Save the Dates

Save the Dates are a perfect way to give guests a preliminary heads up and provide more details about your event. Some basic guidelines for sending Save the Dates:

Who needs them?

Suggested for:
Everyone. More and more brides are sending Save the Dates as they provide a fun opportunity to get the word out and foreshadow the style of your big event.

Required for:
Destination Wedding
Weddings including Out of Town Guests
Weddings taking place during a holiday or other peak time

When to send?

Aim to send save-the-date cards soon after you secure your date and venue, or about 6-9 months prior to your wedding.

What style should I use?

Save the Dates are fun. Since they are a relatively modern concept, no formal rules apply. You can find options that match your invitation, colors and theme. Or mix it up - use something whimsical or casual.

What should I include?

Save the Dates should be simple, providng a basic who, what, when.... Be sure to include:

* Names
* Date
* Location

You can also include:
* hotel accommodations
* directions
* any additional parties you might want guests to attend during the wedding weekend