6 Tips for Creating the Perfect Save the Dates for Your Special Day

Buying save-the-dates can be a fun part of planning your wedding! Here are some steps to help you choose what is best for you.

1.  Set a Budget: Determine how much you want to spend. Save-the-dates can range from budget-friendly to more luxurious options.

2. Choose a Style: Think about the style and theme of your wedding or event. Save-the-dates can be formal, casual, quirky, or themed to match the occasion. It will start the theme for your invitations.

3. Gather Information: Make sure you have all the details ready, such as the date, location, and any other relevant information that needs to be included.

4. Order Samples: If you’re using an online service or working with a designer, order samples to ensure the quality and design meet your expectations.

5. Check Proofs: Review proofs carefully before finalizing the order. Ensure all details are correct and the design is what you were expecting.

6. Set a Mailing Date: Aim to send them out well in advance—typically 6-8 months before the event is a good time to send them out.

Your Save-The-Dates are the first thing you send out that shows the theme of your wedding. These 6 tips for the perfect Save-the Dates and the styles below should help you get started right.

Here are 5 styles to help get you thinking about what would be right for you.

This design from Minted is an

inset gold scalloped border, following the die cut scallop shape, over a single photo. It is a 5x7 flat card.

They have a variety of colors for the foil outline and printing on the white envelopes to choose from. All for a more personal feel. They also do free recipient 

addressing and a free wedding 

website, all for the starting price of 

$1.88 each.

Minted's letterpress wedding

save the dates are created by independent designers. Each design is printed on thick, soft paper on resulting in a beautifully tactile impression. All cards come with envelopes and are available with free recipient addressing, along with a free wedding website.

This save-the-date has a more cosmopolitan feel and has a starting price of $3.88 each.

Amazon’s Save The Date announcements 

with pumpkins and beautiful fall floral for that themed look. 

The invites will be personalized with your wording by a professional designer. 

Our single-sided announcements are printed on premium 110 lb. smooth cover stock. 

White envelopes are included. The

average price for 100 starts at $0.92

At Etsy, show off your beautiful engagement photo with this classic and simple Save the Date from our Gabrielle collection! Available as printed cards or a digital file 

for DIY printing. All fonts and ink colors are customizable and available in a variety of colors. Printed on 120 lb envelopes.  Pricing for 100 starts at $3.31 each

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1321518558/gabrielle-classic-wedding-save-the-datga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ref=sr_gallery24&etp=1&sts=1&content_source=565673d519158b42697aeae8a4cdb3ac7251f391%253A1321518558&organic_search_click=1&variation0=2979883524&variation1=2994834725

Etsy's Minimal black and

white save the date cards for the wedding of your dreams that fits into your budget. Printed for you! So easy!

They are 5x7 cards that are smooth, thick, matte white, 130 lbs cardstock. The starting price for 100 is $1.35 each.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1352883767/minimal-save-the-date-card-printed withga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=&ref=sr_gallery-1-47&pro=1&frs=1&sts=1&content_source=df5046084d88a77e60d5f8b5b85e7741c07cea6b%253A1352883767&organic_search_click=1