{"id":5307,"date":"2026-05-08T14:00:45","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T21:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/?p=5307"},"modified":"2026-05-08T14:35:34","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T21:35:34","slug":"when-to-send-save-the-dates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/when-to-send-save-the-dates\/","title":{"rendered":"When To Send Save The Dates For Your Wedding"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>One of the first big wedding planning questions couples ask is when to send <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/save-the-date\/\">save the dates<\/a>. Sending them at the right time gives guests plenty of notice to plan ahead, especially for destination weddings, holiday weekends, and celebrations with out-of-town travel.<\/p>\n<p>Most couples send save the dates about 6 to 8 months before the wedding. If you\u2019re planning a destination wedding or getting married during a busy travel season, sending them earlier is usually best.<\/p>\n<p>Below, we\u2019ll break down exactly when to send save the dates based on your wedding plans, plus what to include before they go out.<\/p>\n<h2>When Should You Send Save the Dates?<\/h2>\n<p>The best time to send save the dates depends on your wedding location, travel expectations, and guest list.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a quick general timeline:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Local weddings: 4 to 6 months before the wedding<\/li>\n<li>Most weddings: 6 to 8 months before the wedding<\/li>\n<li>Destination weddings: 8 to 12 months before the wedding<\/li>\n<li>Holiday weekends or international travel: closer to 9 to 12 months ahead<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The more travel and coordination your guests need, the earlier you should send your save the dates.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/save-the-date\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-76390\" src=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/251111_SFLY_S14_CS_Product_NYC_028.jpg\" alt=\"Dockside Moment Save The Date\" width=\"2556\" height=\"2373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/251111_SFLY_S14_CS_Product_NYC_028.jpg 2556w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/251111_SFLY_S14_CS_Product_NYC_028-300x279.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/251111_SFLY_S14_CS_Product_NYC_028-1024x951.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/251111_SFLY_S14_CS_Product_NYC_028-768x713.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/251111_SFLY_S14_CS_Product_NYC_028-1536x1426.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/251111_SFLY_S14_CS_Product_NYC_028-2048x1901.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/251111_SFLY_S14_CS_Product_NYC_028-85x79.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2556px) 100vw, 2556px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>When to Send Save the Dates for Local Weddings<\/h2>\n<p>If most of your guests live nearby and won\u2019t need flights or hotel accommodations, sending save the dates about 4 to 6 months before the wedding is usually enough time.<\/p>\n<p>This timeline works well for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hometown weddings<\/li>\n<li>Local venues<\/li>\n<li>Smaller guest lists<\/li>\n<li>Short engagement timelines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Even for local weddings, save the dates are still helpful if you\u2019re getting married during a busy season or on a popular holiday weekend.<\/p>\n<h2>When to Send Save the Dates for Destination Weddings<\/h2>\n<p>Destination weddings usually require more advance notice since guests may need to request time off work, book flights, reserve hotels, and arrange childcare or travel plans.<\/p>\n<p>For destination weddings, it\u2019s best to send save the dates 8 to 12 months before the wedding date.<\/p>\n<p>This includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Beach weddings<\/li>\n<li>International weddings<\/li>\n<li>Mountain or resort weddings<\/li>\n<li>Weddings that require significant travel for most guests<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you already have hotel block information or a wedding website ready, include it with your save the dates so guests can start planning early.<\/p>\n<h2>Should You Send Save the Dates for a Short Engagement?<\/h2>\n<p>Yes. Even if your engagement is short, save the dates can still be useful.<\/p>\n<p>If your wedding is only a few months away, send save the dates as soon as your venue and guest list are confirmed. In some cases, couples may skip traditional save the dates and move directly to wedding invitations instead.<\/p>\n<p>A good rule of thumb:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If invitations are going out within the next couple of months, you may not need separate save the dates.<\/li>\n<li>If guests still need advance notice to travel or plan ahead, save the dates are still worth sending.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/save-the-date\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-76195\" src=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/25_04_SFLY_CS_InSitu_S13_04-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"hands holding a pink save the date card on a desktop\" width=\"2560\" height=\"2443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/25_04_SFLY_CS_InSitu_S13_04-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/25_04_SFLY_CS_InSitu_S13_04-300x286.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/25_04_SFLY_CS_InSitu_S13_04-1024x977.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/25_04_SFLY_CS_InSitu_S13_04-768x733.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/25_04_SFLY_CS_InSitu_S13_04-1536x1466.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/25_04_SFLY_CS_InSitu_S13_04-2048x1954.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/25_04_SFLY_CS_InSitu_S13_04-85x81.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>What to Include on a Save the Date<\/h2>\n<p>Save the dates do not need every wedding detail finalized yet. Their main purpose is to let guests know the date and location so they can plan ahead.<\/p>\n<p>Most save the dates include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The couple\u2019s names<\/li>\n<li>Wedding date<\/li>\n<li>City and state<\/li>\n<li>\u201cFormal invitation to follow\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Wedding website URL (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For destination weddings, you can also include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Resort or hotel information<\/li>\n<li>Travel recommendations<\/li>\n<li>Weekend wedding dates for multi-day celebrations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Do Save the Dates Need Photos?<\/h2>\n<p>No, but engagement photos are one of the most popular save the date styles.<\/p>\n<p>Some couples choose:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Full-photo save the dates<\/li>\n<li>Photo collages<\/li>\n<li>Minimalist typography designs<\/li>\n<li>Illustrated or floral designs<\/li>\n<li>Destination-inspired themes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your save the dates often give guests their first glimpse of your wedding style, colors, or overall aesthetic.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/save-the-date\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-76392 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/24_07_SFLY_Wedding_0445-2-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"delicate florals save the date\" width=\"1708\" height=\"2560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/24_07_SFLY_Wedding_0445-2-scaled.jpg 1708w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/24_07_SFLY_Wedding_0445-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/24_07_SFLY_Wedding_0445-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/24_07_SFLY_Wedding_0445-2-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/24_07_SFLY_Wedding_0445-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/24_07_SFLY_Wedding_0445-2-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/24_07_SFLY_Wedding_0445-2-57x85.jpg 57w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1708px) 100vw, 1708px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Can You Send Save the Dates by Text or Email?<\/h2>\n<p>Digital save the dates are becoming more common, especially for smaller weddings or shorter engagements.<\/p>\n<p>Printed save the dates are still the more traditional option, but email and text save the dates can work well for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Casual weddings<\/li>\n<li>Smaller guest lists<\/li>\n<li>Last-minute celebrations<\/li>\n<li>Tech-forward couples<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you choose digital save the dates, make sure guests can easily save the date, access your wedding website, and find future <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/wedding-invitations\/\">wedding invitation<\/a> details later on.<\/p>\n<h2>Save the Date FAQs<\/h2>\n<h3>Do you send save the dates to everyone?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Everyone who receives a save the date should also receive a wedding invitation later on. Only send save the dates to guests you are definitely planning to invite.<\/p>\n<h3>Is 3 months too early to send save the dates?<\/h3>\n<p>Three months is usually considered late rather than early. Most couples send them at least 4 to 6 months before the wedding.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you send save the dates before booking everything?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. You typically only need:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your wedding date<\/li>\n<li>Your venue or city<\/li>\n<li>Your guest list<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Many couples send save the dates before finalizing invitations, timelines, menus, or d\u00e9cor details.<\/p>\n<h3>Do save the dates need envelopes?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Traditional printed save the dates are mailed in envelopes, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/save-the-date\/?card-format=Magnets\">save the date magnets<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Custom envelopes, recipient addressing, and coordinated <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/wedding-cards-stationery\/\">wedding stationery<\/a> can also help create a more polished presentation.<\/p>\n<h2>Start Designing Your Save the Dates<\/h2>\n<p>Once your wedding date and location are confirmed, sending save the dates is one of the most exciting early steps in the planning process. Whether you\u2019re planning a destination wedding, a backyard celebration, or a formal black-tie event, giving guests advance notice helps everyone prepare for the celebration ahead.<\/p>\n<p>Browse save the date cards, magnets, and photo designs to find a style that matches your wedding vision and gives guests a first look at the celebration to come.<\/p>\n<p>Additional Resources:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/save-the-dates-vs-wedding-invitations-whats-the-difference\/\">Save the Dates vs Wedding Invitations<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/save-the-date-wording\/\">What to Include on a Save the Date<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/wedding-save-the-date-magnets-vs-cards-how-to-choose\/\">Wedding Save the Date Magnets vs. Cards<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn when to send save the dates for local, destination, and holiday weddings, plus what to include and timeline tips for wedding planning.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":76422,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[59,2968,12],"tags":[3711,3345,3217,3246],"class_list":["post-5307","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-cards-and-stationery","category-save-the-date","category-wedding","tag-guides","tag-wedding-ideas","tag-wedding-planning","tag-wedding-stationery","entry"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/save-the-date-featured.png","author_info":{"display_name":"Shutterfly Community","author_link":"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/author\/shutterfly\/"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.6 (Yoast SEO v27.6) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>When to Send Save the Dates | Shutterfly<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn when to send save the dates for local, destination, and holiday weddings, plus what to include and timeline tips for wedding planning.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/when-to-send-save-the-dates\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"When To Send Save The Dates For Your Wedding\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Learn when to send save the dates for local, destination, and holiday weddings, plus what to include and timeline tips for wedding planning.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/when-to-send-save-the-dates\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Ideas &amp; 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