When to Order and Send Wedding Invitations: A Stress-Free Timeline

Planning a wedding comes with countless decisions, but one of the most important (and exciting!) tasks is sending out your wedding invitations. Knowing when to order and send wedding invitations ensures your guests have enough time to RSVP and make travel arrangements.

At Julia Kay Design, we make the process easy, stress-free, and enjoyable with our semi-custom and fully custom wedding invitation options. Whether you're planning a grand celebration or an intimate elopement, here’s everything you need to know about the ideal wedding invitation timeline and how we help make the experience seamless.

When Should You Order Your Wedding Invitations?

To ensure a smooth and stress-free process, we recommend ordering your wedding invitations 6-9 months before your wedding date.

Factors to Consider When Ordering Invitations

• Custom vs. Semi-Custom Invitations – Custom wedding invitations require more time for design and revisions, while our semi-custom collection offers a quicker turnaround with stunning pre-designed templates.
• Printing and Production Time – At Julia Kay Design, we offer luxury printing methods such as letterpress, foil stamping, and digital printing. These take 3-6 weeks to produce, depending on the complexity of your design.
• Envelope Addressing and Assembly – If you want your envelopes professionally addressed (which is included in all orders at Julia Kay Design!), factor in additional time for approval and printing.

💡 Pro Tip: Ordering early allows time for proofreading, revisions, and selecting the perfect paper, envelope, and embellishments like wax seals or ribbon ties!

When Should You Send Wedding Invitations?

Your wedding invitations should be sent 8-12 weeks before your wedding to give guests ample time to RSVP.

Wedding Invitation Mailing Timeline

• Destination Weddings – Send invitations at least 12-16 weeks in advance to allow guests extra time for travel arrangements.
• Local Weddings – Send invitations 8-12 weeks before the wedding date for standard celebrations.
• RSVP Deadline – Set your RSVP deadline 4-6 weeks before the wedding to give your vendors an accurate guest count.

💡 Pro Tip: If you’re having a wedding website, include it on your details card so guests can conveniently RSVP online and access travel information.

Do You Need to Send Save the Dates?

While not mandatory, Save the Dates are highly recommended, especially for destination weddings or peak wedding seasons.

• When to Send Save the Dates: 6-12 months before your wedding.
• Who Gets a Save the Date? Everyone on your guest list—including plus ones!
• How to Personalize Save the Dates: Julia Kay Design offers custom and semi-custom Save the Dates featuring beautiful design elements that match your wedding invitations for a cohesive look.

A Seamless, Stress-Free Invitation Process with Julia Kay Design

At Julia Kay Design, we take the stress out of wedding invitations with a streamlined and exciting design experience.

Why Couples Love Working With Us:

✔ Easy Online Ordering – Browse and customize our semi-custom invitation shop or inquire about a custom design to bring your vision to life.
✔ Luxury Paper & Printing Options – From letterpress to foil stamping, we ensure your invitations look and feel stunning.
✔ Envelope Addressing Included – Save time and effort—all invitation orders include envelope addressing for a polished, ready-to-send suite.
✔ Personalized Support – We work closely with you through the proofing process, ensuring every detail is perfect before printing.

Final Thoughts: When to Order and Send Wedding Invitations

Ordering and sending your wedding invitations at the right time ensures a smooth wedding planning experience for both you and your guests. By working with Julia Kay Design, you’ll receive expert guidance, stunning designs, and a stress-free process from start to finish.

👉 Ready to start designing your dream invitations? Explore our semi-custom collection or inquire about a custom design at www.juliakaydesign.com.