Every love story is one-of-a-kind, and your wedding invitations should be too. At Shutterfly, you can design invitations that bring together your style, your journey, and the vision for your big day. From featuring photos to choosing design details like colors, fonts, and layouts, every element can be customized to create wedding invitations that fit your celebration and set the tone for your big day.
No matter your wedding theme, Shutterfly makes it easy to browse curated invitation styles designed to help you narrow in on the look you want. From timeless to trend-forward designs, each wedding invite template can be personalized with your colors, fonts, and photos, helping you set the tone for your big day from the start.
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Personalizing your wedding invitation designs with Shutterfly is easy, with plenty of ways to fine-tune every detail. From uploading photos to choosing paper, trim, and finishing details, you can customize every element to match your style and wedding aesthetic:
Wedding invitations at Shutterfly start as low as $1.37 per card for standard designs, with prices varying based on card style, format, trim, paper type, and premium finishes like foil or glitter. The cost per invitation decreases when you order larger quantities, making it easy to stay within your budget whether you’re sending a few invites or hundreds. Choosing standard cardstock, flat formats, and simple trims can also help keep costs down, while still creating beautiful, personalized invitations for your big day.
When should I mail my wedding invitations?
Send your invitations 6–8 weeks before the wedding. For destination weddings or when many guests will be traveling, plan for 3 months in advance. This gives guests enough time to make travel arrangements and RSVP. Learn more with our guides: When to Send Wedding Invitations & Wedding Invitation Etiquette for 2026.
How do I choose a wedding invitation?
Choosing the best wedding invitation starts with your wedding style and the details you want to highlight. With Shutterfly, you can explore curated designs and customize your invitation with your colors, fonts, photos, and wording to reflect your celebration. Consider your venue, season, and level of formality to narrow in on a design that feels right for your day. For more guidance, check out our guide on How to Choose the Right Wedding Invitation Style to find a look you’ll love.
Can I add photos to my wedding invitations?
Yes. Many Shutterfly designs allow you to upload a favorite image and create photo wedding invitations that showcase a special moment from your relationship. Depending on the template, photos can be featured prominently or used more subtly alongside your wedding details.
What should wedding invitations say?
Include the couple’s names, wedding date, time, and venue. You can also add optional details like dress code or a wedding website. For guidance on wording, check our Wedding Invitation Wording Guide.
Can I include registry information on my wedding invitations?
Traditionally, registry details aren’t included directly on invitations. Instead, list your wedding website on an enclosure card, where guests can find registry links, travel info, and accommodation suggestions.
Do I need to include RSVP cards?
RSVP cards help ensure timely responses and accurate guest counts. You can also allow online RSVPs via your wedding website.
Are envelopes included with wedding invitations?
Yes. Wedding invitations from Shutterfly include envelopes, and you can choose a slip-in liner with a pattern or complementary color to complete your design. You also have the option to upgrade to custom envelopes that coordinate with your invitation, including pre-lined styles. When you choose custom envelopes, Shutterfly will print your recipient addresses for free—saving time while keeping everything polished and consistent.
How many wedding invitations should I order?
When you order wedding invitations online, remember that you typically need one invitation per household, not per guest. It's a good idea to order 10-15% more than your guest list to account for any last-minute additions or to keep as mementos. This extra buffer also ensures you have spare invites in case of any addressing mistakes.
How can I make affordable wedding invitations?
To keep costs down, choose Standard Smooth Cardstock paper, and stick with flat cards and square trims. Skipping premium finishes like foil or glitter and opting for basic envelopes can also help you stay within budget without sacrificing style.
What's the difference between save the dates and wedding invitations?
Save the dates let your guests know the date and location of your wedding well in advance. Invitations, sent closer to the wedding, include detailed information like time, venue, and RSVP instructions. For more details, check out our guide on Save the Dates vs Invitations.
How do I address wedding invitations?
Address envelopes formally using full names and titles (Mr., Mrs., Dr., etc.). Couples get one invitation addressed to both partners, while families are addressed as one unit. If you’re unsure, our guide on How to Address Wedding Invitations can help you format them correctly.
Do I include last names on the invitations?
Yes, it’s common to include both first and last names of the couple. For couples with shared or hyphenated last names, list both clearly.
Does the man or woman’s name go first?
Traditionally, the woman’s name comes first, but it’s perfectly fine to follow your own preference. Your invitation should reflect what feels right for you.
Does Shutterfly offer coordinating wedding invitation suites?
Yes! Many Shutterfly invitation designs come with matching RSVP cards, details cards, wedding thank you cards, and other stationery so you can create a cohesive wedding invitation suite for your wedding. You can also explore wedding party invitations for engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, bachelorette parties, and more
