A first impression your guests
will remember
letterpress save the date cards
This is how you set the stage for everything that follows.
Your save the date card is the first piece your guests will hold in their hands. It quietly sets expectations before the invitation arrives, before the details are finalized, before the day itself.
You want it to feel right. Not trendy or overdone. Not generic or forgettable. Just thoughtful, polished, and true to your style.
Letterpress save the date cards start at $750 for 100 with envelopes and guest addressing. Inquire or visit the shop for personalized pricing.
Banter & Charm creates letterpress save the date cards through a guided, structured process designed to make decisions feel easy.
Whether you choose a streamlined process through the Studio Edition or a custom approach, you’re not starting from scratch. And you’re never left wondering how it all comes together.
Thoughtfully designed from the start.
the beginning of your cohesive paper story.
Build a cohesive suite
Each save the date is part of a complete collection, so everything from invitations to day of paper feels aligned from the start.
With flexible layouts across each collection, you don’t have to compromise your favorite design to make your photo fit.
Stay organized and prepared
Know exactly what to send, when to mail it, and how it fits with your wedding invitation timeline.
Designs that work for your wedding
How it works
process & timeline
Save the dates are typically mailed 9+ months before your wedding, which means starting earlier than you might expect.
Pick your path
Shop the Studio Edition for a faster, streamlined experience. For custom designs, inquire about Made-to-Measure.
Wording & details
Once you’re booked, you’ll receive a questionnaire to share your design details.
Proofing
3-5 business days
for first proof
Review digital proofs of your order. Three rounds are included, and nothing prints until you approve.
Production
2-4+ weeks for printing
After final approval, your order is printed, checked for quality and finished in-house.
Delivery
1-5 days with ground shipping
Your finished save the date ships right to your door, ready to mail.
Choose
your path
Shop the Studio Edition for a faster, streamlined experience. For custom designs, inquire about Made-to-Measure.
Wording & details
Once you’re booked, you’ll receive a questionnaire to share your design details.
Proofing
Review digital proofs of your order. Three rounds are included, and nothing prints until you approve.
3-5 business days for first proof
Production
After final approval, your order is printed, checked for quality, and finished in-house.
2-4+ weeks for printing
Delivery
Your finished save the date ships right to your door, ready to mail (with tips included).
Mailing services available.
1-5 days with
ground shipping
Ready to get started?
A semi-custom collection with curated customization and streamlined order process.
Made-to-Measure offers a guided custom experience with greater flexibility.
Set the stage without stealing the spotlight.
A first look that leads seamlessly into your invitation suite.
Every save the date is designed as part of a complete stationery collection, so it aligns with your invitations without overpowering them.
You can customize details like layout, typography, and decorative elements, creating something that feels personal without overcomplicating the design.
Classic
Save the date cards
Classic letterpress save the date cards offer a traditional, type-driven approach where thoughtful layout and fine printing take center stage.
Available in letterpress, foil, or flat printing.
photo save the dates
These photo save the dates offer a balanced layout where your engagement photo and typography are thoughtfully paired. A side-by-side layout keeps the focus on your photo while maintaining a clean, structured design.
Available in letterpress or foil with a mounted photo or flat printing.
Full Photo
Save the dates
Full bleed photo wedding save the dates create a striking first impression, allowing your image to take center stage across the entire design. The layouts are flexible to accommodate landscape or portrait orientation photos. Colors and placement will be adjusted to best suit your photo.
Available flat printing; with the option to add to spot foil stamp or letterpress.
Printed Backers
Printed backers allow you to extend your design beyond the front of the card. The layouts allow you to share helpful information without overcomplicating the front of the card.
share all the details without adding clutter.
Highlight your venue with a custom illustration or include a monogram.
Share additional wedding details.
Printed backers are included with all flat print orders. Please upgrade to double thick paper for orders in letterpress or foil stamp.
Add a photo or pattern.
Include a venue illustration or monogram.
Share more wedding details.
Finishing Touches
Small details make a noticeable difference. Envelope liners, wax seals, and die-cut shapes add dimension and polish. An easy way to make your save the dates feel more considered and complete, without complicating the design.
The details that make your stationery memorable.
Add color or continue your design on the inside of the envelope with a liner.
Think beyond square edges and use a die cut shape to elevate the look.
A wax seal adds dimension and texture.
Add color or continue your design on the inside of the envelope with a liner.
Think beyond square edges and use a die cut shape to elevate the look.
- alex and taylor
“The finished result is better than I could have imagined and I’ve already received so many compliments.”
The save the date was our guests’ first impression of our wedding & I am so glad I went with Banter & Charm to get everyone excited for our big day!
Most couples send them 9-10 months before the wedding, or up to a year in advance for destination weddings. That gives your guests plenty of time to plan and book travel.
When should I send my save the dates?
Not at all, but many brides like the coordinated look. Banter & Charm’s wedding collections and Styling Guides make it easy to carry a consistent feel from your save the dates all the way through to your wedding day stationery.
Do my save the dates and invitations have to match?
Yes! You can choose a photo-based layout, a non-photo design, or even a mix of the two. If you’d rather highlight a monogram, venue sketch, or other artwork, we’ll build your save the dates around that instead.
Can I include a photo?
Keep it simple: your names, wedding date, location, and “formal invitation to follow.” You can also include your wedding website if you’d like guests to have travel or hotel info early.
What information goes on a save the date?
Save the dates with photos are offered in flat printing, with the option to add letterpress or foil. Choose flat printing, letterpress, foil, or a combination of styles for non-photo cards.
What printing options are available?
They’re optional! I do recommend them for destination weddings or weddings on a holiday weekend. A save the date is your guests’ first glimpse of the celebration to come, and it sets the tone right from the start.