You should order invitations now if: You are using a semi-custom design that is digitally printed.Draw Attention to Your Special Event with Our Invitation Card Design Templates Side dishes may change leading up to the wedding, but response cards only require listing the main course–such as beef, chicken, vegetarian–for guests to select. Similarly, if you are offering meal options at your reception, you may want to finalize the menu with your caterer at this time. If you aren't quite ready to finalize insert card details, a website insert card may be a better alternative. You can send over details card wording at a later date to your stationer, but it helps to at least have most details finalized. For example, if you are ordering an accommodation insert, be sure to have details from your hotel such as the cut-off date or a group code. Keep in mind ordering this close to your wedding does not allow much time for proofing, editing or delays, due to shipping or otherwise.įinalize wedding invitation wording and enclosure card details at this time too, if possible.
This is fine for those who prefer a basic invitation suite with no embellishments, like envelope liners. Tip: Due to our quick turnaround, some brides order as soon as four months in advance of their wedding date. Generally, if you are ordering a semi-custom wedding invitation that is digitally printed (meaning flat printed, with no texture, directly onto card stock), you can order five to six months before your wedding.
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6 Months Before: Order Wedding Invitations, Finalize Wording Detailsįeel free to book your stationer sooner than this if you are ready. You should order invitations now if: You are using a specialty print process, such as letterpress, thermography or foil, and/or you want to hire a calligrapher for envelope addressing. However, this may add an additional shipping cost to the bill. Tip: You can also ask your stationer to send envelopes ahead of time to your calligrapher, if you get into a time crunch. I recommend checking your calligrapher’s turnaround time first, and then seeing if your wedding stationer can accommodate.
Calligraphers can have longer turnaround times for envelope addressing, sometimes up to 12 weeks. If your budget allows, I recommend hiring a calligrapher or seeing if your stationer can print envelopes for you. It is okay to address your own or ask a friend with really nice handwriting. Ideally, you should determine how envelopes will be addressed. If you have questions or need customizations, this is a good time to ask. Reach out to them and let them know you are interested in their designs.
Otherwise, book your stationer at this time. You may book your stationer much sooner than this, especially if you would like a custom design or specialty printing options, like letterpress, thermography or foil. 7 Months Before: Book Your Stationer and/or Calligrapher You should order invitations now if: You want a custom wedding invitation design, and/or plan to use a specialty print process, such as letterpress, thermography or foil. But it's okay if not, we'll get to that later. It's also ideal to gather everyone's mailing address too. Ordering a sample is paramount in knowing what you can expect from your stationer, too. Did your samples arrive quickly? Are they high quality? Is it worth the cost? Do you like the colors?Īlso, your guest list should be finalized around this time. There are so many options for paper, envelopes, and printing processes–you'll be amazed at the differences between one stationer and the next. Order a variety of invitation samples from all of your favorite shops. 8 Months Before: Order Samples and Finalize Your Guest List Still, don't forget to order samples before placing your order. You should order invitations now if: If your favorite wedding stationer or calligrapher books up really fast. This is also the perfect time to determine if you want a completely custom design or a semi-custom suite. Tip: Check each stationer's specific turnaround times for the most accurate timeframe. I recommend scouring Pinterest or Instagram for ideas, but you can also ask your wedding vendors or wedding planner for recommendations. Begin searching for wedding invitations at least nine months in advance of your wedding date, or as soon as you have your color palette finalized.
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