Timelines for mailing invitations

One of the most common questions I am asked is, β€œwhen do I mail the invitations (or save the dates)?” Here is a clear and simple guide":

Save the Dates

Hometown wedding 8 months before wedding.

Destination wedding 10-12 months before wedding.

Invitations

8 -12 weeks before wedding if a save the date was sent.

12-16 weeks before wedding if a save the date was not sent.

RSVP deadline for your guests (date should be indicated on the response card)

1 month before the wedding, but confirm with your venue that this timeline works for them.

wedding invitation suite

wedding invitation suite

Karen Farnsworth