Planning a wedding is both an exciting and stress-filled time with countless decisions, including how to announce your special day to your loved ones. Save-the-date cards are a fantastic way to give your guests a heads-up and ensure they mark their calendars for all the fun! If you’re looking for some friendly and creative save-the-date options, we’ve got you covered. Here are five ideas to inspire you:
Photo Magnets: These cute reminders are not only practical but also serve as a lasting momento for your guests. 
Choose a favorite engagement photo or a snapshot that reflects your personalities. Choosing something simple that goes with your theme, but is not necessarily a picture of the two of you, is just as nice and builds excitement for the big day! Add your names, the date of your wedding, the city and state where your wedding will be, and your wedding website, and voila! Your guests will be able to display the magnet on their fridge as a daily reminder of your upcoming celebration.
Destination-Inspired Postcards: If you’re having a destination wedding or simply love to travel, consider sending save-the-date postcards that reflect your desire for it. Choosing a design that showcases the location or theme of your wedding can be fun, or simply go with a cute map pattern. The sky is your limit! Guests will appreciate the thoughtfulness and get a taste of the adventure to come.
DIY Calendars: Like magnets, calendars guests can use throughout the year are amazing reminders for your upcoming nuptials. Design a small calendar card with the month of your wedding prominently displayed as a reminder. Add your names, wedding date, and a snapshot of you and your sweetheart. Your guests can keep this handy on their desks or refrigerators, making it easy to remember your special day.
Puzzle Pieces: Add an element of fun and interaction by sending save-the-date puzzle pieces to your guests. Many websites can provide a jigsaw puzzle made from a photo. Break it up into several pieces and send them out. As your guests receive their puzzles, they can put them together to reveal the complete save-the-date message. Fun and games!
Digital Video Invitations: Create a short and engaging video that showcases your personalities and excitement for your upcoming wedding and show it off to your guests as a save-the-date notice! Include important details like the date, location, and a brief glimpse into what your guests can expect while showing off the atmosphere of your event. You can easily share the video through email or social media, making it convenient for your guests to view and remember the date – while also cutting your budget a bit to put toward something else!
Remember, the purpose of the save-the-date notice is to generate excitement and ensure your guests have your wedding date in mind as they head toward the year with their personal calendars. Choose an option that reflects your style as a couple and aligns with the overall theme of your wedding. Be creative, but also keep in mind your final stationery and wedding budget. The most important thing is to not forget to follow up with the official invitation closer to your big day.
Have fun designing and personalizing these save-the-date announcements to make them truly unique. Your guests will appreciate the thought and effort you put into making this a memorable keepsake. If you need a little bit of inspiration, I can help!
Call me today and we’ll set up a free consultation that will start the fun!
Lexi
