Sending out impressive save the date postcards takes much more than just good intentions and the right information. You need to come up with save the dates that are not only functional but also in line with your personality as a couple. You need to give all your guests enough time to prepare for your wedding. The following are a few common mistakes to avoid.
Sending a Postcard When Unsure
One of the biggest mistakes that many couples make is sending a save the date postcard to the wrong person. It is always a good idea to take time and think about the guests you want at your wedding before sending the postcards out. Changing your mind later makes you come off as rude and inconsiderate. If you are still unsure of plus-ones, do not include them. It is better to impress your guests later than to disappoint them later when you realize that you have no room or plus-ones.
Incorrect Timing
Sending your save the dates too soon or too late may be bad for you. If you send the postcards too early, it is easy for your guests to toss them aside and forget. If you send them too late, your guests may not have enough time to prepare. The ideal time to send out your save the date postcards is six to eight months before your wedding. If you plan on having a destination wedding, you should send out the postcards much earlier. Some of your guests may need to make transportation and accommodation arrangements or make other preparations.
Providing Too Many Details
Do not be in a rush to provide your visitors with too many details. By the time you send out save the date postcards, you are unlikely to have all the information. The most important things to include are the names of the couple, the wedding location, the date, and a link to the website. Details such s the wedding timetable should be left for the invite.
Generic Save the Dates
Have some fun with the postcard and make them personal. They should reflect your wedding theme, personality, and style. Use a fun photo, trendy styles, and vibrant color combinations. Your save the date postcard does not need to match your wedding invitation. It is a chance for you to have fun and show your personality.
Typos
Take your postcards seriously and look out for spelling and grammatical mistakes. Failure to spot them takes away their elegance. If you are not very good at proofreading, consider getting the help of someone with the knowledge and experience. Pay attention to detail and read from the top to the bottom.
Failure to Disclose the Location
Your save the date should always include information about your location. Even when you are unsure of the exact venue, remember to include the general location so your guests can have time to prepare. Leaving people to make assumptions may result in confusion.
Failure to Address the Presence of Children
If you do not want any children at your wedding, make it clear on the envelope. If, for example, you say ‘The Miller Family,’ it may be interpreted as everyone in the family including children. If, however, you say ‘John and Jane Miller,’ it is clear that children are not invited.
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