The short version
- Zola sends 5 free customizable samples of save the dates or invitations, with free shipping.
- Shutterfly prints 5 personalized samples free with code 5FREEWEDS (some card styles excluded).
- VistaPrint sends a free 11-piece stationery kit in the US and Canada, with a discount code inside.
- Ordering samples first lets you check paper, colour and print quality before you buy 100 invitations.
Invitations look different in your hand than on a screen. Free wedding invitation samples let you feel the paper, check the colours and proofread the layout before you order the full set. Here's where to get them in 2026.
Zola: 5 free customized samples
Heart the designs you like, then choose up to five from your Favorites to customize and sample. Shipping is free. Letterpress designs can't be sampled.
Shutterfly: 5 free personalized samples
Personalize up to five invitation designs with your names, date and venue, then use code 5FREEWEDS at checkout for free samples and shipping. Foil-stamped, gatefold and glitter cards aren't included, and you'll need a card on file to create an account.
VistaPrint: a free 11-piece kit
VistaPrint's kit covers the whole suite: invitations with envelopes, a save the date, RSVP card, place card, menu, thank you card and more. You can't pick the pieces, but it's a good feel for paper and print quality, and it includes a discount code for your order. It ships free in the US and Canada.
Free swatches to match your colours
Once you know your stationery colours, match the rest of the wedding with free fabric swatches.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I get free wedding invitation samples?
Yes. Zola sends five free customized samples with free shipping, Shutterfly prints five personalized samples free with code 5FREEWEDS, and VistaPrint sends a free 11-piece kit in the US and Canada.
Are Zola invitation samples free?
Yes. You can choose up to five save the date or invitation designs from your Favorites to sample, and shipping is free. Letterpress designs can't be sampled.
Why order invitation samples?
Samples show the real paper, colours and print quality, and they're the best chance to catch typos before you order the full set.
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