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Aven collection description
Aven is a refined and timeless collection centered around a custom intertwined monogram that adds a sophisticated, personal touch. The balanced mix of classic serif typography and graceful script accents creates a clean, minimalist layout that feels both formal and airy. We think it’s perfect for couples seeking an understated yet polished design for a classic city or chapel wedding. Jill Means (@jillmeansdesign) is a designer, lettering artist and illustrator with 30+ years of experience creating handcrafted, meaningful designs. Based in Lodi, California, her work is inspired by travel, nature, and experiences over things.
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Sage collection description
Sage is a sophisticated and structured collection featuring a classic pinstripe border and a distinguished monogram crest. The clean architectural lines and refined serif typography evoke a sense of heritage and timeless confidence. We think it’s perfect for couples planning a formal city wedding or those who appreciate a polished, vintage-inspired aesthetic. 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.
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Amber collection description
Amber Foil is a striking collection framed by an intricate, geometric border inspired by vintage Art Deco design. The bold, elongated typography and structured layout evoke a sense of Old Hollywood glamour and timeless sophistication. We think it’s perfect for couples hosting a formal celebration or anyone seeking a high-contrast aesthetic with an upscale, retro flair. This suite was designed in collaboration with JeAnna Casper (@jeannacasperdesign), an illustrator and graphic designer specializing in stationery and surface design. She loves creating pieces that beautifully celebrate life's most wonderful moments. When she isn't drawing or creating, you can probably find her exploring the mountains around her home.
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Corwin collection description
An elegant and artistic choice, Corwin Foil features fluid, continuous stamped foil lines that weave across the layout to frame your details with modern geometric grace. The clean, understated typography brings a sense of refined simplicity and effortless sophistication to your announcement. We think it's perfect for contemporary couples planning a chic, mid-century modern or minimalist urban celebration. This work was created in collaboration with Amanda DeWoody of Poised Avenue (@poisedavenue). With a love for fine-art details and thoughtful typography, she creates stationery defined by modern minimalism and an editorial sensibility, balancing softness and structure in every design.
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Encanto collection description
Encanto is a classic and stately collection framed by a refined, vintage-inspired rope border that brings an air of structured elegance. The balanced layout beautifully pairs a majestic serif typeface with graceful script accents to evoke a timeless, sophisticated feel. We think it's perfect for couples planning a formal or traditional celebration who appreciate clean, historic design with a personalized monogram touch. This work was created in collaboration with Erin Wilson (@erinlwilsondesign), a Maryland-based graphic designer with a lifelong love of the arts and a degree in music education. After licensing her stationery designs since 2014, she never tires of seeing her products in the hands of customers celebrating special occasions. Her artwork is defined by delicate florals, timeless illustrations and classic and refined typography.
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Painaa collection description
Painaa is a graceful and romantic collection featuring beautifully detailed, hand-drawn floral borders that frame your wedding details. The clean, modern typography balances the organic illustration to evoke a sense of refined simplicity and effortless charm. We think it's perfect for garden-inspired celebrations or couples seeking a timeless, nature-focused aesthetic. This suite was designed in collaboration with Christy Hy Lee (@christyhylee), a surface designer and illustrator. Her work showcases a modern, clean, and sophisticated style inspired by the beauty of nature.
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Madison collection description
Madison is a playful yet refined collection featuring a crisp patterned background of classic ticking stripes. The structured vertical pattern frames a soft, elegant oval layout that beautifully highlights sophisticated serif and cursive typography. We think it’s perfect for couples seeking a timeless, tailored look with a charming, preppy aesthetic. 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.
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Uzes collection description
Uzes is a striking and minimalist collection that lets beautiful typography take center stage. The bold, elongated serif font pairs effortlessly with fluid script accents, evoking a sense of modern romance and confident sophistication. We think it’s perfect for contemporary celebrations or couples who appreciate a clean, text-focused aesthetic with a touch of editorial flair. 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.
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Aria collection description
Aria is a whimsical and romantic collection featuring a vibrant, hand-drawn botanical border of wildflowers and leaves that beautifully frames your wedding details. The playful yet elegant mix of delicate serif and script typography evokes a joyful, storybook-inspired charm. We think it’s perfect for casual garden celebrations, backyard weddings, or couples seeking an artistic and lighthearted aesthetic. This work was created in collaboration with Katherine Roberts (@katrobertsart_), a graphic designer and fine artist residing in North Carolina. She enjoys exploring different mediums and styles in her work and is frequently influenced by her travels as well as organic elements found in nature.
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Brume collection description
Brume is a vibrant and charming collection that features an intricate, hand-drawn botanical border woven with delicate vines, blossoms, and fresh citrus fruits. The pairing of a whimsical script with an airy, spaced serif typography creates a joyful and relaxed feel that beautifully frames your wedding details. We think it’s perfect for cheerful outdoor celebrations, destination weddings, or couples seeking a touch of Mediterranean-inspired romance. 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.
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Stelo collection description
Stelo is an airy and romantic collection featuring an intricate, stamp-style floral and tropical foliage border that frames a clean, spacious layout. The combination of delicate, flowing script for your names and structured serif typography evokes a sense of breezy elegance and refined charm. We think it’s perfect for destination weddings, tropical celebrations, or couples looking to bring a lush, botanical feel to their big day. 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.
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Camarine collection description
Camarine is a charming and romantic collection featuring a delicate, hand-drawn illustration of two lovebirds holding a ribbon monogram. The sweet artwork is paired with elegant serif and graceful script typography to create a sense of timeless warmth and gentle whimsy. We think it's perfect for intimate, storybook celebrations or couples looking to add a touch of playful romance to their wedding style. This suite was created in collaboration with Kimberly Morgan, a pattern artist and Louie Award-winning stationery designer based in the Rocky Mountains. Her work blends the nostalgia of childhood storybooks with the beauty of her natural surroundings, resulting in charming illustrations which invoke a sweet sense of wonder and warmth. When she’s not designing, Kimberly enjoys baking artisan sourdough loaves to share with her neighbors, and reading aloud to her grandchildren.
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Melissa collection description
Melissa is a vibrant and romantic collection featuring a lush border of citrus fruits and blossoms that beautifully frames your wedding details. The elegant script lettering and classic serif fonts pair with a uniquely shaped central frame to evoke a sense of sun-drenched, Mediterranean charm. We think it's perfect for summer celebrations, destination weddings, or couples seeking a lively yet sophisticated botanical look. 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.
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Spina collection description
Spina is a dramatic and romantic collection featuring an intricate, vintage-inspired border of climbing roses and detailed botanical illustrations. The pairing of graceful script and classic serif typography creates an air of timeless, storybook elegance. We think it’s perfect for couples planning an enchanting garden wedding or seeking a design with rich, classic charm. This suite was created in collaboration with Christina Gagliano (@coppercactuscompany), an award-winning invitations designer. Inspired by the world around her, she often blends minimalistic lines with playful fonts.
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Plateau collection description
Plateau is a charming and classic collection that pairs a timeless striped background with a delicate dotted, vintage-inspired frame. The airy serif typography and elegant script lettering bring a sense of breezy sophistication and nostalgic warmth to your wedding details. We think it's perfect for preppy estate celebrations, coastal weddings, or any couple desiring a polished yet playful aesthetic. 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.
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Clarian collection description
Clarian is an enchanting and romantic collection framed by intricate, hand-drawn floral and botanical illustrations. The delicate line art paired with flowing script typography creates a whimsical, organic feel that exudes effortless charm. We think it’s perfect for garden, estate, or rustic-chic celebrations seeking a touch of storybook elegance. 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.
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Como collection description
Como is an enchanting collection defined by an ornate tile pattern framing a vintage-inspired central crest. Beautiful flowing script typography pairs with refined serif text, evoking the sun-drenched romance and timeless elegance of the Mediterranean coast. We think it’s perfect for destination weddings, villa celebrations, or couples who want to infuse their paper suite with Old World charm. This suite was created in collaboration with Illustrated Weddings (@illustratedweddings), a graphic design and illustration studio specializing in hand-drawn details for one-of-a-kind luxury weddings.
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Vasara collection description
Vasara is a light and romantic collection featuring a delicate botanical border framed by a classic vintage-style crest. The pairing of refined serif typography and graceful script accents creates a polished layout that feels both whimsical and serene. We think it’s perfect for outdoor garden celebrations, springtime weddings, or couples seeking a touch of natural elegance. This work was created in collaboration with Erin Wilson (@erinlwilsondesign), a Maryland-based graphic designer with a lifelong love of the arts and a degree in music education. After licensing her stationery designs since 2014, she never tires of seeing her products in the hands of customers celebrating special occasions. Her artwork is defined by delicate florals, timeless illustrations and classic and refined typography.
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Addison collection description
Addison is a vibrant and romantic collection featuring a rich watercolor floral background that beautifully frames a clean, arched central layout. The sophisticated serif typography and delicate script accents bring a sense of modern refinement and joyful elegance to your details. We think it’s perfect for garden, spring, or outdoor celebrations for couples who love a painterly, artful aesthetic. This suite was created in collaboration with Lori Wemple (@loriwemple). Lori has a deep love for whimsical and quirky design, with a passion for illustration and animation. She is obsessed with the ocean, mermaids, tiki culture, and her sweet kiddos. Her work blends watercolor and digital techniques, often experimenting with bohemian textures, playful minimalism, asymmetry and typography.
All about photo thank yous
FAQs - Photo thank you cards
Why Send Wedding Thank You Cards with a Photo?
For many people, the idea of sending a thank you card after your wedding is simply expected, but when you include a photo—especially one that shows a real moment from your event—it turns a standard note into something that friends and family may keep on display at their place for a long time. Frequently, you’ll notice that this personal approach is much more likely to lead to a warm response, since your guests will feel not only “thanked,” but also connected to your day in a special way.
Which Wedding Photo Card Styles Are Usually Selected?
If you want your card to feel unique and fit your event, you may wonder which designs couples usually choose. Zola’s top picks include several single-photo options (like Nahomi, Avila, Seville, Goundry, and Violin), and about 83% of couples go with a card that uses a single photo. Just 4% go with cards containing several images, so if you like a simple, focused look, you’re not alone. Most people choose landscape or square layouts—which often show off your chosen photo more fully—while only 13% prefer a portrait layout.
How Do You Pick the Right Wedding Photo?
When you’re unsure which photo to use for your thank you card, focus on shots where you and your partner are acting naturally, perhaps laughing, enjoying a quiet moment, or involved in conversation. Natural light helps give a clear, flattering look in print, making this kind of photo stand out. Also, you may find that picking an image with open space on one side helps you place your note without crowding the picture—making the card’s message look balanced and easy to read.
What Should You Write in a Wedding Thank You Card?
Often, the most difficult part of sending cards is deciding how to write a note that feels personal for each person. The best cards mention the guest’s gift—such as “the lovely vase in our kitchen” or “a generous contribution that will help us plan our trip”—and connect it directly with how you’ll use it in your life. You’ll also want to mention something about the time you spent with the person on your big day, which makes each card individual, rather than just a repeated statement sent to everyone.
When Do You Need to Send Your Thank You Cards?
People often wonder about timing, and/or feel stressed by the process, but there’s a simple answer: you should try to mail your thank you cards within two months after the wedding. If you’re facing a large list, it’s helpful to start with people who traveled the farthest or contributed most, and you may decide to set aside time each week for you and your spouse to work on cards together. It can also be a good way to revisit memories as is.
How Can You Match Your Cards to Your Wedding Style?
When you want everything to look connected, use the same colors, font, or details that your invitations or wedding decor included. Sometimes you’ll pick an image with little touches from your event—a bit of floral backdrop, greenery, or even lights—to tie the card back to the main style. Unsure which to pick? Goundry and Violin work for both classic and new styles, so they’re a safe choice.
What Is the Best Way to Order Photo Thank You Cards?
Ordering on Zola is meant to be easy even if you’re not an expert. The upload tool lets you use good-quality photos right from your computer and adjusts them as needed, so you don’t have to worry about technical issues. Browse popular designs online at zola.com/wedding-planning/thank-you-cards/shop, select your favorite, personalize your message, and your cards can be ordered without extra work—just add your details, review, and you’re done.
Thank you cards for every style
From bohemian and botanical to minimalist and modern, there are gorgeous thank you cards of all styles on Zola.
Floral thank you cardsModern thank you cardsGreenery thank you cardsRustic thank you cardsWatercolor thank you cardsWhimsical thank you cardsCultural thank you cardsDestination thank you cardsBeach thank you cardsSummer thank you cardsWinter thank you cardsSpring thank you cardsElegant & Formal thank you cardsSimple & Minimalist thank you cardsTypography thank you cardsClassic & Traditional thank you cardsMonogram thank you cardsBoho thank you cardsMountains thank you cardsVintage & Retro thank you cardsMaximalist thank you cardsNautical thank you cardsBarn & Country thank you cardsBorder thank you cardsGeometric thank you cardsFall & Autumn thank you cards
Colors that match your theme
Whether you're going for classic white or a bright array of hues, Zola has thank you cards of every color to match your wedding theme.
Multi thank you cardsBlue thank you cardsDusty Blue thank you cardsRoyal Blue thank you cardsNavy thank you cardsBlack thank you cardsRed thank you cardsBurgundy thank you cardsWhite thank you cardsPurple thank you cardsLavender thank you cardsPlum thank you cardsPink thank you cardsRose thank you cardsDusty Rose thank you cardsCoral thank you cardsPeach thank you cardsGreen thank you cardsEmerald Green thank you cardsTeal thank you cardsOrange thank you cardsYellow thank you cardsGrey thank you cardsBrown thank you cardsOff White thank you cards
Mix and match options
With so many features and finishes available, choosing thank you cards can seem daunting. Narrow your search by combining your favorite design options.
Foil thank you cardsLetterpress thank you cardsPhoto thank you cardsThank you cards without photosPortrait thank you cardsLandscape thank you cards