Wednesday 23 August 2017

Modern Etiquette for Save the Date Invitations

There are many things to consider when giving save-the-date invitations, such as when to give them out, what to include in the invitation, and how to phrase the things you want to say. Your invitations are among the most crucial elements in your event since they provide your guests with important information. Need help in crafting your invites? Here are some tips on modern etiquette for save-the-date invitations:

1.Give guests time to arrange their schedule.

It is ideal to send your save-the-date invitations about 6 to 8 weeks before your event. This allows the guests to make travel arrangements and clear their schedules. If you are having a destination event, it will be better to send out the invitations three months before the big day. 

2.Make a deadline for RSVPs.

You should have already finalised your guest list two to three weeks before the event date. If some of the guests still haven’t given you a response by your deadline, try to call them and ask for their RSVPs. 

3.Make it clear if you are having an adults-only event.

Your invitations should be addressed correctly—to every guest by his/her name. Guests should be able to understand that only those mentioned are invited. If you notice that some guests have replied with their kids’ names included, give them a message or a call and tell them that you are having an adults-only event and that you hope that they’ll still be able to attend. 

4.Let guests know about the dress code.

The best way to tell the guests about the dress code is to indicate it in the invitation’s lower right-hand corner. “Cocktail attire,” “Casual attire,” or “Black tie” are acceptable. The design of your invitation will also give guests a hint. A traditional invite that is very formal and has calligraphy will let your guests know about the event’s formal nature. Meanwhile, a square invite that has bright colours and playful fonts will give them a clue that the event’s style is more casual. 
When looking for invitations, it may be best to check out giftware companies. They often offer the best deals on invitations and will ensure you that you can customise them as much as you want to. 

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