Your Guide to Stationary

Wedding stationery is more than just paper. It is the first glimpse of your wedding day for your guests, a way to share important details, and an opportunity to reflect your personality and style. While there are many ways to DIY, this guide focuses on understanding the key elements, what to include, and how to make your stationery both practical and beautiful.

Save the Dates

Save the dates are your guests’ first heads up about your wedding. They are typically sent six to twelve months before the wedding and should include:

• Your names

• Wedding date

• Location or city

• A note that a formal invitation will follow

• Wedding website, if you have one

Save the dates set the tone and style for your wedding and help guests plan ahead for travel or accommodations.

Invitation Suite

The invitation suite is the centerpiece of your wedding stationery. It communicates the essential details and sets the style for your day. Common elements include:

• Main invitation: Names of the couple, date, time, and venue

• RSVP card: Includes a deadline for response and a way to reply, whether by mail or online

• Details card: Can include travel information, lodging suggestions, attire guidance, and other logistics

• Envelope addressing: Adds a polished, personal touch

When designing your suite, think about hierarchy of information, clarity, and style. Make sure guests can easily read and understand the key details.

Wedding Programs

Wedding programs are handed out at the ceremony and provide your guests with a roadmap of the day. They usually include:

• Order of events for the ceremony

• Names of your wedding party

• Readings or songs

• Any special acknowledgments or notes

Programs can be as simple or decorative as you like, and they are especially helpful for ceremonies with multiple elements or unfamiliar rituals.

Menus

While technically part of stationery, menus and small signs help your guests know what to expect and guide them through your day. Consider including:

• Full menu noting allergens

• Bar or drink options

  
  

Thank You Notes

Thank you notes are a meaningful way to show gratitude for gifts, presence, and support. Send them after the wedding and include:

• A personal note expressing your appreciation

• A reference to the gift or moment shared

• Warm closing and signature

Many couples order matching stationery to tie in the style of their wedding invitations and suite.

Tips for Coordinating Your Stationery

• Keep a consistent color palette, font style, and overall tone across all pieces

• Double check all spelling, dates, and times

• Consider your audience and accessibility of information

• Share digital copies on your wedding website when needed

Your stationery is the first impression your guests will have of your wedding. Thoughtful, clear, and cohesive details make your celebration feel intentional and beautifully put together.