Rules Of Engagement

How is it even possible that we’ve gone this long without discussing how to save on wedding invitations? Not quite sure. Unlike save-the-dates and wedding announcements, wedding invitations are not something you can forego. How do we save and invite at the same time?

Check out the DIY kits. There are endless supplies of DIY kits out there. In your crafty stores, in your chain stores, in your gift stores, and online. There is an endless supply of them and doing it yourself can really save you money! Before you consider this option, thoroughly do your research on the product. And my suggestion is to buy more than you need. You are bound to mess up on a couple (you’re human) and you don’t’ want to run out prematurely.

See what you can cut out. It’s tempting to load up on the paper when you’re ordering your invitations. And I understand, you want everything to match. Adding the menu, directions to the ceremony and reception, link to your wedding website, etc. Really, the basics that you need are – the invitation page itself, the RSVP card, and the envelope for the RSVP card.

Check for hidden costs. They aren’t hidden when you ask about what each thing will cost you. Even when you suspect it won’t. Want a different color ink? Want your return address printed on the envelope? Ask about it! Most likely, anything different than what you are presented as basic will be extra. That includes a more sturdy paper or adding ribbon. You don’t be sorry that you asked!

Let’s touch on some things that I don’t think are a good idea (personally).

Evites, emails, facebook invitations are certainly ways to cut out the cost of the paper invitation, but I don’t think we need to go that far. I may be an old-fashioned gal, but I think that if you are sending out wedding invitations, it must be done through paper. Keep in mind that this is most people’s first impression of your wedding – and we don’t want to send one that’s tacky. You can jazz up an evite as much as possible, but it’s still going to come across as tacky. Try to avoid it.

Also, I think we can all agree that putting things inside the invitation that explode out (such as sparklies, sprinkles, confetti-like gems) not only cost you extra money, but it’s also a bit annoying for those opening it and now have a bunch of confetti to vacuum up. If they are anything like me, it’s already too late because the dog has wolfed down the majority of whatever just fell out of your invitation. It will likely cut a bit out of your expenses and a bit of annoyance from your guests.

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How did you do your wedding invitations? Let us know! Leave a comment or talk to @GetEngaged!

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