Do You Need Save the Date Cards? Check These Out

Today we're going to do something a little different here on the blog.

I recently had a great experience with a company who specializes in custom invitations, and thought I might share, as I know many of you who read this blog are looking for amazing wedding vendors. Well, look no further -- here's one: Basic Invite.

Transparency is very important here, and so I want to say upfront that this is a sponsored post. Their work is awesome, so trust me, the coming praise is well-deserved.

​Here's the quick skinny: first off, Basic Invite's products, in-person, look identical to what's advertised on their website. That's a win right there!

Next, their prices for their save the date cards are affordable, the items ship quickly, and most importantly, the quality is there. A lot of people sometimes think that lower pricing means you have to compromise on quality. While this is sometimes the case, I'd say it's not true with Basic Invite.

Next, their options are very good. Not only do they offer the traditional “save the dates” an engaged couple generally uses, but they also offer highly-relevant “change the dates,” very important to have during this COVID world we’re living in.

I definitely think the paper they're using is good stock, and I'd absolutely use them for my own wedding invites, when the time comes for me and Ms. Win on Your Wedding Day.

Not only is the paper quality good, but the level of service is tip-top. Why do I say this?

Because they’re all about customization, and streamlining the process of both designing and ordering wedding invites. Just like they promise: the entire process is easy, and streamlined.


They automate the entire process, and make design super easy.

What follows is a bit of save the date flay-lay goodness, just to show how beautiful these invites will look when you do your engagement shoot, and use those photos to design your wedding invitations. Your friends and family will be blown away when they receive these.


Sheer Options for your Save the Dates

Did I mention they have hundreds of colors to choose from (only if you’re so inclined!)?

If you don’t believe me, just take a look at these… These were the samples I ordered:


  1. Simply Typographic Seal & Send Wedding Invitations

ABOVE: Online Proof version, pre-checkout.I customized these Save the Date cards with their Seal and Send trim, and their Smooth Coated option, for Paper Choice.

ABOVE: Online Proof version, pre-checkout.

I customized these Save the Date cards with their Seal and Send trim, and their Smooth Coated option, for Paper Choice.

Verdict: Looked identical in-person (10/10)

2. Radiant Garden Wedding Invitations

ABOVE: Online Proof version, pre-checkout.I customized these Save the Date cards with their Square trim, and their Premium Shimmer option, for Paper Choice

ABOVE: Online Proof version, pre-checkout.

I customized these Save the Date cards with their Square trim, and their Premium Shimmer option, for Paper Choice

Verdict: Looked identical in-person (10/10)

3. Radiant Garden Response Cards

ABOVE: Online Proof version, pre-checkout.I customized these Save the Date cards with their Square trim, and their Signature Matte option, for Paper Choice

ABOVE: Online Proof version, pre-checkout.

I customized these Save the Date cards with their Square trim, and their Signature Matte option, for Paper Choice

Verdict: Looked identical in-person (10/10)

4. Modern Polaroid Wedding Invitations

ABOVE: Online Proof version, pre-checkout.I customized these Save the Date cards with the Square trim, and their Signature Matte option, for Paper Choice

ABOVE: Online Proof version, pre-checkout.

I customized these Save the Date cards with the Square trim, and their Signature Matte option, for Paper Choice

I customized with the Square trim, and their Signature Matte option, for Paper Choice

I must say -- none of these samples disappointed!

So if you need save the date cards, or even change the dates, considering the times, this is definitely a company worth considering. The invites came out fantastic.

10/10!

​If you're looking to win on your wedding day with some awesome save the date cards, definitely give Basic Invite a shot!

About the Author

I’m Robert, a wedding photographer based in Charlotte, NC. I blog to share helpful wedding planning tips, document my couples’ sessions, and share a piece of me with you.

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