The Best Beach Wedding Invitations You Can Order Online, Starting at Under $1

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The beach boasts a stunning backdrop for weddings and also provides a fun opportunity to play with nature in your event details, starting with your wedding invitations. Whether you’re getting married in a coastal town or with your toes in the sand, beach wedding invitations help set the tone for your big day. As one of the most popular wedding destinations, there is no shortage of beach wedding invitations out there—many of which you can completely customize online through vendors like VistaPrint, Etsy, Minted, and Papier, without forking over thousands to a designer. 

Best Beach Wedding Invitations at a Glance 

• Best Striped Wedding Invitation: VistaPrint Striped Invitation, $0.82 (was $1.64)
• Best Trendy Wedding Invitation: VistaPrint Shell Invitation, $0.82 (was $1.64)
• Best Invitation Suite: Champagne Towers Italy Beach Wedding Invitation Suite, $19
• Best Illustrated Wedding Invitation: Paper Party Studios Watercolor Nautical Seashell Printable Wedding Invitation Bundle, $40
• Best Retro Wedding Invitation: Tropical Retro Wedding Invitation Suite, $16
• Best Minimalist Wedding Invitation: Papier Minimis, $48+
• Best Ocean-Inspired Wedding Invitation: Summer Blue Ocean Beach Wedding Invitation, $1.50 (was $2)
• Best Ombre Wedding Invitation: Minted Old Post Road, $90+

What to Look for in Beach Wedding Invitations

Beach wedding invitations come in a full range of styles, so whether you prefer more traditional and elegant wedding stationery or want something fun and trendy, you have tons of options to choose from. “Think about designs that reflect the natural beauty of the beach without becoming overly literal,” says Jamila Musayeva, an internationally certified etiquette consultant with wedding and stationery expertise. She recommends looking for designs with soft, flowing elements like watercolor waves, seashell illustrations, or even a sandy texture to evoke that beach wedding feel. “Use muted tones like soft blues, greens, or sandy beige for a peaceful feel,” she adds. And, if the wedding has more of a tropical thing, you can also add in beachy botanicals such as palm leaves or hibiscus flowers.

With that said, Musayeva says it is possible to overdo the beachy vibes and, since the invitation sets the tone for the event, it’s best to avoid overly cartoonish designs or excessive beach symbols such as flip-flops and sunglasses, which “can shift the tone from refined to playful.” Instead, she recommends focusing on subtlety and balance. “A tasteful hint of the beach, like a seashell embossed in gold or a wave pattern on the envelope liner, can keep things elegant while still being on theme,” she notes. “Think of it as creating a nod to the beach rather than turning the invite into a postcard.” 

If you’re not sure where to start or want some inspiration to get those creative juices flowing, we scoured the internet for the best beach wedding invitations. From minimalist and refined to kitschy and trendy, here are our top picks. 

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The Best Beach Wedding Invitations You Can Customize Online