A lot of clients will ask me, "What's your opinion on save-the-dates? Are they really necessary?" I say absolutely!

 

Twenty years ago, weddings were typically nothing over the top. They pretty much consisted of a family-made buffet line, cake and punch in a local hall or church basement. Today, a standard wedding usually involves a caterer, florist, rented venue, formal wear, and much more - leading to months (if not a couple of years) of intense planning. So if you do them right, save-the-dates can be a key tool during that planning process. Here are a few things to consider...

 

 
Even if it's a simple postcard, your guests will be so appreciative of the advance notice. Be sure to include a wedding website on your save-the-date - it serves as a great "go to" for wedding and travel info. If you are expecting a large amount of out-of-town guests, be sure to also arrange a hotel room block & have that information listed on your website.

 

 

While they mean well, all of the questions from friends & family about wedding details can be daunting. Instead of everyone asking you "Have you set a date?" or "Have you picked a venue?" every other day, get the word out quickly with a save-the-date.

 

 

 

Another thing we stress to clients is this - while it's great to get creative with your save-the-dates, you also want to keep it stress-free & enjoy these earlier months of the wedding planning process. Don't stress yourself out by trying to keep everything "picture perfect." Try to save the most valued details on your "must have" list for the invitations and wedding day paperie. =)

 

Happy Planning,