When should wedding invites be mailed out

The ideal time to mail out wedding invitations depends on several factors, including the type of wedding, the guest list, and the overall timeline. Here are some general guidelines to consider:

For a traditional wedding:

• 6-8 weeks before the wedding date: This is a good rule of thumb for a traditional wedding with a formal guest list and a more formal invitation.
• 8-10 weeks before the wedding date: If you're having a larger wedding or a destination wedding, you may want to send out invitations a bit earlier to give guests more time to plan.

For a casual or intimate wedding:

• 4-6 weeks before the wedding date: If you're having a smaller, more low-key wedding, you can get away with sending out invitations a bit closer to the date.
• 2-4 weeks before the wedding date: If you're having a super intimate gathering or a surprise wedding, you may want to send out invitations even closer to the date.

For a destination wedding:

• 12-16 weeks before the wedding date: If you're having a destination wedding, you'll want to give guests plenty of time to plan their travel and accommodations.
• 16-20 weeks before the wedding date: If you're having a destination wedding with a lot of out-of-town guests, you may want to send out invitations even earlier to give them more time to plan.

For a winter or holiday wedding:

• 10-12 weeks before the wedding date: If you're having a winter or holiday wedding, you'll want to send out invitations a bit earlier to give guests time to plan around the holiday season.

For a weekday wedding:

• 6-8 weeks before the wedding date: If you're having a weekday wedding, you may want to send out invitations a bit earlier to give guests more time to plan.

For a weekend wedding:

• 8-10 weeks before the wedding date: If you're having a weekend wedding, you can get away with sending out invitations a bit closer to the date.

Remember to also consider the following factors when deciding when to mail out your wedding invitations:

• RSVP deadlines: Make sure to give guests enough time to RSVP by sending out invitations with a reasonable RSVP deadline.
• Guest list: If you have a large guest list, you may want to send out invitations a bit earlier to give guests more time to plan.
• Wedding website: If you're having a wedding website, you may want to send out invitations a bit later, as guests can RSVP and get more information online.

Ultimately, the key is to give your guests enough time to plan and RSVP, while also not sending out invitations too far in advance.