Rounded save the date cards
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.
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.
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.
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.
Woads collection description
Announce your wedding with our Woads save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this design features your custom photo front and center, with simple white font overlay. Perfect for any couple with classic, timeless style.
Ivy collection description
Share your wedding joy with our Ivy Wreath save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this design features a floral wreath and tiny whimsical birds set against a solid background in landscape. Perfect for bohemian, casual couples getting married outdoors, indoors, or on a rooftop.
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).
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).
Escape collection description
Set the scene for a tropical celebration with our Escape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design uses vintage palm leaves and on-trend pastel peach pink to paint a picture of sunny, botanical bliss—plus, room for your own custom photo. Perfect for the couple getting married in a destination wedding, or just have their sights set on somewhere warm.
Arthur collection description
Celebrate your wedding style with our Arthur Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features large, dramatic script typeface and ample room for your custom photo. Perfect for all kinds of weddings, from sleek rooftops to formal ballrooms.
Escape collection description
Celebrate in tropical style with our Escape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design uses vintage palm leaves, gold foil, and on-trend pastel peach pink to paint a picture of sunny, botanical bliss—plus, room for your own custom photo. Perfect for the couple getting married in a destination wedding, or just have their sights set on somewhere warm.
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.
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).
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!).
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.
Folly collection description
Share the wedding joy with our Folly Landscape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this watercolor botanical design features lemons. blossoms, and whimiscal font. We think this is a fresh choice for couples who have a playful side (and are getting married under sunny skies).
Larimer collection description
Make a beautiful statement with our Larimer Border save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features on-trend agate graphics and a clean white background, all highlighting your wedding details and custom photo, too. We love it for weddings that fall somewhere between minimalist and glam.
Larimer collection description
Make a beautiful statement with our Larimer Border save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this modern design features on-trend agate graphics and a clean white background, all highlighting your wedding details very chicly. We love it for weddings that fall somewhere between minimalist and glam.
Aurora collection description
Celebrate in style with our Aurora Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this watercolor design features cheerful cactus plants and blossoms and whimsical script font. We love it for couples getting married in warm, desert-like weather (or couples who are just really proud indoor cacti parents).
Novela collection description
Share the joy with our Novela Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this classic design features hand drawn magnolia flowers and gorgeous script font, plus room for your custom photo. We think it strikes the perfect balance of organic and formal, and works beautifully for weddings of all kinds.
Gramercy collection description
Celebrate in style with our Gramercy Landscape save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this warm floral design features boughs of sunset-hued wildflowers, all contrasting beautifully against a solid background. We really love it for couples getting married in the late summer or fall.
Bonnie collection description
Celebrate your joy with our Bonnie Script save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this versatile design features dramatic handwritten font and ample room for your custom photo—perfect for letting your wedding details shine. We love it for couples getting married outdoors, indoors, or anywhere in between.
Perch collection description
Celebrate your love with our Perch Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this whimsical, travel-inspired design features a passport stamp motif and room for your custom photo, plus bold colors and classic fonts. We think it's a perfect pick for destination weddings, or any couple with a major case of wanderlust.
Hopewell collection description
Share the love with our Hopewell Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this wintry design features illustrated boughs and blooms, plus gorgeous handwritten script for an extra pop. We love it for couples getting married in the cooler months (or who just love a subtle bit of holiday cheer).
Rue collection description
Celebrate in style with our Rue Stamp save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this minimalist design features tiny botanical illustrations and classic font, all set against a bold background. We think it's a perfect pick for weddings at wineries, vineyards, restaurants, or anywhere deliciously chic!
Mikasa collection description
Share your joy with the Mikasa Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this whimsical design features hand-drawn flowers in bright colors and leaves plenty of space for your custom photo. We think this is a perfect pick for couples getting married outside, or anywhere with gorgeous blooms. Created in collaboration with Montreal-based graphic designer Grace Cheong.
Mantova collection description
Share your happiness with the Mantova Frame save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features beautiful flowers around modern typography. We think it’s a perfect pick for couples getting married outside or surrounded by fresh blossoms.
Geneva collection description
Share the happy news with the Geneva Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features a mix of timeless typography around your custom photo. We especially love it for sophisticated, romantic weddings.
Gardner collection description
Celebrate your wedding joy with the Gardner Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features intricate, hand-painted blooms next to elegant typography, all under your custom photo. Perfect for nature lovers. Maggie Enterrios (@littlepatterns) is a botanical illustrator known for creating detailed, whimsical patterns. Her work can be found on product packaging around the globe, and this is her first foray into wedding paper. Plus, it’s exclusive to Zola!
Jolla collection description
Share the wonderful news with the Jolla Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this quirky design features retro typography around your custom photo. Perfect for creative couples looking for something different.
Terian collection description
No green thumbs required for the Terian Frame save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features a border of eucalyptus leaves around elegant typography. We especially love it for weddings filled with greenery.
Terian collection description
Make an elegant statement with the Terian Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this versatile design features tasteful typography on top of your custom photo. Perfect for any type of celebration, from big ballroom wedding to intimate rustic ceremony.
Dover collection description
Make a gorgeous statement with the Dover Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features hand-drawn calligraphy and timeless typography over your custom photo. Incredibly versatile, it lends itself to any type of wedding or color scheme. Created in collaboration with California-based calligrapher and watercolor artist Brooke Dieda.
Dover collection description
Make an elegant statement with the Dover Type save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this minimalist design features hand-drawn calligraphy and modern typography over a sleek, solid background. We think it’s beautifully suited for any type of formal wedding. Created in collaboration with California-based calligrapher and watercolor artist Brooke Dieda.
Reverie collection description
Celebrate your love with the Reverie Bloom save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features multicolored buds and elegant typography. We especially love it for spring celebrations and ceremonies held in nature.
Joliette collection description
Go for timeless elegance with the Joliette Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features stunning hand-painted blooms, alongside two mythical animals, all around your custom photo. We think this strikes the perfect balance between old and new. Created in collaboration with Chinese-American surface designer Teresa Chan (@teresa.chan.graphics).
Ivy collection description
Share your wedding joy with our Ivy Wreath save the date. This letterpress design, printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, features a floral wreath and tiny whimsical birds. Perfect for bohemian, casual couples getting married outdoors, indoors, or on a rooftop.
Blake collection description
Spread the word with our Blake Frame save the date. This classic letterpress design, printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, features a solid contrasting border with a clean, minimalist monogram of your initials. Perfect for couples who love timeless touches.
Stauffer collection description
Celebrate your epic love with the Stauffer Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this elegant design features a stunning mix of timeless typography around your custom photo. Perfect for fairy tale weddings and formal celebrations.
Malta collection description
Share your joy with the Malta Type save the date. This chic letterpress design, printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, combines a sleek frame with delicate flourishes and classic typography. Perfect for the romantic couple aiming for total magic on their big day.
Mantova collection description
Share your happiness with the Mantova Frame save the date. This botanical letterpress design, printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, features beautiful flowers around modern typography. We think it’s a perfect pick for couples getting married outside or surrounded by fresh blossoms.
Verona collection description
Share the wedding love with our Verona Type save the date. This bold and classic letterpress design, printed on luxurious, extra-thick cotton paper, features elegant typography and a sleek frame. We think it's great for formal occasions of all kinds.
Bonnie collection description
Celebrate your joy with our Bonnie elopement reception save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this versatile design features a stunning mix of fonts and ample room for your custom photo—perfect for letting your details shine. We love it for events held outdoors, indoors, or anywhere in between.
Destin collection description
Share your fresh style with the Destin Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features stunning hand-painted blooms around your custom photo. Perfect for couples getting married in lush gardens and pretty backyards. Created in collaboration with Montreal-based botanical painter and illustrator Joannie Houle (@joanniehoule_art).
Castellina collection description
Show your romantic side with the Castellina Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features hand-painted flowers and a mix of whimsical typography next to your custom photo. We think this is a beautiful choice for nature lovers getting married in gardens and backyards.
Wilbur collection description
Show your romantic side with the Wilbur Portrait save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this floral design features whimsical hand-painted blooms over your custom photo. Perfect for couples getting married in lush gardens or planning a fairy tale-inspired wedding.Created in collaboration with watercolor artist, author, and teacher Sarah Simon (@themintgardener).
Wilbur collection description
Make a pretty statement with the Wilbur Bloom save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this botanical design features gorgeous hand-painted flowers, along with a mix of timeless typography. We think it’s perfect for romantic weddings of all kinds, from boho to fairy tale-inspired.Created in collaboration with watercolor artist, author, and teacher Sarah Simon (@themintgardener).
Wilbur collection description
Go for artsy chic with the Wilbur Stamp save the date. Printed on luxe paper, this painterly design features a stunning hand-painted floral crest, along with timeless typography. We especially love it for formal and boho weddings.Created in collaboration with watercolor artist, author, and teacher Sarah Simon (@themintgardener).
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Frequently asked questions
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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