When it comes to wedding planning, drafting invitations usually falls in the same category as making seating charts and writing content for the event’s website. Such tasks are often tedious, especially compared to outings like cake tasting and dress shopping. Detailed invitations will provide guests with their first glimpse of your big day, though, and they are essential for ensuring everyone knows what to expect at the ceremony and reception. Fortunately, creating the invites won’t feel so overwhelming if you follow these simple tips.

4 Tips for Drafting the Perfect Wedding Invitation 

1. Start Early

It is wise to start thinking about invitations in the earliest stages of planning. You want to send them out at least four months in advance, as it may take several weeks to print any custom designs that you choose. 

2. Include Essential Details 

The invitation should contain all pertinent details, including the date, time, and location. If you are hosting any additional events before or after the big day that all guests are invited to, you can mention them on the invites, as well. Finally, direct guests to your wedding website for more information. 

3. Mention the Dress Code

Since every wedding is different, the couple should always include their dress code preferences on the invitations. Even if you're planning a traditional ceremony and reception, do not assume everyone will know how to dress for the occasion. 

4. Ask for an Entree Selection 

Most caterers will request rough estimates for each entree you plan on serving. Typically, they need these figures one to two months in advance, so the entree selection will determine the date by which guests need to RSVP. Make sure you plan a bit of extra catering to account for any unexpected plus-ones. 

If you recently got engaged, you need to find a wedding venue before you can draft the invitations. For an unforgettable evening in a breathtaking ballroom, check out Makoy Center in Hilliard, OH. With a 30,000-square-foot event space, they can accommodate up to 1,800 guests. Onsite catering and flexible floor plans make wedding planning at Makoy Center virtually effortless. Whether you’ve always dreamed of hosting a grand affair or want a smaller, more intimate reception, they can bring your vision to life. Visit their website to view their gallery, or call (614) 777-1211 to start wedding planning today.