Save the date cards: A look at wedding save the date cards

Send a unique save the date card with proper wording and etiquette

It used to be that you would send an invitation to a wedding or other event and hope that people were available. Now, save the date postcards are practically the norm – especially wedding save the date cards.

You need to know exactly when to send save the date cards – too early and it might get lost in the mix; too late and people may have already planned something for that date. A wedding save the date card sent at the wrong time could be disastrous for your guest list and put a real crimp on your wedding festivities.

When to send a wedding save the date card

The standard for sending a wedding save the date card is 4 to 6 months prior to the wedding. That all depends on what type of wedding you are planning – a rule that holds true for pretty much any event you plan.