Different Ways to Say "Save the Date" ♡ A Compilation of Expressions

2021.04.10 published

There are alternative expressions for "Save the Date"

The standard paper item for weddings, "Save the Date".

- We will hold our wedding on (date).

- We would appreciate it if you could save the date.

This is a notification card to convey that message.

While "Save the Date" has become a common term nowadays, in overseas weddings, it can also be expressed using slightly different phrases.

Here are some alternative phrases for Save the Date.

① Save Our Date

"the" becomes "our" in "Save Our Date."

This is almost the same phrase as Save the Date, but because it consists of just 3 words, the slight change in one word makes a difference in how it feels at first glance.

② Mark the date

"Mark the date" means "Please mark that day!" or "Please put it in your schedule!"

Instead of the familiar "save," the use of the word "mark" gives it a fresh feeling.

③ Mark your Calendar

"Mark your Calendar" means "Please check it on your calendar!"

When receiving this card, you might feel like, "I need to add this to my schedule app right away!"

④ It's a Date

Used to mean "It's settled for that day, let's meet then!", "It's a Date."

This phrase is perfect as an alternative expression for Save the Date.

It's a casual spoken expression used in everyday conversation overseas, but it also feels stylish when written down like this.

⑤ Join us on our special day

Please join us on our special day ♡

This means "Join us on our special day."

You could also arrange "special day" to be "Big day" or "Memorial Day," which might be lovely.

⑥ Pencil us in

"Pencil us in" is a slightly different way to say Save the Date.

By sending a pencil to the guests, it conveys the meaning "Please write the wedding date in your schedule with this pencil."

A unique and cute idea not found in Japan ♩

Was there a phrase you'd like to try?

Alternative phrases for Save the Date.

Personally, I thought phrases like "Mark the date" and "It's a Date" would be stylish to use♡

If you're DIYing your Save the Date or invitations, feel free to use these!

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