The 20 Best Websites for Wedding Invitations That Fit Every Theme and Budget


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Rectangular or horizontal? Foil or letterpress? Regular cardstock or extra thick? Designing wedding invitations can feel overwhelming, but using a website to create them makes the process much simpler. Invitations can set the tone for your wedding and give guests essential details about your big day, so getting them right is important.

Many websites for wedding invitations rival the quality of high-end bespoke stationery at a fraction of the cost, offering features like free designer consultations, sample kits, and etiquette guides. These sites often go beyond invitations, providing day-of items like menus, wedding ceremony programs, and thank-you cards for after the celebration. To help you find the best options, we researched custom design services, user-friendly experiences, and valuable features. We also polled BRIDES' readers and consulted design experts and graphic designer Katie Fischer Cohen to find the best websites for wedding invitations.

Minted Weddings invitation

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If you can dream it, we guarantee you can find it on Minted—and if it’s not there, you can create it. This website has been a staple for brides-to-be for over a decade. The selection of invitation designs runs the gamut with no shortage of choices in almost every style under the sun. We're especially obsessed with the Brides + Minted collection, which offers a range of 30 unique, customizable designs.

For those feeling overwhelmed by the sheer amount of choices, the site also makes it easy to filter your search according to style, theme, color, letter type, and more. The offerings don’t stop at invites, either. The full stationery suites feature everything you need for your special day, from table numbers to place cards to goody bag tags.

We also appreciate all kinds of additional services, such as a free consultation with a Minted specialist, digital monogram creation, no-charge envelope addressing, a complimentary box of all the various paper offerings and letter types, and an option to have a Minted designer create a completely bespoke design.

Production Time: 6-9 business days for standard shipping | Type: Paper

Zola Wedding Invitations

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This all-inclusive site isn’t just for registering for gifts—although it has great registry features. Zola is a one-stop wedding shop with an extensive collection of invitation designs. (At last count, there were over 1,000 choices.) Therefore, there’s an option to suit every style and taste, from classic and formal to fun and whimsical designs that feature a photo of your choosing. There are also unique designs for elopements and vow renewals.

Before making the final decision, you get five samples for free. This is a nice perk for those who want to see and feel their invitations before purchasing. You'll also get free envelopes and addressing, and if you create your wedding website through Zola, you can collect and manage your RSVPs digitally, too.

Production Time: 5-10 business days | Type: Paper, digital save the dates

Etsy Paper and Toys invitations

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Neutral lovers, rejoice. This minimalistic design is simple and streamlined, yet anything but boring. Rather than just using paper, these invitations combine paper, linen, and vellum with delicate threads to create a gorgeous wedding suite guaranteed to wow your guests as soon as they open the envelope.

Subtly torn edges add to the organic feel. When we polled our readers, they noted that this shop books up quickly, but they repeatedly raved about the finished product and the shop owner’s helpful communication and attention to detail throughout the process. So get those orders in ASAP.

Production Time: Averages 4-5 weeks | Type: Paper

Etsy Bread and Jam invitations

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Another great option for the couple seeking an out-of-the-ordinary invitation, these are truly a work of art. They’re hand-painted on cotton rag paper and can be customized with an illustration of your wedding venue, the destination, or any other artwork you choose. The invitations come with matching cotton rag envelopes, though you can also contact the shop owner to add wax seals, ribbons, or other elements.

Production Time: Averages 2-3 weeks | Type: Paper

Zazzle Wedding Invitations

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You can nab your wedding invitations on this digital design site, along with basically anything else you could dream of. From custom coffee mugs to leggings, it's perfect for couples who also want to find fun personalized wedding favors for the wedding celebrations and beyond.

The website makes it extremely easy to narrow things down by filtering according to various themes—think "modern," "destination," or "rustic and backyard," as well as a "budget" category for the cost-conscious. You can also filter by color and choose to see which invites are currently trending to streamline the search process. There are digital invitation options if you want to go paperless. Don’t miss other unique add-ons, such as beautifully designed envelopes and return labels.

Production Time: 4-7 business days for standard shipping; instant download for digital invites | Type: Paper and digital

Shutterfly The Wedding Shop invitations

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Yes, you can use this website to print your wedding photos, but did you know you can also design your invitations here? As you’d suspect, Shutterfly offers beautiful, photo-featured designs, but plenty of other choices across a wide range of styles exist. If you want to use a photo, a handy tool pops it into several different designs with just a few clicks, making it easy to compare and contrast.

Shutterfly is also unique in the various formats of invitations it offers. Sizes range from 3 by 5 inches to 6 by 8 inches and are available as flat, gate-fold, trifold, and even magnets. There’s even a way for the crafty couple to upload their own design. Be sure to watch for the site's frequent promos and discount codes.

Production Time: 5-7 business days for standard shipping | Type: Paper

Etsy Gegook invitations

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Talk about special—these acrylic invites will be unlike anything your guests have ever seen. The 5-by-7-inch acrylic pieces can be printed with various colors and designs, ranging from floral to geometric. You can also add on RSVP and accommodation cards printed on cardstock and choose from envelopes in a rainbow of different colors and metallics.

Remember that due to their size and weight, the acrylic invites will require additional postage. Also worth noting: The cost per invite decreases when the total quantity increases.

Production Time: 1-3 weeks | Type: Acrylic and paper

Greenvelope Wedding Invitations

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If sustainability and zero waste are a priority in your wedding planning process, this site is a must-visit. Online e-vites have never felt more chic or special. With over 400 designs offered and created by independent artists, these easily rival any printed invitation. Also, all kinds of convenient features will make your life much easier. Think of guest messaging (including a guest-tagging tool that lets you filter out certain people, such as just the wedding party), auto-reminders for guests, and survey questions (like "chicken or beef?").

This brand is also all about giving back, donating a percentage of every sale to Mountains to Sound, a nonprofit organization that maintains forests. Fun fact: Greenvelope users have saved over 990,000 pounds of paper, and the brand has planted 26,000 trees.

Production Time: Instant download | Type: Digital

Vistaprint Wedding Shop invitations

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Believe it or not, this isn’t just a place to buy your business cards. It’s become a go-to for graphic designers seeking out high-quality printing. In other words, you can feel confident knowing your invitations will be gorgeous. The site also offers graphic design services, where a pro can help you create a custom invite or an entire wedding stationery suite. One of our favorite features? The "shop by wedding timeline" option helps you figure out exactly what you need (and when you should buy it) during every step of the planning process.

Production Time: 8 business days for standard shipping | Type: Paper

Mixbook Wedding Invitations

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What started as the go-to spot for all kinds of photo projects naturally evolved into a destination for wedding invites. The custom templates are great if you want to include a photo of you and your spouse-to-be, though there are plenty of photo-free designs. This site offers a free wedding sample kit with options for different paper stock, card shapes, fonts, and more.

And guess what? Mixbook comes with a 50 percent discount for a wedding stationery order. It's also a great source for invites for all kinds of other wedding-related events, like the rehearsal dinner, bridal shower, and bachelor or bachelorette parties. Procrastinators, rejoice, as orders tend to ship incredibly fast from Mixbook, and you will often receive your cards within a week with express shipping.

Production Time: 5-6 business days with express shipping | Type: Paper

Paper Source Wedding Invitations

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Given that this is one of our favorite places to purchase anything paper-related, from beautiful cards to luxurious notebooks, it’s no surprise that Paper Source is a top pick for wedding invites. The digital site offers the same quality, variety, and level of service you’ll find at the brand’s brick-and-mortar stores, all from the comfort of your home.

The online invitation design studio lets you customize to your heart’s content, choosing from all kinds of options, including unique choices from designers like Monique Lhuillier and Neil Lane. Be sure to take advantage of the site's wedding consultants, who can offer helpful advice and spot-check your customization, as well as the all-in-one wedding guide filled with inspiration if you’re unsure where to start.

Production Time: 1-3 days processing, plus 3-5 days standard shipping | Type: Paper

Etsy CZ Invitations

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These modern invitations are printed on luminous, translucent vellum and accented with delicate floral motifs. The effect is reminiscent of hand-pressed flowers, perfect for a rustic or garden wedding.

The price of the set includes the invitation, envelope, reply card, reply envelope, a details insert, and a belly band on the same paper. The artisan will assemble it all for you if you prefer, making it a major win for anyone short on time. We also appreciate that the shop offers unlimited proofs and text changes.

Production Time: 7-14 days | Type: Vellum

Amazon Handmade Pixel Impressions

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Chances are, you already buy pretty much everything else on Amazon, so why not add wedding invitations to your cart? In true Amazon fashion, these invites offer a great bang for your buck and ship extremely quickly, usually in two to three days. The pretty floral cards are printed on smooth, white cardstock and come with coordinating envelopes. All you have to do is customize your details. They come in sets of 10, so just up the quantity as needed, and don’t forget that you can add the return address onto the back of each envelope, saving you time when it comes to the invite stuffing and prepping process.

Production Time: 2-3 days | Type: Paper

Papier Wedding Invitations

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If you're looking for wedding invitations with a nature-inspired or boho vibe, then you'll love the selection at Papier. It features a wide selection of designs you can filter by style, season, or foiling (gold, rose gold, or no foiling). It also has beautiful designs from brands like Temperley London and Emma Block. You can also pick up coordinating info cards and RSVP cards to check off your to-do list.

The site offers free samples, fast express shipping, and a guarantee called "The Papier Promise"—which means if you aren't pleased with your order, the company will make it right.

Production Time: 2-3 days processing; 1-7 business days shipping | Type: Paper

Sugar Paper Custom Letterpress Wedding Invitations

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For couples seeking custom invitations in a timeless letterpress style, Sugar Paper is the ultimate destination. Choose from over 15 beautiful designs or collaborate with the in-house design team to create something unique. Personalize your invitations with your favorite colors, type styles, envelope liners, and more. Each piece is printed on extra-thick paper and fed through an antique letterpress to create a high-quality, one-of-a-kind product.

The minimum order is 50 pieces, and orders are shipped approximately four weeks after final proof approval.

Production Time: 4 weeks | Type: Paper

Smythson Wedding Invitations

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Smythson has been crafting high-quality stationery and luxury goods since 1887. Its engraved wedding invitations are fully customizable, offering a choice of elegant borders, motifs, and designs such as gilt edging and platemarks. Available in landscape, portrait, or square formats, each invitation is paired with watermarked envelopes for a sophisticated touch. Invitations are printed by hand in England and are available in multiples of 50. 

Production Time: 7 days | Type: Paper

Crane Stationery Wedding Invitations

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If you're looking for a wide selection of wedding invitations, Crane has over 60 designs to choose from. You can customize your invitations with a variety of styles, fonts, and ink colors. Crane also offers coordinating table cards, place cards, wedding programs, thank-you notes, and more. Whether your theme is classic, contemporary, romantic, or coastal, Crane’s expansive collection has something for every couple’s style.

Production Time: 14-35 business days | Type: Paper

Simply to Impress allows you to easily create an affordable, customized wedding invitation. You can filter your search by wedding theme (formal, rustic, destination, and more) or season (summer, spring, or winter). You can also choose the shape of the card, the color of the font, the number of photos, and even foil lettering options. This user-friendly website offers fast shipping (two to three business days), along with a satisfaction guarantee. 

Production Time: 2 business days | Type: Paper

Paper Studio By C Mr and Mrs Wedding Invitations

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If you are looking for a rustic wedding invitation to match your country or farm wedding, this is a perfect choice. This invitation includes the customizable invitation on ivory cardstock, with a natural burlap band and twine, along with the laser-cut wooden letters. You can choose from "Mr. & Mrs." or "Mr. & Mr." or "Mrs. & Mrs.” It also includes an RSVP card in ivory cardstock. 

Production Time: 9-12 business days | Type: Paper

Paper Culture Paris Connection Wedding Invitation

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Not only does Paper Culture have a wide variety of gorgeous wedding invitations to choose from, but they also offer free wedding designer assistance to walk you through the process. They will help you with layout, colors, themes, wording, and more. You will love the luxe paper choices, along with the free recipient and return address printing.

Production Time: 3-5 business days | Type: Paper

What to Look for in Websites for Wedding Invitations

  • Theme and Style: When it comes to the invitation design, think about your overall wedding vibe and color palette. Even if you're still in the early stages of wedding planning, it's still a nice idea to give general hints of the event to come in the invite. Since you'll have your venue booked when you send out the invites, let it be an inspiration. For example, a wedding that's being held in a rustic barn setting could feature an invite with wildflowers and distressed wood textures. Conversely, an invitation to a city loft wedding might have a modern font and minimal design.
  • Customization: It's also okay to go with the invite you both love. Regardless of where you're getting married, the most important thing to remember is to include all the necessary information legibly and clearly. Luckily, many online invitation sites will walk you through the design process, so it's a streamlined, user-friendly experience.
  • Price: Consider your budget, especially if you have a large wedding. With many cards averaging $2 or $3 per card, if you send out 300 invitations...that can add up. Lower-cost sites and digital services can help you save if you're on a tight budget.
  • Production Time and Shipping Speed: You must take note of how long the invitations will take to both produce and ship to you. If you are short on time, consider those that have templates you can download and print yourself, or consider digital wedding invitations.

FAQ

  • Cohen recommends sending invitations out no less than two to three months before the wedding. Save-the-dates should be sent six to eight months in advance, and destination wedding details can be sent out up to a year in advance.

  • Many websites for wedding invitations will offer wording help. The first line usually introduces who is hosting the wedding (the parents or the couple); the next line is about how you are inviting them. "For a formal wedding where the ceremony will be held in a place of worship, you would generally say 'request the honor of your presence,'" says Cohen.

  • It is perfectly acceptable to send online wedding invitations. They're eco-friendly, affordable, and can be a real timesaver. It is also easy to keep track of RSVPs. Many websites for wedding invitations allow you to customize your cards to include your colors and theme.

Why Trust BRIDES

BRIDES contributor Melanie Rud has nearly 15 years of journalism experience covering the beauty and lifestyle space for some of the biggest magazines and websites out there. She’s also a recent bride who sourced her wedding invitations on Minted.

  • Katie Fischer Cohen is a graphic designer based in New York City. Her team at Katie Fischer Design specializes in bespoke invitations and paper goods for weddings, as well as corporate and private events.
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