Top Tips for Sending Wedding Invitations

Getting ready to send out your wedding invitations? Follow my top tips.

1. Make sure the invitation contains the key elements - who’s invited, the date, time, address and RSVP details.

2. Consider including an RSVP card. It makes it easy for your guests to respond which, in turn, makes it easy for you to stay organised! If you’re feeling super helpful you could even include a stamp.

3. Enclose a sheet with useful information. This should certainly feature a listing of local accommodation - from luxury hotels to inexpensive B&B’s, but you could also include details of local public transport and your gift list. If guests are travelling a distance you might like to tell them about local attractions, and you should certainly let them know if there are any restrictions such as no stiletto heels allowed, or whether they need cash to pay for drinks.

4. Be sure to give guests the opportunity to let you know of any dietary requirements. You should always cater for people who have allergies or don’t eat meat. You don’t however need to cater for guests who are attempting to lose weight!

5. If you’re getting married over a bank holiday or tying the knot abroad, you might consider giving your guests plenty of notice by sending a ‘save the date’ card. Just be sure to finalise your guest list before sending them out. Anyone receiving a save the date will be justified in expecting an invitation.

6. If you’ve decided not to invite children, make it clear. Guests shouldn’t be offended but, if it’s not obvious, some will assume their children are invited.

7. Write your envelopes by hand - it looks more personal. Also, remember to get your precious invitations in the post 8-12 weeks before the big day.

For advice on what wording you should use in your wedding invitations take a look at this Wedding Invitation Wording article.

Article by Wedding Consultant Kate Smallwood

Image Courtesy of Wedding Stationery Company Two by Two Weddings

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