Examples of save the dates
What do you write on Save the dates?
Here are the important things to include on your save the date cards:
- The names of the happy couple.
- The wedding date.
- Town, city, region or country where the wedding will take place.
- Let people know that your invitations will follow.
What message to send with save-the-date?
It should be obvious from your card design, but let your guests know that you’re getting married! Keep it simple with “Save the date” or something sweet like “We set a date” or “We’ve found the perfect date!”
Is it OK to handwrite save-the-date envelopes?
Etiquette & Tradition
Traditionalists will argue that hand addressed envelopes follow proper wedding protocol and etiquette. The key take away though is that addresses that are handwritten are thought to be more personal for such a special invitation.
Which name goes first on Save the dates?
the bride’s name
It’s traditional to list the bride’s name first; for same-sex couples, consider alphabetizing. The wedding location. You’ve likely booked the venue at this point, but don’t include the address just yet. City and state are all that’s needed for now.
How far in advance should save the dates go out?
8 to 12 months
As a general rule, it’s best to send Save the Dates 8 to 12 months prior to your wedding (send them earlier for a destination or holiday weekend). Given enough notice, you may be surprised by the distance that family and friends will come from to be able to attend!
Do you put plus one on save the dates?
When to include a plus-one on the save the date: Married, engaged, and cohabitating guests should get a plus-one. Give your wedding-party members a plus-one. Guests who have been with their partner for so long that it’d be awkward not to invite them.
Do you include guest on save the date?
To a married couple with children, include the first names of the children on the second line underneath the parents. Save the Date with a plus one, use the title Mr. or Ms. with the last name of the primary guest and write “and guest.”
Do you RSVP to save the date?
Unlike invitations, there’s no need to include RSVP cards with your Save the Dates. Guests aren’t expected to respond until they receive the invitation, although some may. DO add your wedding hashtag and wedding website.
Do you write and guest on Save the dates?
To a married couple with children, include the first names of the children on the second line underneath the parents. Save the Date with a plus one, use the title Mr. or Ms. with the last name of the primary guest and write “and guest.”
What do you write on a save the date for a destination wedding?
Your save the date should include your names, wedding date, the location of the celebration and your wedding website. This gives your guests plenty of information without overwhelming the card.
Do you put RSVP on Save the dates?
Unlike invitations, there’s no need to include RSVP cards with your Save the Dates. Guests aren’t expected to respond until they receive the invitation, although some may. DO add your wedding hashtag and wedding website.
What do you say on the back of a save the date?
“No matter the style of save-the-date, couples should always put ‘invitation to follow‘ on the card so that guests know the invitation is coming and this mailing is not missing the additional information,” Weiss says. This will get guests excited about the festivities to come without any potential confusion.
Do save the dates need to match invitations?
Save-the-dates are much less formal than your wedding invitations and definitely don’t have to match them or your theme. This is your opportunity to let your personality as a couple really shine, or try out a wedding style or theme you love but are hesitant to commit to just yet.
Do you ask bridesmaids before save the dates?
Great question. As a rule of thumb, you should ask bridesmaids to be in your wedding 1 year to 8 months ahead of the date. If you are getting married in one year, you’re perfectly on time to ask your bridal party either now or just a few months from now.
Do you put location on save-the-dates?
Your Location
As a general rule, your Save the date should include just the city and state (and country if applicable) that your wedding will be held. Unless the venue is important for accommodation purposes, reveal your venue details on your Invitations.
How do you announce save-the-dates?
For your save the date wording, include the date and location of your wedding, the names of the happy couple, and the fact that a formal invitation will follow. There are no rules about what else to include on your save the date note.
Does the groom’s name go first?
Generally, Western cultures dictate that the bride’s name appears before the groom’s, conforming to the etiquette of “Ladies first”.
Who gets a save-the-date?
Who should receive one? Save-the-date notifications should only be sent to those who you’re planning on inviting to the wedding. Once they’re in the mail, there’s no turning back, so be sure you’ve compiled an accurate guest list before sending them off.
What does RSVP stand for?
How much are Save the dates?
$150
The average amount couples spend on save-the-date cards is $150, but the actual number depends on a wide variety of factors such as style, number of guests, and even geographic location.
Why do people send out save-the-dates?
Save-the-dates essentially alert guests that they are going to be invited to your wedding in the coming months, along with sharing basic date and location information. Couples typically send out save-the-dates a few months after they’ve gotten engaged and have decided on a wedding date and venue.