Share Your Joy With These Save the Date Template Ideas

Planning your wedding is all about creating the perfect moment to share together. Every detail needs to feel just right — including your save the date template. 

In this guide, we’ll take you through everything you need to feature on your save the dates. Plus, we’ll share some wording ideas and a collection of our favorite save the date template designs to inspire you. 

What to Feature in Your Wedding Save the Date Template

Design: Ashley Ottinger

Not sure what to include as part of your save the date card template? Consider these essential details when designing and customizing your wedding save the date cards. 

Request to Save the Date

Most save the date cards or notes start off with a greeting that sets out exactly why you’re sending it — to request that the recipient saves the date for your special day. While most designs make this obvious, it’s still a good idea to include a few words so there’s no confusion.

It’s most common to write it out as “save the date” or “please save our date.” You could also opt for something like “please mark your calendar” or “hold the date.” Choose whichever wording suits you best as a couple, as well as being mindful of the formality of your celebration. 

The Happy Couple’s Details

It probably goes without saying, but we’ll mention it anyway: Be sure to include both of your names on your save the date template. 

Most couples list their first name and surname here, in whichever order they prefer. For a more casual vibe or an intimate micro wedding, you could simply use your first names. If you’re inviting distant relatives or people you haven’t seen in a while, including your full names is helpful for guests so they can make sure they spell your names correctly in their wedding cards. 

Proposed Wedding Date

It’s not a save the date without a date to save! List your proposed wedding date prominently so your guests can’t miss it. 

The format you choose for your date is entirely up to you. You could opt for numerals, the full date written out, or something in between. 

If you’re welcoming international guests who use a different date format, writing the date out in full can help avoid any confusion over which day and month your big day takes place on. For example, Saturday, July 9th is nice and simple to understand — whereas writing 7.9.22 could be confusing for any guests who are arriving from abroad.

Wedding Location

While some couples may already have a venue booked by the time they create a save the date template, you might not have a specific wedding location yet. It’s perfectly fine to only include the city, state, or area where the wedding will take place. 

Sharing the proposed wedding location on your save the dates can be a big help for out-of-town loved ones on your guest list, or if you’re hosting a destination wedding. This gives invitees plenty of time to get organized, book hotels, and arrange transport for your wedding day before your official wedding invitations come out. 

Optional Links

With your names, the date, and location of your wedding listed, you have all the basics covered. You can also feature a link on your digital design for more information — especially if you’re planning a big bash, something unusual, or if the event is happening soon. 

One of the most popular things to include on a save the date is a link to your wedding website. This is a great place to store updates and key details about your wedding, so your guests can bookmark it and check in over time. If you’re sharing your wedding planning journey on social media or a blog, you could also feature a link to this here so your loved ones can follow along. 

Simple Save the Date Templates to Inspire You

Design: National Park Foundation

You know what your save the date invitation template needs to include, but how do you put it all together? Here are some save the date wording ideas to inspire your own version — feel free to copy these and personalize them for your big day! 

Sweet and Casual

Keep it simple with these short yet snappy ways to share the joy that you’re about to get married. These casual save the date wedding templates communicate exactly what you need to in an upbeat, modern way. 

Please save our date

[Name] and [Name]

[Wedding Date]

[Wedding Location]

Invitation to follow

—

We’re getting married!

Save the date

[Wedding Date]

With love,

[Name] and [Name]

—

[Name and [Name]

Save the date

for our wedding on

[Wedding Date]

in the beautiful scenery of

[Wedding Location]

—

Save the date

[Wedding Date]

We can’t wait to see you! 

Love,

[Name] and [Name]

—

We hope you’ll

save the date

[Name] and [Name]

[Wedding Date]

Sophisticated and Formal

Sometimes a wedding day calls for something a little more formal or traditional. Let your guests know which date to hold with these sophisticated save the date templates. 

Please save the date

for the wedding of

[Name] and [Name]

[Wedding Date]

Formal invitation to follow

—

[Name] and [Name]

[Wedding Date]

[Wedding Location]

Formal invitation to follow

—

Kindly

save the date

for the wedding of

[Name] and [Name]

[Wedding Date]

Invitation to follow

—

Please mark your calendar

for the wedding celebration of

[Name] and [Name]

[Wedding Date]

[Wedding Location]

Formal invitation to follow

—

Kindly reserve

[Wedding Date]

for the wedding celebration of

[Name] and [Name]

Formal invitation and details to follow

Fun and Quirky

Want to have a little fun with your save the dates? Here are some more quirky ways to share the date of your wedding day with your close friends and loved ones.

Join us in the mountains

for an epic celebration

[Name] and [Name]

[Wedding Date]

Details to follow

—

We said yes! 

Save the date

for our big day

[Wedding Date]

[Wedding Location]

Love, 

[Name] and [Name]

—

Let the countdown begin!

[Name] and [Name]

[Wedding Date]

[Wedding Location]

—

Save the date for our next big adventure

[Name] and [Name]

invite you to join them on

[Wedding Date]

for their ceremony on the beach in

[Wedding Location]

—

[Name] and [Name]

are getting married!

Save the date for

[Wedding Date]

[Wedding Location]

so we can party in style

Our Favorite Save the Date Designs

Design: Snow + Ivy (photo courtesy of Julia Kinnunen Photography)

The best way to share the news about your date is with a gorgeous save the date template. Here are some of our favorite designs, featuring everything from watercolor greenery to minimalist monograms.

What’s great about these digital wedding save the dates is that you can match them with the rest of your wedding stationery. This way, your wedding invitations and RSVP cards all fit perfectly. Plus, they’re easy to customize the colors and text, so you can create a design that feels uniquely you.

Whimsical Watercolor Save the Date

Design: Signature Greenvelope

We love the soft illustrations on this whimsical watercolor save the date. The sweet design and gold touches make this design ideal for both relaxed backyard weddings and more sophisticated gatherings. 

Bold Brush Strokes Save the Date

Design: Bonjour Berry

The muted, elegant color options on this bold brush strokes save the date are gorgeous. The inky details and script font offer a bold and artful way to share the exciting news. 

Timeless Save the Date

Design: Jessica Williams (photo courtesy of Carina Skrobecki)

We’re a big fan of photo save the date cards, and this timeless save the date is perfect. There’s plenty of space for a lovely photo from your engagement shoot or a casual snap of the two of you. Plus, the elegant font makes this ideal for any wedding theme. 

Classic Calendar Save the Date

Design: Signature Greenvelope (photo courtesy of Patrick Nied)

This classic calendar save the date is a super fun way to share the news. This save the date template features a movable circle so you can show your guests exactly which date to mark off their calendar. 

Postmark Save the Date

Design: Little Words Design

If you’re looking for something laid back and minimalist, this postmark save the date is ideal. The soft colors and bold type combine to create a contemporary look, plus there’s space for a sweet snap of you on this photo card. 

Open Bar Save the Date

Design: Signature Greenvelope

Want something a little more quirky? This open bar save the date is perfect if you and your guests have a great sense of humor — or just love a drink! The simple design is complemented by a gorgeously patterned digital envelope for a fresh, modern look. 

Big News Save the Date

Design: 2birdstone (photos courtesy of Julia Kinnunen Photography)

If you need a design with plenty of space to share beautiful words about your wedding date, this big news save the date is a must-have. The fun newspaper design gives you room to talk about something special, alongside photos from your engagement party or family moments you treasure. 

Finishing Touch Save the Date

Design: Lissa Anglin

We love the delicate illustrations on this finishing touch save the date. This design features a cute, customizable wax seal and a pretty color palette that serves as the perfect backdrop for news about your big day. 

Send the Perfect Save the Dates

Creating your save the dates is as simple as confirming your wedding day details and sharing them with the people you love. Decide on your date, include a rough location if you can, and you’re ready to craft your save the date wording to invite your guests in style. Pair your beautiful words with a gorgeous save the date design, and you’re all set to soon create your online invitations!