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Do you need save-the-dates as well as invitations
Only for weddings and events more than four months out. A save-the-date holds the date with no detail; the invitation carries the venue, times and RSVP. For a birthday, one invitation three to four weeks ahead replaces both.
| Event | Send save-the-date | Send invitation |
|---|---|---|
| Birthday | not needed | 3–4 weeks ahead |
| Baby shower | not needed | 4–6 weeks ahead |
| Wedding | 6–12 months ahead | 6–8 weeks ahead |
| Large milestone | 8 weeks ahead | 6 weeks ahead |
How early should save-the-dates go out?
Six to twelve months for a wedding, and eight weeks for a large milestone party. Earlier than a year and guests lose the date before the invitation arrives.
Can a save-the-date be digital?
Yes, and it is the easiest place to use one. A single message with the date and city is enough; the printed invitation carries the detail later.
Related questions about cards & invitations
What should a party invitation include
Every invitation needs who, what, when, where, RSVP and a dress or gift note . Add the theme so guests can dress to it, and set an RSVP date at least five days before the party so you can finalise numbers.
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What should a child’s birthday invitation say
A child’s invitation needs the child’s name and age, date, start and finish times, address, RSVP contact and whether parents should stay . Adding a drop-off and pick-up time is the single detail parents most often have to chase.
Read the full answer: What should a child’s birthday invitation say
What wording should a party invitation use
Keep it to a host line, an event line, a details block and an RSVP line . Write ‘Join us for’ instead of ‘You are cordially invited’ unless the event is formal, and give the RSVP deadline its own sentence so it is not skimmed past.
Read the full answer: What wording should a party invitation use
What size and envelope should an invitation be
The practical default is A6 (105 148 mm) for a C6 envelope , or 5 7 inch when the card carries a photo. Anything larger needs a bespoke envelope, costs more to post and is harder to pin to a fridge.
Read the full answer: What size and envelope should an invitation be
Frequently asked questions
Do you need save-the-dates as well as invitations
Only for weddings and events more than four months out .
How early should save-the-dates go out?
Six to twelve months for a wedding, and eight weeks for a large milestone party.
Can a save-the-date be digital?
Yes, and it is the easiest place to use one.
What should a party invitation include
Every invitation needs who, what, when, where, RSVP and a dress or gift note .
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