1. Order invitations at least four months prior to the wedding to allow plenty of time for their preparations, addressing and mailing.
2. Invitations set the theme and mood for your wedding. So, keep that in mind when you make your selections.
3. Invitations should be sent out approximately 6 weeks prior to your wedding date! Give yourself time for R.S.V.P.’s
4. Check to see if you can obtain free samples of the invitations you are interested in prior to ordering. Check the size, quality and weight of the card stock.
5. Order 10-20 more invitations than you think you need. It can be very expensive to order additional invitations – and you may not receive them in time! You’ll need extra envelopes for any mistakes made in addressing and extra invitations for any “last minute” additions to the guest list. Don’t forget to keep a few for your wedding memories book!
6. Review your wedding guest list to make sure that all the names are spelled correctly and addresses are up to date.
7. Have a friend or family member check the draft or proof of your invitations prior to giving the final “OK” to print.
8. Children over the age of 16 should receive their own invitation.
9. Check with your invitation company or wedding planner for the proper format for your invitations and addressing etiquette.
10. Make sure you have the appropriate amount of postage on your invitations. Take a sample invitation, including inserts, to the post office and have it weighed so that your invitations are delivered on time without “postage due!”
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