Invitations Mailed

Question

How far in advance should wedding invitations be sent out? I've received some that were so far out I forgot about them when the time arrived, and I've gotten some so close to the date that we couldn't make it.

~Aubree

Answer

Wedding Invitations should be mailed 4 to 8 weeks in advance. I know this may seem like a long time out, but you need to allow time for:

• each invitation to reach its destination (including international ones)
• RSVPs to be returned
• any wrong addresses to be returned and resent
• travel plans to be made for anyone needing them

If it seems inconvenient think that this added time also gives your guests ample time to quilt you a beautiful comforter complete with full profiles and monogrammed names. Or they could whittle you a full chess set. Whatever the reason, it really is best to give your guests plenty of time.