You asked: How far in advance should bridal shower invites be sent out?

Can bridal shower invites go out before wedding invites?

Do bridal shower invites go out before wedding invites? No. … In fact, the wedding guests should have received their wedding invitation and have RSVP’d by the time you send out bridal shower invitations. The bridal shower happens before the wedding, but guests should get the wedding invitations first.

Is 6 months too early to send wedding invites?

It’s OK to send your save the date cards out 6 -12 months before. However, if you send your invites as much as 4-6 months early, you risk them getting lost or your guests actually forgetting the date as it’s so far off in the future.

Is 12 weeks too early to send wedding invitations?

When To Send Wedding Invites

The general rule of thumb is to send invitations 8 to 12 weeks before the date (2 to 3 months out). … If you’re concerned that you need more time, send out your invitations 16 weeks (4 months) before the wedding at the earliest.

Do you send a shower invitation to the bride?

Many showers are a surprise (even if it’s a surprise the bride knows is coming), so the bride doesn’t get an invite. Even if she knows about the shower, it’s understood that as the guest of honor, she’ll be there (you, as hostess, will make sure of that!). But an invite makes a great keepsake.

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What is the wedding invitation etiquette?

Wedding invitations should include the full names of the couple getting married, those of the hosts (if they’re different), and the place and time of the ceremony—that’s it. These invites, by Epoch Designs, do just that.

How much time do you give guests to RSVP to a wedding?

Assuming you’ve sent your invitations out in time (at least six to eight weeks before your wedding), then give your guests four or five weeks to RSVP. This is plenty of time for people to figure out if they want/are able to attend your wedding, as well as figure out any necessary travel arrangements.