This is a sponsored post with Minted.
Are you wondering what save the date wording you should use? We have the tips and etiquette you need! Emma here and I have been browsing like crazy over at Minted because their new 2019 collection is now available. They offer wedding invites, save the dates, wedding websites, stationery — everything you can imagine for your wedding, all in one place, and completely fresh + new. It makes me want to, ya know, plan a wedding or something. :) And we are… all of yours!
What makes these new save-the-date cards so special? Well, for starters, they’re absolutely gorgeous. We’re seeing the latest trends, eye-catching designs and modern color palettes for themes of every kind! Plus, these save the date examples are all designed by a community of independent artists; we love that! You get luxurious printing and materials, beautiful rich inks, quality paper, and more.
You’ll see plenty of the newest save the date samples in this post, while we tell you all about save the date etiquette to know BEFORE you send.
The question on proper wording for save the dates is common, simply because you may not know know exactly WHAT you’re supposed to say and HOW to say it. I’ve been there!
We’ll walk you through the (easy!) save the date etiquette, paired with our favorite save the dates from Minted’s new collection. You’ll learn proper etiquette and save the date wording examples so you can know exactly what yours should (or shouldn’t) say.
Enjoy!
Save the Date Wording
Typically, you’ll see save the dates printed like these examples.
“SAVE THE DATE, WE’RE GETTING MARRIED
EMMA & ANDREW
DECEMBER 5, 2021
DETROIT, MICHIGAN”
or
“WE’RE GETTIN’ HITCHED
DECEMBER 5, 2021
EMMA & ANDREW
DETROIT, MICHIGAN”
or
“HE ASKED, SHE SAID YES
THEY SET A DATE!
(date/name/location)”
or
“A MILLION TIMES YES”
as shown in this sweet example.
or
“SAVE OUR DATE”
or
“WE DO
EMMA & ANDREW
DECEMBER 5, 2021
DETROIT, MICHIGAN
INVITATION TO FOLLOW”
or
“LET’S DO THIS”
or
“ADVENTURE AWAITS”
like this cute card:
The bottom line? Keep it simple! Save the date wording does not have to be complicated.
Focus on the specifics… and then add a little flair. Save the date wording is an easy way to convey your personality and style.
Have fun with your save the date wording and don’t be afraid to think outside the box. Use these save the date examples and etiquette as a guide.
Save the Date Wording Etiquette
Proper save the date wording indicates the following to guests:
1. WHO: Who is getting married
2. WHAT: There is a wedding approaching, and he or she is definitely invited
3. WHEN: When the wedding is taking place
4. WHERE: The general location of the nuptials
Optional:
5. HOW: How will they know more? “Invitation to follow”.
If your cards follow these things, your save the dates are worded perfectly.
A save the date indicates the guest will be invited to the wedding so it is not required to indicate “invitation to follow”; however, it is up to you. I included “invitation to follow” on our save the dates.
And another thing: you don’t have to include save the date wording on your cards. The words “save the date” are being dropped from some modern cards, opting instead of a clear and bold date in its place, center stage.
To provide you with proper etiquette, here are some helpful do’s and don’ts to consider when you decide the best save the date wording that works with you.
Save the Date Examples: Do’s and Dont’s
As a quick cheat sheet, follow these simple rules when wording your save the dates.
-DO include your names
-DO include a photo, if possible
A photo really adds a warm, personal touch!
-DO include the wedding date ;) + year
Make it big + bold so guests can’t miss it.
-DON’T include registry information
-DON’T include travel accommodations yet
Save any hotel blocks/travel accommodations until the invitations are mailed. If you like, include this information on your wedding website at any time; guests who are interested in booking travel early will appreciate this additional information.
However, it is not proper etiquette to include this with your save the date wording.
-DO include a wedding website address (optional)
We strongly urge you to get a wedding website, if you don’t already have one. A wedding website is a fun and interactive way to include guests on other pertinent details of the wedding, as well as keeping things like venues, times, maps, and more just a smartphone away. :)
You can get one for free and it’s super-easy to set up: just enter a few details and publish. I wish Andrew and I had a wedding website when we got married!
-DON’T include your specific venue name just yet
-DO indicate if children are invited by addressing your cards ONLY to invited guests
(i.e. “Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Jones and Family vs. Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Jones indicates an adult only reception)
And last but not least… as this one is very important:
-DON’T send a save the date unless you’re 100% sure they’re invited to the wedding
Need help cutting your guest list? Read this!
Save the Date Wording: How to Address
When addressing save the dates, be sure to clearly indicate whom is invited.
-If inviting a guest AND a plus one, be sure to indicate “and guest”.
-If including kids, indicate “and family”.
-Include a return address on the upper left-hand corner on the front of your envelope OR the back outer flap of the envelope.
You can get FREE addressing included at Minted. See how their unique address collection works here!
We hope you learned a lot about save the date wording in today’s post. If you have any questions, feel free to leave them in the comments below or shoot us an email here.
P.S. Want even MORE fun save the date wording examples? Read this!
Happy Planning!
xo
Emma
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