What is the purpose of wedding invitations?

The wedding invitation is one of the most important things to focus on during your wedding planning. They offer the guests a sample of what type of wedding you’re having (formal or casual), and they list critical information to make sure people know where to go and what time to be there.

Do you have to invite someone to your wedding?

Should you invite someone to your wedding because you were invited to theirs? When it comes to couples who have invited you to their wedding, the short answer is no, you don’t have to invite them to your wedding. Consider the following things to help you decide if you will include them in your wedding guest list.

When should you invite people to your wedding?

Traditionally, invitations go out six to eight weeks before the wedding. That gives guests plenty of time to clear their schedules and make travel arrangements if they don’t live in town. If it’s a destination wedding, give guests more time and send them out three months ahead of the wedding.

What should be included on an invitation?

There are some things that all invitations should include. You’ll want to let your guests know the purpose of the event (if there is one), the time (start and end), the place, special instructions (for example, costume party), and style (formal or casual).

What’s the difference between save the dates and invitations?

The biggest difference between save-the-date cards and wedding invitations is that the first is meant to put guests on notice, while the second acts as a formal invitation to the event. For that reason, save-the-dates are sent first — often months or even a year before the wedding date.

Is it OK to invite to shower and not wedding?

The short answer is, you should not invite anyone to your shower who will not be invited to the wedding. Your shower is an intimate gathering of some of the closest women (and men if you choose) in your life, and if anyone makes the cut for your shower, they should also be close enough to you to get a wedding invite.

What should be on a wedding invite?

All wedding invitations should include the following elements:

• Who’s hosting.
• The request to come to the wedding.
• The names of the couple.
• The date and time.
• The location.
• Reception information.
• Dress code.
• Separate RSVP card.