Wedding invitations announce your big day and help bring together all the loved ones you want to be part of the celebration. While there are no hard-and-fast rules when it comes to invitations, there are some basic etiquette guidelines that can ensure all pertinent information is provided and everything is sent out quickly. To shed more light on this subject, below are answers to common questions about wedding invitations.

Answers to Common Questions About Wedding Invitations

How far in advance should invitations be sent out?

As a general rule, invitations should go out six to eight weeks before the wedding. If you're sending save the dates, they should go out about four months in advance. For destination weddings, send out invitations at least four months in advance, and send save the dates eight to 12 months before the wedding.

What details should the invitations include?

Most invitations include the following information:

• The name of the couple
• The date, time, and location of the event
• RSVP information and reply cards
• Directions to the venue location
• For day-long or multiday affairs, include a schedule of events, activities, and lodging options

How do I choose an RSVP date?

Most couples choose an RSVP date of approximately two to three weeks before the wedding. This allows you to take a final headcount, arrange seating charts, and inform the caterer of how much food to prepare.

Should I include registry information?

This is entirely a personal choice. Some wedding experts consider it a breach of etiquette to include registry details with a wedding invitation because it sounds like you require gifts. Others, however, view it as a valuable source of information, especially for couples who are hard to buy for or for guests that the couple doesn't see very much.

When it comes to wedding invitations, do what feels right for you, your partner, and the spirit of the big day. Makoy Center is here to host the special event. For over 30 years, they have been the wedding venue and private party event space of choice for the Franklin County, OH, area. They can accommodate up to 400 guests in their clean, comfortable, modern facilities. For six years in a row, they have been voted a top wedding choice by The Knot®. Call (614) 777-1211 or visit them online to schedule a tour.