{"id":15710,"date":"2026-06-05T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/blog\/?p=15710"},"modified":"2026-06-05T20:36:40","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T10:36:40","slug":"save-the-date-wording-examples","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/blog\/save-the-date-wording-examples\/","title":{"rendered":"Save the Date Wording: 30+ Examples for Every Style and Situation"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n#post-15710 .entry-content p,\n#post-15710 .entry-content li { font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n#post-15710 .entry-content h2 { text-transform: none !important; font-size: 34px; letter-spacing: 0.5px; line-height: 1.3; margin-top: 56px; margin-bottom: 16px; }\n#post-15710 .entry-content h3 { text-transform: none !important; font-size: 22px; letter-spacing: 0.5px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 32px; margin-bottom: 12px; }\n#post-15710 .entry-content table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 18px; margin: 28px 0; }\n#post-15710 .entry-content th { background: #1a1a1a; color: #fff; padding: 11px 16px; text-align: left; }\n#post-15710 .entry-content td { padding: 11px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; }\n#post-15710 .entry-content tr:nth-child(odd) td { background: #f9f9f9; }\n#post-15710 .entry-content tr:nth-child(even) td { background: #fff; }\n<\/style>\n<div data-locale-router=\"v1\">\n<p>Shop save the dates: <a href=\"\/us\/browse\/save-the-date\/\">US<\/a> | <a href=\"\/browse\/save-the-date\/\">AU<\/a> | <a href=\"\/gb\/browse\/save-the-date\/\">UK<\/a> | <a href=\"\/ca\/browse\/save-the-date\/\">CA<\/a> | <a href=\"\/nz\/browse\/save-the-date\/\">NZ<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Getting the wording right on your save the date is easier than it looks. Unlike the formal invitation that follows, a save the date has one job: give guests the date, the general location, and enough information to block off their calendars. The tone can match your personality, from elegant and traditional to casual and playful. This guide walks through every element you need to include, then gives you 30+ ready-to-use wording examples sorted by scenario.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#f8f6f3;border-left:4px solid #c9a96e;padding:20px 24px;margin:28px 0;\">\n<strong>Save the Date Wording: At a Glance<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Couple names:<\/strong> first names only is fine for casual; full names for formal<\/li>\n<li><strong>The date:<\/strong> spell out the month for classic elegance; numeric format works for modern styles<\/li>\n<li><strong>City and state (or country):<\/strong> venue name optional at this stage<\/li>\n<li>&#8220;<strong>Save the date<\/strong>&#8221; or &#8220;<strong>Save our date<\/strong>&#8220;: explicit call to action for guests<\/li>\n<li>&#8220;<strong>Formal invitation to follow<\/strong>&#8220;: signals this is not the full invitation<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wedding website URL:<\/strong> strongly recommended; guests want the details early<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:0;font-size:0.9em;color:#666;\">Optional extras: RSVP deadline reminder, travel tip teaser, dress code hint<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>The Five Elements Every Save the Date Must Include<\/h2>\n<p>Every save the date, no matter the style or format, needs to answer five questions for your guests before they can do anything useful with the information.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Who Is Getting Married<\/h3>\n<p>Use both names clearly. For a casual card, first names work well: &#8220;Emma &#038; James&#8221; or &#8220;James and Emma.&#8221; For a formal announcement, full names give the right tone: &#8220;Emma Louise Carter and James William Brooke.&#8221; If you are incorporating family names in the announcement line (common in formal and traditional wording), list them after the couple&#8217;s names or as a separate line above.<\/p>\n<h3>2. The Date<\/h3>\n<p>Spell out the month for a classic look: &#8220;Saturday, the Fourteenth of June, Two Thousand and Twenty-Six.&#8221; For a modern or minimal card, a clean numeric or partial format reads well: &#8220;June 14, 2026&#8221; or &#8220;14.06.26.&#8221; Always include the day of the week so guests can immediately assess travel logistics.<\/p>\n<h3>3. City and General Location<\/h3>\n<p>You do not need to commit to a specific venue name at the save the date stage, many couples are still finalizing venue contracts when cards go out. City and state (or country for destination weddings) is enough: &#8220;Portland, Oregon&#8221; or &#8220;Tuscany, Italy.&#8221; If the venue is confirmed and distinctive, including it adds excitement: &#8220;Napa Valley, California.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3>4. The &#8220;Save the Date&#8221; Call to Action<\/h3>\n<p>The phrase &#8220;save the date&#8221; or &#8220;save our date&#8221; should appear prominently on the card, ideally as a header, not buried in running text. This tells recipients at a glance what the card is and what action they need to take.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Formal Invitation to Follow<\/h3>\n<p>This line is not optional. It tells guests that more details are coming and that this is not the full invitation. Without it, guests may assume the save the date IS the invitation and wait for RSVP instructions that are not there. Typical phrasing: &#8220;Formal invitation to follow,&#8221; &#8220;Invitation to follow,&#8221; or &#8220;Details to follow.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:center;margin:32px auto;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/std-paperlust-unredacted-14475-feat-01.jpg\" alt=\"Paperlust navy save the date card flatlay with white typography and matching envelope for Zahara and Emmanuel\" data-no-lazy=\"1\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:inline-block;border-radius:4px;\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Classic Save the Date Wording Examples (Formal and Semi-Formal)<\/h2>\n<p>Formal and semi-formal wording suits black-tie events, religious ceremonies, large guest lists, and any couple who wants their stationery to set a tone of elegance from the start.<\/p>\n<h3>Traditional Formal Wording<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nPlease save the date<br \/>\nfor the wedding of<\/p>\n<p>Emma Louise Carter<br \/>\nand<br \/>\nJames William Brooke<\/p>\n<p>Saturday, the Fourteenth of June, Two Thousand and Twenty-Six<br \/>\nPortland, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>Formal invitation to follow\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Semi-Formal with Location Detail<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nSave the Date<\/p>\n<p>Emma &#038; James<br \/>\nare getting married<\/p>\n<p>June 14, 2026<br \/>\nNapa Valley, California<\/p>\n<p>Invitation to follow\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Classic With Venue Name<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nSave Our Date<\/p>\n<p>Emma Carter and James Brooke<br \/>\nJune 14, 2026<br \/>\nThe Terrace at Elsinore, Portland, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>Formal invitation to follow\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Elegant Two-Line Format<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nSave the date for the wedding of Emma and James<br \/>\nJune 14, 2026 | Portland, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>Invitation to follow\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>With a Personal Touch (Semi-Formal)<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nWe found our person.<br \/>\nNow we hope you&#8217;ll save the date.<\/p>\n<p>Emma &#038; James<br \/>\nJune 14, 2026<br \/>\nPortland, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>Formal invitation to follow\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Casual and Informal Save the Date Wording<\/h2>\n<p>If your wedding has a relaxed vibe, your save the date should reflect it. Casual wording still needs to include the five essential elements. Only the tone shifts. For guidance on how casual phrasing works with addressing, timing, and plus-one etiquette, see our <a href=\"\/blog\/save-the-date-plus-one-etiquette\/\">save the date plus-one etiquette guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Casual and Warm<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nHey! Save the date.<br \/>\nEmma and James are tying the knot!<\/p>\n<p>June 14, 2026<br \/>\nPortland, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>Real invitation coming soon\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Fun and Conversational<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nBig news: we&#8217;re getting married!<\/p>\n<p>Emma &#038; James<br \/>\nJune 14, 2026 | Portland, OR<\/p>\n<p>More details on the way\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Short and Direct<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nSave the date<br \/>\nEmma + James<br \/>\nJune 14, 2026<br \/>\nPortland<\/p>\n<p>Invite coming soon\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Playful With a Nod to Your Story<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nAfter five years, four cities, and one very persistent dog,<br \/>\nwe finally said yes.<\/p>\n<p>Emma &#038; James | June 14, 2026 | Portland, Oregon<br \/>\nFormal invite incoming\n<\/div>\n<h3>City-Forward (Great for Destination Saves)<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nPortland is calling.<br \/>\nAnd so are we.<\/p>\n<p>Save the date for Emma &#038; James&#8217;s wedding<br \/>\nJune 14, 2026<\/p>\n<p>Invite to follow\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align:center;margin:32px auto;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/std-paperlust-unredacted-14475-inl2-02.jpg\" alt=\"Paperlust blush save the date card with embossed botanical motif styled with baby breath and silk ribbon\" data-no-lazy=\"1\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:inline-block;border-radius:4px;\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Destination Wedding Save the Date Wording<\/h2>\n<p>Destination wedding save the dates carry extra weight. Guests need more lead time to arrange flights, passports, and accommodation, and they need enough location information to start researching. Send destination save the dates 10-12 months before the wedding date.<\/p>\n<h3>International Destination (Classic)<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nPlease save the date<\/p>\n<p>Emma &#038; James<br \/>\ninvite you to celebrate their wedding in<\/p>\n<p>Tuscany, Italy<br \/>\nSaturday, October 3, 2026<\/p>\n<p>Destination details and invitation to follow<br \/>\nVisit our website for travel information: [yourwebsite.com]\n<\/div>\n<h3>Destination with Travel Teaser<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nPack your bags.<br \/>\nEmma and James are getting married in<br \/>\nSantorini, Greece<br \/>\nJune 14, 2026<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ve set aside a room block at [Hotel Name].<br \/>\nDetails at [yourwebsite.com]<\/p>\n<p>Formal invitation to follow\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Domestic Destination (Casual)<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nRoad trip, anyone?<\/p>\n<p>Emma &#038; James are celebrating in<br \/>\nJackson Hole, Wyoming<br \/>\nAugust 22, 2026<\/p>\n<p>Check [yourwebsite.com] for lodging recommendations<br \/>\nInvitation to follow\n<\/div>\n<h3>Destination Weekend Affair<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nSave the weekend<\/p>\n<p>Emma Carter and James Brooke<br \/>\nare getting married in<br \/>\nSedona, Arizona<\/p>\n<p>Friday, September 18 through Sunday, September 20, 2026<\/p>\n<p>Hotel block and itinerary at [yourwebsite.com]<br \/>\nFormal invitation to follow\n<\/div>\n<h2>Save the Date Wording With a Wedding Website URL<\/h2>\n<p>Including your wedding website URL on the save the date is now standard practice. It gives guests a place to find venue details, accommodation recommendations, your registry, and dress code guidance long before the formal invitation arrives. Keep the URL brief and easy to type, avoid long subdirectory paths.<\/p>\n<h3>Clean URL Placement (Formal)<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nSave the Date<\/p>\n<p>Emma Carter and James Brooke<br \/>\nJune 14, 2026 | Portland, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>emmanandjames.com<\/p>\n<p>Formal invitation to follow\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>With Website Intro Line (Casual)<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nEmma &#038; James are getting married!<br \/>\nJune 14, 2026 | Portland, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>Find us at emmanandjames.com for all the details<br \/>\nInvite coming soon\n<\/div>\n<h3>Website on Its Own Line (Minimalist)<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nSave our date<br \/>\nJune 14, 2026<br \/>\nPortland, Oregon<br \/>\nemmanandjames.com<br \/>\nInvitation to follow\n<\/div>\n<h3>Website CTA Format (Modern)<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nEmma &#038; James | June 14, 2026 | Portland<\/p>\n<p>RSVP and travel info at emmanandjames.com<br \/>\nFormal invitation to follow\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Formatting tip:<\/strong> Write your website URL in lowercase and without &#8220;www&#8221; for the cleanest visual result. If your URL is long, consider shortening it with a service like Zola&#8217;s free custom URL or a short domain you purchase just for the wedding.<\/p>\n<h2>Short Notice Save the Date Wording (Under 3 Months Out)<\/h2>\n<p>Life moves quickly, and not every engagement leads to a 12-month planning window. If you are sending save the dates less than 3 months before your wedding date, acknowledge the short notice directly, it removes awkwardness and helps guests prioritize. For a full breakdown of how timing affects your save the date strategy, see our <a href=\"\/blog\/save-the-date-timeline-2026\/\">save the date timeline guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Short Notice (Direct and Warm)<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nWe know this is short notice, but we hope you can make it.<\/p>\n<p>Emma &#038; James are getting married<br \/>\nAugust 2, 2026<br \/>\nPortland, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>Formal invitation to follow, details at [yourwebsite.com]\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Short Notice (Casual)<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nSurprise! We&#8217;re doing this fast.<\/p>\n<p>Emma &#038; James | August 2, 2026 | Portland<br \/>\nWe hope you can join us, more details incoming!\n<\/div>\n<h3>Short Notice with Urgency Note<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nWe&#8217;re getting married in 8 weeks!<\/p>\n<p>Emma Carter and James Brooke<br \/>\nAugust 2, 2026 | Portland, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>If you need to arrange travel, please visit [yourwebsite.com]<br \/>\nFormal invitation to follow shortly\n<\/div>\n<h3>Long Engagement Variation (18+ Months Out)<\/h3>\n<p>If you are announcing very early, a brief note sets expectations and explains the long lead time.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nWe wanted to give you plenty of time to plan!<\/p>\n<p>Emma &#038; James<br \/>\nare getting married on<br \/>\nOctober 3, 2027<br \/>\nPortland, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>Formal invitation to follow closer to the date\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Postponed or Rescheduled Wedding<\/h3>\n<p>If your wedding was postponed or rescheduled, a save the date that clearly notes the change prevents confusion.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nUpdated Save the Date<\/p>\n<p>Emma &#038; James have rescheduled their wedding to<br \/>\nSeptember 12, 2026<br \/>\nPortland, Oregon<br \/>\n(Previously scheduled for May 3, 2026)<\/p>\n<p>Invitation with full details to follow\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Elopement and Post-Wedding Reception Save the Date Wording<\/h2>\n<p>Not all save the dates announce a future ceremony. If you eloped privately and are now planning a reception, or if you hosted an intimate ceremony and want to celebrate with a larger group, these examples adapt the format to fit.<\/p>\n<h3>Elopement Announcement (Post-Ceremony)<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nWe did it!<\/p>\n<p>Emma &#038; James got married on February 14, 2026<br \/>\nand now we want to celebrate with you.<\/p>\n<p>Save the date for our wedding reception<br \/>\nJune 14, 2026 | Portland, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>Invitation to follow\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Elopement Followed by Celebration (Warm)<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nWe eloped. We&#8217;re thrilled. And we want to celebrate with you.<\/p>\n<p>Join Emma &#038; James<br \/>\nfor a wedding celebration<br \/>\nJune 14, 2026 | Portland, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>Invite incoming!\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Intimate Ceremony + Larger Reception<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nEmma Carter and James Brooke<br \/>\nexchanged vows in an intimate ceremony on March 1, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>They invite you to join their wedding celebration<br \/>\nSaturday, June 14, 2026<br \/>\nPortland, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>Formal invitation to follow\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Micro Wedding (Ceremony + All Guests)<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:3px solid #ddd;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0;font-style:italic;\">\nSmall ceremony. Big celebration.<\/p>\n<p>Emma &#038; James<br \/>\nJune 14, 2026 | Portland, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;re keeping the ceremony intimate,<br \/>\nbut we&#8217;d love for you to be there for the party.<\/p>\n<p>Invitation to follow\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align:center;margin:32px auto;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/std-4-fix-after-h23.jpeg\" alt=\"Close-up watercolor venue illustration save the date postcard\" data-no-lazy=\"1\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:inline-block;border-radius:4px;\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Save the Date vs Invitation Wording: Key Differences<\/h2>\n<p>Couples frequently overthink save the date wording because they conflate it with invitation wording conventions. The two serve completely different purposes, and the expectations around tone, formality, and content differ significantly.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:24px 0;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;padding:11px 16px;text-align:left;\">Element<\/th>\n<th style=\"background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;padding:11px 16px;text-align:left;\">Save the Date<\/th>\n<th style=\"background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;padding:11px 16px;text-align:left;\">Formal Invitation<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Primary purpose<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Reserve the date on guest calendars<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Formally request attendance; provide full details<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#fff;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">When sent<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">6-12 months before the wedding<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">6-8 weeks before the wedding<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Venue specificity<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">City and state sufficient<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Full venue name and address required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#fff;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">RSVP<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Not included (website link only)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">RSVP card or online RSVP link with deadline<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Dress code<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Optional hint only<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Stated clearly if applicable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#fff;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Formality level<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Can match couple&#8217;s personality freely<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Traditional etiquette applies more strictly<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Must include<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">5 elements above + &#8220;formal invitation to follow&#8221;<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Full ceremony details, host lines, RSVP, enclosures<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#fff;\">\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Guest list<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Only confirmed guests you will invite<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:11px 16px;\">Final confirmed guest list<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>The Host Line Question<\/h3>\n<p>Traditional wedding invitations open with a host line naming who is hosting the event (&#8220;Together with their families, Emma and James&#8230;&#8221;). Save the dates do not require a host line. The couple&#8217;s names front and center is completely sufficient etiquette-wise at this stage.<\/p>\n<h3>The RSVP Question<\/h3>\n<p>Do not include an RSVP deadline or card with your save the date. Its only job is to secure the date. Mixing RSVP instructions in creates confusion because the formal invitation will also request an RSVP, and guests may assume they have already responded. Direct them to your wedding website for any early headcount questions.<\/p>\n<h3>The Plus-One Question<\/h3>\n<p>Save the dates are addressed to specific named guests or households, &#8220;Emma Smith and Guest&#8221; or &#8220;The Johnson Family.&#8221; You are not obligated to specify whether a plus-one has been granted at this stage, but if the invitation will be addressed to a specific person only, avoid addressing the save the date to &#8220;and Guest.&#8221; This creates an expectation that is difficult to walk back.<\/p>\n<p>Browse the full range of <a href=\"\/us\/browse\/save-the-date\/\">save the date cards<\/a> at Paperlust to find designs that fit your wording style, from minimalist cards that give your words room to breathe, to bold typographic styles where the layout becomes part of the message. Each design can be customized to match your exact copy, print method (digital, flat foil, letterpress, metallic, and more), and paper stock.<\/p>\n<p>For design and style inspiration beyond wording, the <a href=\"\/blog\/save-the-date-ideas-guide\/\" class=\"broken_link\">save the date ideas and design guide<\/a> covers format options, photo vs no-photo, and how to match your STD to your invitation suite.<\/p>\n<p>&#8212;<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is the difference between save the date and invitation wording?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Save the date wording is shorter and simpler than invitation wording. 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