Wedding Timelines
Creating and following a wedding timeline is indeed crucial for ensuring that all aspects of your wedding, including stationery, are planned and executed smoothly. Here's a breakdown of how stationery fits into the wedding timeline:
Save the Dates: Send out save the date cards well in advance, typically six to twelve months before the wedding date. Save the dates are especially important for destination weddings or weddings during peak seasons, as they give guests ample time to make travel and accommodation arrangements.
Invitations: Wedding invitations should be sent out approximately six to eight weeks before the wedding date. If you sent save the dates, guests will already have your wedding date on their calendars, making it easier for them to plan accordingly.
RSVP Deadline: Include an RSVP deadline on your wedding invitations, typically two to three weeks before the wedding. This allows you to finalize the guest list, seating arrangements, and catering details.
Day-of Paper Goods: The creation of day-of paper goods, such as menus, place cards, signage, and seating charts, should be coordinated with your stationery designer or vendor well in advance. Discuss your design, style, and timeline expectations with them to ensure everything is ready for the wedding day.
Printing and Assembly: Depending on the complexity and quantity of your day-of paper goods, the printing and assembly process may take several weeks. Be sure to allow enough time for design revisions, proofing, and production.
Delivery or Pickup: Decide whether you'll pick up the completed stationery items or have them delivered to the wedding venue. Make arrangements for their safe transport and storage.
Setup on the Wedding Day: Assign someone from your wedding party or a coordinator to handle the setup of day-of paper goods on the wedding day. Ensure that everything is placed correctly and looks as planned.
By following this timeline, you give your guests the information they need well in advance to make arrangements and ensure that all your stationery is ready to enhance the aesthetic and organization of your wedding day. Effective planning and communication with your stationery designer or vendor will help ensure that your stationery elements are created and delivered on time and in line with your wedding vision.