Sending out your save the dates is an exciting milestone, it’s the first official announcement of your wedding day and gives guests a glimpse of what’s to come. But with that little card comes a lot of questions, especially for guests who haven’t attended a wedding in a while (or ever!).
To make things easier, here’s a breakdown of what to include on your Save the Date, and what details can come with your invitation.
1. Do guest's need to RSVP?”
Short answer: No.
Save the dates are not RSVP cards, they’re simply a heads-up so your guests can lock in the date. RSVPs will be requested later, when the formal invitations are sent, usually around 3–4 months before the wedding.
💡 Tip: If you’re having a destination wedding or your guests will need to book accommodation, include a separate details card with your save the date. This can outline hotel options, booking codes, and general travel tips, without needing to cram everything into the main card.
2. Venue Details
This one can trip people up!
Your save the date should include the city and state (or region) of your wedding to give guests a general idea of location. If you want to keep the name of the venue a secret for now, this is perfectly fine to leave out if you wish.
But of course you can list the name of the venue (e.g. “Bendooley Estate, NSW”), but avoid getting into specific locations within the venue like “The Book Barn” or reception times. That’s what the formal invitation is for.
3. What about plus one's?
Your save the date is a great opportunity to make the guest list clear from the start. At White Cherry Invitations, FREE guest name printing on both the save the date card and the envelope is included, so each card is professionally personalised.
✔ If a card is addressed to “Emily Carter,” she’ll know she’s invited solo.
✔ If you’re including a plus-one, address it to “Emily Carter and Guest” or “Emily Carter and James Smith.”
This small detail helps avoid confusion and questions down the track.
Your save the dates are a simple but powerful tool to help guests plan ahead. While you don’t need to include all the wedding details just yet, being clear about names, location, and travel helps guests feel more prepared and excited.
Ready to start planning yours? Explore our save the date collection here.
