11 Unforgettable Save the Date Ideas

There are your bog-standard save the date cards, and then there are these beauties! All of these 11 unique ideas will guarantee that your guests take notice and get that date in their diaries. So whether it’s a stylish, quirky or environmentally friendly save the date idea that you’re after, there’s something here for you!

1. Celebrate a special place or the location of your wedding with these stunning cut-out save the date cards. They open up too so you can fill them with all that important, need-to-know info.

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2. Keep your date ‘fresh’ in your guests’ minds with these cute little tins of mints. Just look how adorable they are!

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3. These amazing cards have that delightful homemade look, but without any of the hard work. We think the calligraphy and the string look great together!

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4. Declare your love for music as well as each other with these vinyl-inspired save the date cards. They’re perfect for those planning on dancing the night away at their wedding.

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5. Ditch the corners and opt for these quirky round cards instead because, hey, that’s just how you roll. (Sorry, we couldn’t resist that pun.)

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6. In this age of technology do you really need to send a physical save the date card? Greenvelope doesn’t think so and has some amazing electronic save the date designs to choose from, like this beautiful and totally customisable floral example.

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7. Weddings are a great reason for a party, and parties mean balloons! This save the date balloon is the perfect way to announce your date and set the tone for a fun-filled wedding day.

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8. For the sci-fi fans or retro inspired couples amongst us, these quirky save the date cards need a pair of old school decoder glasses to be read. Perfect, as long as your guests can decipher the secret message!

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9. Why not take the humorous route with your cards and poke a bit of fun at yourselves in the process? These mathematical-themed save the dates are a great idea.

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10. Shed some light on your wedding date with these wonderful matchbox save the dates! They look great and will definitely strike a chord with your guests.

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11. Fancy really standing out from the crowd? Try starring in your own personal video save the date or wedding invitation. Your Video Invite specialise in creating a video story of how you came to be a couple and announce in style when you intend to tie the knot. Take a look how amazing they are!

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