When it comes to planning your dream wedding, the moment you send out those invitations is bound to give you goosebumps. It marks the transition from a world of private excitement shared with your partner to a celebration that includes all your cherished guests!
Wedding invitations might seem like a small detail amidst all the wedding planning, but they hold immense significance. They are the very first point of contact you have with your guests and set the tone for your entire wedding experience, whether it's a formal church ceremony or a cozy backyard gathering.
More than just pretty cards, your wedding invitations contain crucial information that ensures your guests arrive on time, at the right location, and fully prepared to celebrate with you!
Before you start putting pen to paper, take a moment to delve into the world of wedding invitation etiquette. Our helpful tips below will guide you in creating the perfect invitations that encapsulate the essence of your dream day! Let's dive in!
How to choose wedding invitations?
Wedding invitations are the first impression your guests will be getting about your wedding, so never send them out without thinking. You should consider quite a lot when designing a wedding invitation, such as your wedding theme, wedding color, the season you want to get married and you can also get inspired by the venue.
What information should be included in a wedding invitation?
Always bear in mind the purpose of your wedding invitation is to offer all the information needed for your guests to know, so please make sure all the details are included. All invitations should include the following elements: Who’s holding; The request to come to the wedding; The names of the couple; The date and the time; The location; The reception information; Dress code; Separate RSVP card and accommodation information(optional). With all the information, your guests will know exactly what they should be expecting for your big day.
How long before a wedding should you send invitations?
Now you finally finish crafting your wedding invitations (and ensuring a flawless spell-check!), the next step is to send them out to your eagerly anticipated guests. However, the question arises: When is the ideal time to send them out?
The timing of your wedding invitations is of paramount importance, ensuring your guests have enough notice to make any essential travel or child-minding arrangements before the big day. Additionally, it allows you sufficient time to track and manage RSVPs with ease.
Generally speaking, invitations are recommended to be sent to your guests six to eight weeks in advance of your wedding. If you are holding a destination wedding, make sure give your guests enough time to do additional arrangements like the flights and accommodation. In this case, send your invitations out about three months in advance of your wedding will give a time cushion for your guests.
Sending the invitations out marks the official countdown for your big day and it’s definitely exciting for both you and your guests. Now just embrace the excitement and wait for the once-in-a-life-event to come.