When Should You Send Your Save the Dates?
Standard Wedding Timeline
For most weddings, save the dates should be sent:
6–8 months before your wedding date
This gives guests enough notice without sending them so early that plans or details may change.
Destination or Holiday Weddings
If your wedding requires travel or falls on a busy date, send save the dates earlier:
8–12 months before the wedding
This allows guests time to:
Book flights and accommodations
Request time off work
Budget for travel expenses
Local or Intimate Weddings
If most guests are local and travel is minimal, you can send save the dates slightly later:
4–6 months before the wedding
When Is It Too Early or Too Late?
Too early:
Sending save the dates more than 12 months in advance can cause guests to forget or plans to change.
Too late:
Sending them fewer than 4 months before the wedding may not give guests enough time to attend.
What Information Should Be on a Save the Date?
Save the dates should be simple and informative. Include:
Your names
Wedding date
City and state
Wedding website (if available)
A note that a formal invitation will follow
💡 Save the dates do not need RSVP details or the full venue address.
Paper vs. Digital Save the Dates
Both options are acceptable and widely used:
Printed save the dates offer a classic, keepsake feel
Digital save the dates are cost-effective and quick to send
Choose the option that best fits your wedding style and budget.
Wedding Planning Tip from a Coordinator
Sending save the dates at the right time is one of the first steps in creating a smooth wedding planning experience. A well-timed timeline helps reduce guest confusion and stress later on.
At Vision to Vows LLC, I help couples stay organized, on track, and stress-free from the early planning stages through the wedding day itself.
Ready for stress-free wedding planning?
If you’re unsure about your wedding timeline or need support bringing your vision to life, I’d love to help.
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