Madilou collection description
Showcase your elegant style with the Madilou suite, named for a real-life Zola couple. Sarah and Josh met on a dating app in 2021, and their dogs Madison and Louis are responsible for their connection! They each had a pup picture on their profile and simultaneously thought, “They also have a schnauzer, they’re probably pretty cool.” Their dogs tagged along on their first date, and two-and-a-half years later, they were there for the proposal! Printed on luxe paper, this design features hand-painted botanical details and timeless typography. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide range of wedding venues, from rustic barns to formal hotel ballrooms. 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.
Latona collection description
Choose timeless elegance with the Latona Letterpress suite. This design features a chic mix of typography and calligraphy for a fresh yet classic feel. We think it’s a stunning choice for any wedding venue, from urban hotel to countryside ranch.
Latona collection description
Choose timeless elegance with the Latona Letterpress suite. This design features a chic mix of typography and calligraphy for a fresh yet classic feel. We think it’s a stunning choice for any wedding venue, from urban hotel to countryside ranch.
Seville collection description
Choose timeless chic with the Seville Landscape Letterpress wedding invitation. This versatile design features an elegant mix of typography, with your names in an eye-catching font. Striking the perfect balance of modern and traditional, we think it’s a stunning choice for any venue.
Burke collection description
Showcase your elegant style with the Burke Landscape Letterpress wedding invitation.This sleek design features a chic mix of typography and calligraphy, beautifully highlighting your names. We think it strikes the perfect balance of timeless and modern. 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.
Caleania collection description
Showcase your elegant style with the Caleania Letterpress suite. This design features intricate floral details and a timeless mix of typography. We think it strikes the perfect balance of formal and fun. 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.
Blonshine collection description
Your names and message are front and center with this crisp, minimalist design featuring mixed typography and ultramodern accents.
Sidney collection description
Make a modern statement with the Sidney Letterpress suite. This design features a bold mix of typography, for a minimalist yet striking result. We think it’s a stunning choice for a wide variety of wedding venues, from industrial lofts to hotel ballrooms. This suite was created in collaboration with Allison Kincaid of AK Graphics. Allison is a farmwife, mother of 2, and an artist + stationery designer from Eastern Washington state.
Vinehall collection description
The Vinehall suite is dressed to impress with details like an elegant monogram, delicately sketched leaves, and traditional typography. 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.
Prins collection description
The Prins suite exudes rustic elegance with its simple typography, understated floral accents, and balanced layout. This suite was created in collaboration with Elly Brady (@ellybrady_creative), a designer based out of Indianapolis. She finds her inspiration in everything from nature to urban landscapes. When she's not working on a new project, she's most likely taking her dog for a long walk.
Marmillo collection description
Evoke romance with the whimsical Marmillo suite featuring delicate, floral accents, mixed typography, and elegant spacing. This suite was created in collaboration with Simona Camp, a licensing artist and graphic designer specializing in wedding stationery and surface pattern design. She’s most inspired by nature, traveling, and visiting used bookstores.
Rhys collection description
Adorned with olive branches and elegant typography, the Rhys suite delivers your message with poise. This design was created in collaboration with Esther Clark (@estherclarkco), a fine artist specializing in oils, watercolors, and line drawings, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Brunswick collection description
Make a bold statement with Brunswick’s modern, minimalist design. 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.
Arlington collection description
Delight your loved ones through this sweet design adorned with distinct floral details. This suite was designed in collaboration with Holly Whitcomb, a graphic designer and artist based in Omaha, Nebraska. Her work is a vibrant blend of abstract botanicals and landscapes, where bold colors and expressive brushwork come alive.
Windansea collection description
With florals that pop and elegant typography, Windansea’s design is graceful yet striking. 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.
Richmond collection description
An elevated design boasting classic style and prominent initials.
Corao collection description
Discover our Corao suite, where names and dates take center stage. Experiment with diverse layouts and font combinations to create a contemporary look. Add a personal touch by incorporating photos into your invitations. 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.
Blosser collection description
Elevate your wedding with our timeless Blosser suite. Featuring a classic design adorned with a watercolor monogram. This simple yet elegant suite allows ample space for your personal touch, ensuring a refined and personalized touch to your special day. 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.
Hallberg collection description
Introducing our Hallberg suite. Inspired by blue florals and featuring detailed illustrations with vintage charm. A balance of density and white space creates rustic 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.
Callahan collection description
Presenting our Callahan suite. Featuring minimalist botanical illustrations. Designed to make your event truly special. This suite was created in collaboration with Allison Kincaid of AK Graphics. Allison is a farmwife, mother of 2, and an artist + stationery designer from Eastern Washington state.
Durham collection description
Durham showcases hand-drawn wildflowers framing details, coupled with clean, modern text for a contemporary feel. 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.
Lucille collection description
The Lucille invitation is a masterpiece of playful whimsy, framed by hand-drawn borders that add a personal touch to the elegant script.
Tolleson collection description
Tolleson melds farm chic with a vintage vibe, featuring bold type and desert-inspired illustrations for a standout rustic wedding invitation. This suite was created in collaboration with Mel Di Genova (@_designedbymel), a versatile artist and graphic designer with experience in acrylic and watercolor painting, plus pencil illustration, branding, page layout design, and invitations.
Lyra collection description
The Lyra collection showcases hand-drawn wildflowers, offering a rustic and earthen charm, ideal for weddings that reflect natural beauty. This suite was created in collaboration with Lissa Anglin, a Texas-based designer who creates imaginative designs that make every day more extraordinary. She utilizes hand-lettering and illustration to add interest to her work and prioritizes functionality and fun as she creates.
Richmond collection description
Printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, Richmond is an elevated design boasting classic style and prominent initials.
Marana collection description
The Marana collection combines elegance and formality with a touch of country chic. Its clean typography is framed by sophisticated borders, making it a standout choice for any wedding. This suite was created in collaboration with Lissa Anglin, a Texas-based designer who creates imaginative designs that make every day more extraordinary. She utilizes hand-lettering and illustration to add interest to her work and prioritizes functionality and fun as she creates.
Lund collection description
The Lund collection features a blend of mixed typography and elegantly illustrated strokes. The design combines modern style with artistic elements to create a fresh, inviting look for your special occasion. This suite was designed in collaboration with Holly Whitcomb, a graphic designer and artist based in Omaha, Nebraska. Her work is a vibrant blend of abstract botanicals and landscapes, where bold colors and expressive brushwork come alive.
Anafi collection description
The Anafi collection combines mixed typography with a captivating soft tile background that exudes a serene and inviting atmosphere. 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.
Kiruna collection description
The Kiruna collection features elegant slanted script typography that adds a touch of graceful sophistication to your wedding day. 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.
Jackson collection description
Our Jackson collection features a unique monogram intertwined with delicate greenery, combining traditional style with a hint of natural elements. The clean, crisp typography is perfectly aligned to reflect a formal tone, ideal for couples looking to make a dignified and lasting impression. This suite was created in collaboration with Allison Kincaid of AK Graphics. Allison is a farmwife, mother of 2, and an artist + stationery designer from Eastern Washington state.
Marat collection description
The Marat collection exudes a serene and delicate charm, perfect for a spring or summer wedding. This design features sprigs of lavender, beautifully rendered in soft pastel hues that evoke a sense of gentle beauty and simplicity. 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.
Olmo collection description
The Olmo collection elegantly combines classic design elements with a modern touch, featuring a striking monogram at the top flanked by delicate floral details. This suite was created in collaboration with Allison Kincaid of AK Graphics. Allison is a farmwife, mother of 2, and an artist + stationery designer from Eastern Washington state.
Maldives collection description
The Maldives design captures an elegant and modern aesthetic, featuring bold vertical stripes paired with a striking palm frond motif. 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.
Hazel collection description
The Hazel design balances simplicity with botanical elegance. This suite was designed in collaboration with Yaling Hou Suzuki, a creative and artistic individual who loves to draw, paint, and sew. Her work is often inspired by nature and culture, and she uses bright colors and patterns to create cheerful and inviting designs.
Piran collection description
The Piran design elegantly combines classic elegance with a touch of nature, framed by a detailed floral monogram that gracefully highlights the couple's initials. This suite was created in collaboration with Jen Simpson Design, a bespoke invitation and stationery company based in San Clemente, California, made up of Jen and Luke Simpson; a husband and wife team who have been in the industry for over 10 years.
Gothenburg collection description
Our Gothenburg collection is the epitome of modern elegance with its unique layout and formal design elements. This design uses modern typography to achieve a clean and sophisticated look, making it an excellent choice for couples seeking an invitation that stands out while maintaining an air of traditional formality. 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.
Clover collection description
The Clover collection combines a unique tiled border with a modern layout to create a striking and contemporary design. Encapsulating both style and sophistication, we think it’s perfect for couples looking for a modern yet elegant invitation. This suite was created in collaboration with Allison Kincaid of AK Graphics. Allison is a farmwife, mother of 2, and an artist + stationery designer from Eastern Washington state.
Andes collection description
Our Andes collection showcases a timeless elegance with its mixed typography and classic structure. The curved text adds a unique element, complementing the overall minimalist design. This invitation is ideal for couples seeking a refined and distinguished style.
Cancun collection description
The Cancun collection is the epitome of timeless elegance with its bold striped borders framing the central details. This design seamlessly blends traditional elements with a hint of modern aesthetics, making it an impeccable choice for a formal wedding celebration.
Liang collection description
The Liang design features a minimalist and airy aesthetic. This suite was created in collaboration with Allison Kincaid of AK Graphics. Allison is a farmwife, mother of 2, and an artist + stationery designer from Eastern Washington state.
Eze collection description
The Eze design captivates with its intricately drawn botanical frame that gracefully encircles the central text, offering an exquisite and detailed artwork that sets the stage for a sophisticated event. This suite was created in collaboration with Simona Camp, a licensing artist and graphic designer specializing in wedding stationery and surface pattern design. She is most inspired by being out in nature, traveling, and visiting used bookstores.
Burke collection description
Showcase your elegant style with the Burke collection. This sleek design features a chic mix of typography and calligraphy, beautifully highlighting your names. We think it strikes the perfect balance of timeless and modern. 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.
Soave collection description
The Soave collection epitomizes understated elegance with its clean lines and modern typography. We think it’s perfect for couples after a minimalist yet sophisticated touch for their wedding day. Katrina Castro is a Montreal-based graphic designer with over 15 years of experience in the creative industry. Now freelancing and starting a family, Katrina continues to craft meaningful brands and designs while embracing new chapters in both her career and life. She has a passion for typography, branding, and travel.
Ferrara collection description
The Ferrara collection presents a sophisticated blend of modern design elements with a classic touch, making it perfect for couples seeking a refined aesthetic for their wedding day. This collection is designed to impress with its clean lines and graceful simplicity, making it an ideal choice for a formal yet stylish celebration. This suite was created in collaboration with Simona Camp, a licensing artist and graphic designer specializing in wedding stationery and surface pattern design. She is most inspired by being out in nature, traveling, and visiting used bookstores.
Ferrara collection description
The Ferrara collection presents a sophisticated blend of modern design elements with a classic touch, making it perfect for couples seeking a refined aesthetic for their wedding day. This collection is designed to impress with its clean lines and graceful simplicity, making it an ideal choice for a formal yet stylish celebration. This suite was created in collaboration with Simona Camp, a licensing artist and graphic designer specializing in wedding stationery and surface pattern design. She is most inspired by being out in nature, traveling, and visiting used bookstores.
Manado collection description
The Manado collection offers a classic aesthetic with a touch of nature-inspired beauty. We think it’s perfect for couples looking for a design that exudes elegance. This suite was created in collaboration with Simona Camp, a licensing artist and graphic designer specializing in wedding stationery and surface pattern design. She is most inspired by being out in nature, traveling, and visiting used bookstores.
Dew collection description
The Dew collection features a serene and refreshing design, embodying a soft and tranquil aesthetic. Designed to convey a sense of peace and simplicity, this invitation is perfect for couples looking for a clean, airy feel for their wedding, reflective of a new beginning or a springtime ceremony. 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.
Elodie collection description
The Elodie collection is whimsical and sophisticated, featuring an enchanting array of hand-drawn illustrations celebrating the art of fine dining and celebration. This invitation is perfect for couples who appreciate the beauty of a carefully set table and the joy of a meal shared with loved ones. 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.
When you plan your wedding, you might not think right away about how much these cards will affect your day, but they often set the first tone for your whole event. Frequently, your family and friends get an idea of your style and mood the moment that invitation and its envelope show up, starting their experience with that one simple card. If you want a classic look, the standard Milford design—a top option—gives you clean lines, strong text, and good paper that provides instant feeling even before anyone arrives. Put simply? Expectations start as is, the second someone holds your invite.
The number of styles, as is, is bigger than most expect, and finding one that matches your idea matters.
Classic invitations usually have formal text and well-drawn lines, often on thick paper, with a sense of tradition at the center. The widely chosen Seraphine design fits this look and keeps things classic and timeless.
Although many may expect otherwise, only about 12% go with a single photo, and fewer than 1% add more. That means almost everyone skips photos on the invite itself. But if you want to share an image from your engagement, a single clean photo is usually the way to go.
If you feel drawn to a modern approach—maybe you like open space or straight lines—the Caleania invite could stand out for you with its use of simple text and lots of empty space. Minimalism is not just a trend, as it often creates a calm, clear feeling throughout your event.
When you look at most invitation sets, you usually find several parts in one envelope, each with its own use:
Timing always matters. How do you know the best time to mail your cards?
Portrait style is the main choice—over 70% go that way—while only a few pick landscape. Simple shapes and plain frames show up far more often (about 5%) than things like wreaths, arches, or shiny bits, which now appear in just 1% of cases. Styles using foil or letterpress are seen much less than before. If you want more examples, Laurelwood and Goundry are other top picks, showing both clean and decorated looks.
Tradition puts the bride’s family as the host, but now you can just list both families, yourselves, or use a phrase like “together with their families,” making it feel more open and modern.
Here’s a simple rule: you should never put gift or shopping list information on the main invitation. If you want people to know about your registry, send them to your wedding website or a different card included in the envelope.
These cards, as is, are more than just paper. They start your story, bring everyone to your day, create a feeling, and give guests what they need to know. In the end, a good invitation says what your event will be before anything begins.
From bohemian and botanical to minimalist and modern, there are gorgeous invitations of all styles on Zola.
Floral invitationsModern invitationsGreenery invitationsRustic invitationsWatercolor invitationsWhimsical invitationsCultural invitationsDestination invitationsBeach invitationsSummer invitationsWinter invitationsSpring invitationsElegant & Formal invitationsSimple & Minimalist invitationsTypography invitationsClassic & Traditional invitationsMonogram invitationsBoho invitationsMountains invitationsVintage & Retro invitationsMaximalist invitationsNautical invitationsBarn & Country invitationsBorder invitationsGeometric invitationsFall & Autumn invitations
Whether you're going for classic white or a bright array of hues, Zola has invitations of every color to match your wedding theme.
Multi invitationsBlue invitationsDusty Blue invitationsRoyal Blue invitationsNavy invitationsBlack invitationsRed invitationsBurgundy invitationsWhite invitationsPurple invitationsLavender invitationsPlum invitationsPink invitationsRose invitationsDusty Rose invitationsCoral invitationsPeach invitationsGreen invitationsEmerald Green invitationsTeal invitationsOrange invitationsYellow invitationsGrey invitationsBrown invitationsOff White invitations
From traditional square invitations to fancy arches, Zola has a variety of card shapes to choose from.
Standard invitationsRounded invitationsScalloped invitationsHalf-arch invitationsArch invitationsOval invitationsTicket invitationsDiamond invitations
With so many features and finishes available, choosing invitations can seem daunting. Narrow your search by combining your favorite design options.
Foil invitationsLetterpress invitationsReception-only invitationsPhoto invitationsInvitations without photosPortrait invitationsLandscape invitations