Even though your wedding invitation should be as personal as the day itself — there are still three must-follow etiquette rules.
I love wedding invitations. Not only do they give you a chance to have some fun and be creative within any budget, but they also give guests the first glimpse into your big day. Your choice of card stock, fonts, and designs will help set the tone for your wedding and let your guests know if you’re going casual or over-the-top formal.
After you’ve selected the design, there are three main rules of etiquette to keep in mind before you send out your invites.
Timing
Once you’ve picked a date for the wedding, count back five months. That’s when you should start narrowing down the types of invitations you like and the vendors you may want to work with. Give yourself a month to make your final decision and to place the order. If you order invitations online from a site like Wedding Paper Divas, where you can personalize existing invitation designs, expect to receive your invitations within a few weeks. If you work with an independent graphic designer, the process may take longer to account for in-person meetings and custom sketches. Build in an adequate lead time, as many designers outsource the printing. When determining an RSVP date, most reception venues and caterers require a final head count at least three to four weeks prior to the wedding, so plan to send your invitations out two months in advance of your wedding date. READ MORE

















