Are You Doing It All? Tips and Tricks for Sending Invitations Before Dropping Them in the Mail ♡

2018.09.03 published

Wedding Invitation Mailings Are Here!

A few months before the big day. The first major wedding preparation point as the wedding planning gets serious is the 〔sending out the invitations〕.

You’ve chosen invitations with great care in design. You can't wait to see the guests' reactions when they receive them! ♡

／Wait a moment!／ Have you tried this idea?

After preparing the necessary paper items and writing the addresses, it’s time to fold and send them out!

But before you proceed smoothly…

Did you know there are many cute and unique ways to arrange your invitations? ♡

This time, we’ll introduce some wonderful ideas you might want to do before sending out your invitations.

Brides who haven’t sent their invitations yet, please give it a try! ♩

@kiyono0225

Invitation Idea ① Decorative Paper

The first idea to introduce is decorative paper. Decorative paper is the paper that is visible when the envelope is opened.

This bride prepared a decorative paper printed with an illustration of a castle from the story of Rapunzel, along with the date of their wedding. ♡

@rapunzel__wd.mh

There's also the idea of stamping a wedding logo. This subtle touch is sophisticated and stylish. ♡

If you have a handy stamp, it’s much easier to prepare decorative paper and stick one on each envelope. ◎

@riingoo0324

Invitation Idea ② Unique Stamps

A little twist on the stamps placed on the envelopes or return postcards. ♡

You can create original stamps using pre-wedding photos or your wedding logo.

Guests will be surprised to see how much you’ve put thought into even the stamps! ♡

@maco__95

When using “bulk postage” for sending out more than 10 pieces of mail, it’s common to create an original mark to be printed as a substitute for stamps. ♡

@tuu.tomo_wd_0526

Invitation Idea ③ Star Shower

A fun idea is to include star-shaped confetti for a star shower inside the envelope. It’s so romantic to have stars fall out when the envelope is opened! ♡

In addition to the star shower, some people included confetti, flower petals, or bath petals from discount shops.

Invitation Idea ④ Message Card

Including a hand-written message card along with the invitation is likely to be the most appreciated by guests. ♡ Generally, invitations contain the same content, so guests wouldn’t expect a personal message addressed to them.

They will feel touched, thinking, “They truly care about inviting me.” ♡

They might even quickly write a response on the return postcard to send back! *

One bride even printed photos of memories with guests in a polaroid style and wrote messages in the margins.

Even though they’re just invited, they might get a bit emotional!

Although it takes time to prepare, it’s a great way to bridge the emotional distance with guests.

Invitation Idea ⑤ Scenting

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if a lovely scent wafted when you receive the invitation? ♡

Many brides abroad seem to scent their invitations before sending them out, and more people in Japan are starting to do the same.

You can infuse the scent by placing potpourri, sachets, or gauze soaked in perfume in a bag and storing it for a few days. ◎

Invitation Idea ⑥ After-Party Invitation

After the ceremony and reception comes the after-party! It’s recommended to enclose the invitation to the after-party with the invitation for guests who will be moving from the reception to the after-party. ♡

Not only does it increase excitement for the after-party, but it also helps guests know the day's schedule in advance, which is very convenient.

@kt_710wedding

Invitation Idea ⑦ For That Dream Person ♡

Lastly, here’s a fun idea about sending an invitation to Mickey and Minnie at Disneyland! If you submit an invitation to them, you might actually receive a reply...!

Brides who love Disney should make sure to prepare one extra invitation! ♡

@soramama_0128

Let’s Focus on the Invitation That Guests First Receive! ♡

We’ve shared some fun arrangement ideas you should know about before sending out your invitations.

Since the invitation is the first item guests will get, you want to make it memorable.

If you have some time before the mailing date, please give it a try! ♡

@truwed_na