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Your complete wedding stationery timeline — when to order everything
From save the dates twelve months out to thank you cards after the big day — exactly when to order each piece, and why leaving it too late is the most common regret we hear.
9 min read . Updated June 2025
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Wording & Etiquette
Wedding invitation wording — examples & etiquette
The exact phrasing for every family situation, from traditional to blended families and everything in between.
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Print Finishes
Foil vs digital printing — which is right for you?
An honest comparison of cost, lead time, and look — so you can choose with confidence, not guesswork.
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On the Day
The complete on-the-day stationery checklist
Every piece you'll need for the day itself, from table plans to order of service — and what's easy to forget.
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Planning & Timelines
How many invitations should you actually order?
The simple formula for working out your final number — plus why ordering a few extra always pays off.
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Planning & Timelines
Save the date vs invitation — what's the difference?
What information belongs on each, and how to keep your messaging consistent across
both.
both.
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Style & Inspiration
Choosing a wedding colour palette that suits your stationery
How to translate a Pinterest mood board into print-ready colours that hold up on paper, not just on screen.
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Print Finishes
Letterpress vs embossing — a tactile finish comparison
Both add texture rather than colour — here's how to decide which one fits your design and budget.
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Wording & Etiquette
How to address wedding invitation envelopes correctly
Formal, informal, and everything between — plus what to do when you're unsure of someone's title.
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Wording & Etiquette
RSVP card wording — and how to actually get replies on time
The small wording changes that make guests far more likely to respond before your deadline.
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