"Wedding Etiquette Unveiled: A Comprehensive Guide to the Rules of Sending Invitations - Methods and Timing Explained!"

2016.06.19 published

【Great Explanation!】Various Questions About Invitations

As the wedding day approaches in just a few months, the important task of sending formal invitations to guests awaits the couple. But, many brides-to-be find themselves facing various concerns at this point...!

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The concerns include questions like, "When should I send them?" "How should I send them?" "What if they don't reply?" and so on—there seems to be an endless list of worries...! But don’t worry! We will provide a detailed explanation of various questions about invitations.

Question 1: When should invitations be sent?

It is generally said that invitations should be sent about 2.5 months before the wedding day. For instance, if the wedding is on October 1, the basic guideline is to send them by July 15. Make sure that invitations arrive at least 2 months prior to the event♡

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Question 2: Why 2.5 months before?

Why is it necessary to send invitations 2.5 months beforehand? Why isn't it okay to send them earlier or later? The answer is that the scale and costs of the ceremony and reception are usually almost finalized about 2-3 months prior, allowing the couple to clearly narrow down the guest list.

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Question 3: What is the deadline for replies?

The deadline for the RSVP postcard included with the invitation is within one month of sending the invitations. Therefore, the final confirmation of guests attending the ceremony and reception will likely be about 1-2 months before the wedding day. At this stage, it's still manageable even if there's a discrepancy with the estimated guest count!

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Question 4: What if I don't receive a reply?

This question is something that every couple slightly fears. When the RSVP postcard doesn't arrive from a guest, don't hesitate to reach out individually! Phrases like "I’m being prompted by the planner..." or "I’m just waiting on one last person..." seem to be quite effective! Alternatively, you can send a message or call them saying, "It’s okay to send the postcard later, but could you let me know if you’ll attend?"

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Question 5: Should I choose an auspicious date for mailing?

The answer is of course YES! The day you send out invitations should be an auspicious day. Therefore, it’s recommended to decide on the [invitation mailing date] about six months in advance.

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Question 6: Should I include personal messages?

The time for gathering varies for guests attending the ceremony versus those attending the reception. Especially for relatives, there may be introductions to handle! Hence, it’s a good idea to include special notes tailored to each guest. Don't forget to acknowledge friends who are helping with reception or entertainment duties as well.

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Question 7: Should I inform guests that I've sent the invitations?

Recently, it has become more common for couples to notify guests via phone, email, or social media, saying, "I've sent the invitation—looking forward to your reply!" This consideration reportedly enhances the response rate from guests. Of course, it’s important to be mindful of the recipient's feelings.

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Question 8: What should I do once the replies start coming in?

So now...! When the RSVP postcards start arriving from guests, what should you do next? First, communicate the number of participants to your planner, and begin preparing the order for food, drinks, wedding favors, seating chart, and place cards. This marks the final preparation stage. The countdown to the wedding officially begins, and an exciting and nervous time is set to start♡

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【Have your questions been resolved? Let's work hard on sending the invitations!】

We’ve covered various questions that many brides are concerned about regarding invitations. It’s best to have ample time and prepare early. Let’s do our best in creating and sending out the invitations so that many guests can joyfully participate in the ceremony and reception♡

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