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I N V I T A T I O N S + F AV O R S Paper elements are the most effective way to translate your theme throughout the entire event. Here’s a list of the various paper elements to consider: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
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PLANNING
invitations + favors
Save-the-Date Cards Ceremony Cards Reception Cards Response Cards Directions (ceremony to reception) Ceremony Program Menu Cards Table Number Cards Escort Cards (for specific table) Place Cards (for specific seat) Tags for favors Welcome Sign Thank You Notes Announcements
Send your save-the-date cards as soon as the location is booked, especially if the wedding date falls on or near a holiday or school break. A word of caution—avoid committing yourself until you’re absolutely sure of how many guests your budget can accommodate. Once your save-the-date cards have been sent, you’re committed. Today’s favor selections are vast and varied. From themed and scented, to edible and decorative, they’ve evolved into much more than a token gift. Enhance a favor’s value by having it serve a dual role as an element of decor and a departing gift. Let glass votives provide a home for tealights or become miniature vases for flowers, or stage place cards in a stylish, themed holder that guests take at the end of the reception. Another option is to select a wrap or type of packaging that adds some panache to your table décor. Enclose the favor of your choice in an organza or burlap bag that brings out the color of your décor, or use a decorative box to lend a bit of architecture to your table.
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THE VENUE Once you have a solid estimate of your guest count, begin the venue search. Choosing a venue is very much like going house hunting. Having a list of your top wants will save you time. Start by asking yourself a few questions: