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One of the most exciting moments of a person\u2019s life is that moment when the question is popped and the answer is yes. These days, engagement gets almost as much attention as the wedding, with Instagram-worthy photos and extravagant locations and methods. <\/span><\/p>\n

However, we all know the real planning begins when the excitement of the engagement dies down and the wedding day takes priority. The happy couple is faced with endless choices of venues, dresses, hors d\u2019oeuvres, flowers, and more. One of the many decisions comes when the save the dates and invitations must be sent out.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re overwhelmed with your options – fonts, styles, envelopes, labels, and so much more – here are a few tips for making this process more simple<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Budget First<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you go into any decision for your wedding without knowing exactly how much you want to spend<\/span><\/a>, you run the risk of going over budget. Maybe the sky\u2019s the limit! In that case, you can look at higher end invitation options without worry.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, if you\u2019re trying to be a little more conservative with your save the date announcements and invitations, going in with a price cap will ease the decision-making process. A budget will keep you focused on how much you can spend and help you figure out what your options are based on your price range.<\/span><\/p>\n

This will also help you to decide which services you are willing to pay to receive, such as address labeling or having your invitations mailed out for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

Save The Date<\/span><\/h3>\n

Before you send invitations with specifics, you\u2019ll choose a date and let people know so they can have it on their calendars. While invitations tend to be more formal, the save the date is often a more casual announcement.<\/span><\/p>\n

Consider doing something fun with this, such as using a high-resolution photo from your engagement photos; perhaps a close-up of the ring, or of your joined hands. You can play with the wording; use an expression that captures your relationship, like \u201cWe\u2019re finally tying the knot!\u201d or \u201cAdventure awaits!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

You can choose playful fonts and styles, going with options that reflect your relationship and personalities. The invitations will often reflect the wedding style, but the save the date can be a little less formal.<\/span><\/p>\n

Know Your Style<\/span><\/h3>\n

There are invitation options for every style<\/span><\/a>. Because of this, choosing the best option for you can feel overwhelming. Just as it helps to make decisions with a budget, it also helps to go in knowing what you do, and DON\u2019T like. <\/span><\/p>\n

A wedding planner can help with this, and local printers will often have consultants<\/span><\/a> who are happy to meet with you and help you figure out what you\u2019re looking for. <\/span><\/p>\n

Do you love the look of a traditional, embossed invitation? Do your tastes run more modern? Perhaps you want an invitation that mimics your parents\u2019 wedding invitation, or your grandparents\u2019? Knowing these things in advance may help you narrow down your options and choose what\u2019s right for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

Make It Personal<\/span><\/h3>\n

Wedding invitations used to be a pretty cut and dry affair, but these days, an invitation can be an expression of creativity. Once you\u2019ve decided on the details of your wedding, you can incorporate those little personal details into the invitation as well. <\/span><\/p>\n

Consider using colors that you\u2019ve chosen for your wedding, or perhaps a photo of the venue. Not into those sorts of details? That\u2019s FINE! Personal for you might mean less is more. Go with something simple and clean, and don\u2019t let the invitation be a point of stress for you. <\/span><\/p>\n

Include The Right Details<\/span><\/h3>\n

This might seem obvious, but don\u2019t forget to include all of the correct details in your wedding invitation! You\u2019ll want to make sure you\u2019ve included the who, what, where, and when of your big day:<\/span><\/p>\n