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Sending out your save the dates is an essential step in your wedding planning journey, letting guests know when the big day will take place. But first, you need to know how to mail save the dates. This comprehensive guide will walk you through how to create and send these important pre-wedding announcements. And because this is probably the first piece of wedding stationery guests will receive, you\u2019ll want to set the tone just right. Here\u2019s everything you need to know about how and when to send save the dates, including some handy tips and tricks.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why save the dates matter?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Save the dates are an important piece of wedding stationery<\/a> and a crucial part of wedding planning<\/a>, setting the stage and building excitement for your big day. While not absolutely essential for every wedding, save the dates are particularly important for destination weddings and when guests will be traveling from abroad or out of town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These pre-invitations give your guests advance notice to mark their calendars and make necessary arrangements. You can also provide a URL or QR code on your save the dates directing to your wedding website, where guests can find more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When to send save the dates?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Timing is crucial when it comes to when to mail your save the dates<\/a>. They should go out after you’ve finalized your guest list, secured your venue and set a definite date.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Generally, it’s best to mail save the dates six to eight months before your wedding date. This gives guests ample time to plan and make necessary arrangements. For destination weddings or weddings with international guests, consider sending them even earlier, around eight to twelve months in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to mail save the dates in five easy steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now that you understand the why and when of save the dates, let’s dive into how to send save the date cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: <\/strong>Design your save the dates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The first obvious step in mailing save the dates is creating them. Here are some tips for designing save the date cards:<\/p>\n\n\n\n