You said yes! — and now that the excitement is setting in, it’s time to start thinking about your wedding stationery. Between save the dates, invitations, and day-of paper details, there’s a lot to plan — and knowing when to order wedding invitations can help your entire wedding feel beautifully organized from the start.

 

Below, I’ve outlined a simple wedding invitation timeline and stationery checklist to help you stay on track and stress-free.

 
1. Save the Dates

Order: 8–12 months before your wedding
Mail: 6–10 months before your wedding

 

 
2. Wedding Invitations

Order: 4–6 months before your wedding
Mail: 8–10 weeks before your wedding

 

 
3. Day-Of Stationery

Order: 2–3 months before your wedding

 

• Ceremony programs
• Menus
• Place cards or escort cards
• Table numbers
• Signage (welcome signs, seating charts, bar menus)
• Thank You Cards (this will allow you to write your thank you cards promptly after returning from your honeymoon!)

Your wedding stationery timeline should flow seamlessly — by starting early, you’ll have time to coordinate fonts, colors, and paper so every piece feels cohesive and intentional.

 

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Here's your Complete Wedding Stationery List - Be sure to screenshot and save for later!

• Save the Dates
• Wedding Invitations & Enclosures
• RSVP Cards
• Envelopes (and addressing)
• Programs
• Menus
• Escort Cards / Place Cards
• Table Numbers
• Welcome Sign
• Seating Chart
• Thank-You Cards

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A well-planned stationery timeline means you’ll never feel rushed — and every piece will feel perfectly designed to match your celebration.

 
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