your website, where guests get the newest detail on travel or where to stay, and they connect with reply forms that cover your group in real time. If anything must change, you can reach your people right away—no late updates or lost mail.
Are Digital Save the Dates Better for the Environment?
If reducing waste and keeping things green matters to you, then digital is a natural pick since you skip nearly all the paper, remove delivery trips, and avoid leftover materials—which is a big plus when you want your event to reflect your values and not create extra waste.
Which Features Do Couples Like Most in Digital Announcements?
Looking at today’s top options, single-photo, portrait layouts are the favorite, and clean, simple forms are chosen far more often than versions with lots of extra detail or frames. Just simple, just direct: your important news, as is.
Why Put Off Going Digital?
If you value a modern touch, real savings, and a planning process that truly works, it’s hard to find a better way than digital save the dates. If these goals fit your plan—and you want the group to start engaged from day one—why not go with the method that does it all?
Digital save the dates for every style
From bohemian and botanical to minimalist and modern, there are gorgeous digital save the dates of all styles on Zola.
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Colors that match your theme
Whether you're going for classic white or a bright array of hues, Zola has digital save the dates of every color to match your wedding theme.
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