Weddings/are save the date invitations necessary?
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My daughter is getting married in August here in our hometown. My friends are telling me that I need to send save the dates, but honestly, I don't understand why. I have been receiving them for a lot of weddings, but want to know, is this really necessary, and if so, how soon should I send them? Thanks! Laurine
Hi Laurine,
You're right, I'm receiving a lot of save the dates myself these days. They are certainly a good idea if you are having a destination wedding, or a wedding during the holidays when people are likely traveling or spending time with family. For a hometown wedding during the "off-season", you may want to consider sending the save-the-dates only to out-of-town guests, so that they may make plans (and save up their frequent-flyer miles!). If you only send it to a few local invitees, you risk others being offended, thinking that they won't be invited. I hope this helps, and be sure to enjoy this somewhat hectic time of being the mother of a bride-to-be, it will be over before you know it.
Regards,
Brenda Cascio
www.graciousbridal.com
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Answers by Expert:
Brenda Cascio
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As founder and CEO of GraciousBridal.com, I am pleased to offer suggestions for those puzzling situations such as wanting to give personal gifts to bridesmaids that have totally different interests, how to show appreciation to guests on a budget, what small things that can be done to make a huge impact for the ceremony and reception.
Experience
At the helm of graciousbridal.com, I am up-to-date on the latest trends. Our products have been featured in the finest wedding and style magazines. I am essentially a consultant to consultants. Because many wedding consultants are a small operation, they don't have access to the vendors, markets and other consultants that we have. Therefore, we use our resources to find those elusive items. Having a party and want to re-create the garden at Tavern-On-The-Green? We provided the marbelized balloons. Are you wanting a garden party with lanterns strung through the trees? We have provided the lanterns with coordinating parasols and hand fans. Want to plan a wedding merging two cultures, I can help navigate you through the potentially sticky situations (now is not the time for a social faux-pas!) It is important to be aware of the various customs in different parts of the country too, and I am more than happy to assist brides, moms and consultants in this.
Education/Credentials
Degree in Fine Arts and years of experience in design and marketing prior to becoming involved in the wedding industry.
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