I know it's the holiday season and unless you have a wedding in the next few months, you probably aren't even thinking about invitations. However, more couples get engaged at Christmas than any other time of the year. So I know there are lots of upcoming brides reading the blog. I get lots of questions about Save the Date cards. Who should send them? When should I send them? So, here's my take on Save the Date:
Couples planning to get married on a holiday weekend or planning a destination wedding should send Save the Date cards. If you don't fall into that category, you can still send them, but it's not required for proper wedding etiquette. It's a fun way to announce your engagement and show off your engagement photos though!
The whole premise of Save the Date is to give your wedding guests time to plan their schedule. They may need to make travel plans if you are planning a destination wedding. Airline tickets and hotel offer discounts the farther out you plan. Or, your holiday wedding may completely change a guest's plans for that holiday. Give them a heads up in advance.
Save the Date cards are generally mailed six months to a year in advance of the wedding. Again following etiquette toward your guests. Finalize your guest list first! Everyone who receives a save the date notice should also receive an invitation.
Basically the Save the Date card is just a short announcement of your wedding plans. You can make them fun. They can be personalized to your wedding theme, or show off your unique personalities. Include your names, wedding date, city you plan where you plan to marry and "Invitation to Follow". If you have a wedding website where you are posting your wedding plans, include the link. And, if you know some of the travel plans in advance, give your guests those details.
Mauldin Photography offers a full line of Save the Date cards with many styles and colors to choose from. So, when he pops the question on Christmas Day - call 870.219.6504 and lets schedule your engagement session! - Cheryl
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