So, what's the deal with Save the Date cards and notices?
A Save the Date notification for your wedding guests has
become common for destination weddings, weddings during holiday times, and
weddings being held at certain locations that could have busier than usual
tourist traffic at specific times, such as a popular beach area. Notices aren't required, but can give your
guests a heads up that timely travel arrangements may be needed.
If you do decide Save the Date cards are a good idea, six
months before the ceremony is a good time to start spreading the word. (Eight months before a destination wedding is
best.) This will give your guests lots
of time to book their travel, save some money, and ask for time off of work.
Even if you choose formal invitations for the wedding
itself, the Save the Date cards can be more imaginative or creative. Use great photos of the two of you (like in
Kelly's beautiful example seen here) or infuse the card with some of your
personality. Or take advantage of
technology and make it an exciting video production! If you have a special talent, try to use it.
How about if you are an artist? Try a special short comic book telling your
story as a couple.
Are you a reader of mystery novels? How about using hidden code that can only be
seen with special "red" glasses?
Are you a blogger?
Create a fake blog that you can print out and send.
Do you love to cook?
Create a special sauce or jam or goodie with a special stick on label
with the information.
The sky's the limit...so use your creativity and create a
notice that will make people sit up and take notice.
- 5/30/2012 03:17:00 PM
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