The timing of all the invitations can get confusing: When do we send the invites? What comes first the bridal shower or wedding invites? When do we send out a save-the-date?
So here is some basic information to follow before placing a stamp on that envelope:
-Save-the-dates should go out between the 6-9 month period.
-Invitations should be ordered 6 months before the wedding. It does take time to create and produce the invitations, so plan ahead!
-The reply cut-off date for the wedding should be at least two weeks before the actual date. I would even suggest before that! You will always have those that will forget and will call after the RSVP date. Usually the reception site will need to know the final count one week beforehand. I would plan to have the RSVP date 3-4 weeks before.
-The send date for invites should be 6-8 weeks before the RSVP date for in-state guests and 10-12 weeks for those who are out of state.
-If you are having a bridal shower, be sure to send those invitations before the actual wedding invites. Guests may get confused or feel overwhelmed by the events. Remember that most guests will bring a gift to the bridal shower and the wedding - make sure to respect that and have time in between the events.
Simply Stating...don't rush the delivery, stay grounded and mail on time!
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