When to Send Out Wedding Thank You Cards

Congratulations on tying the knot! Now that you’re settling into your new life as newlyweds it’s time for sending wedding thank you cards. This is one of the most important things you’ll do post-wedding. (PRO TIP: Book the Weddings & Events by Raina Luxury Planning Package and we will write them all for you!)

It is important to note that thank you cards should be sent out within three months after your celebration. But within that three-month window, there are certain timelines you should follow. If you received gifts before your wedding day, you should send a thank you card within two to three weeks. For all other gifts given on the big day, the wedding thank you cards should be sent within four to six weeks. This gives you and your partner enough time to enjoy the post-wedding bliss before getting into your thank-you card writing game. Just be sure to avoid these common thank you note errors!!

Another factor to consider is the size of your wedding. If you had a larger wedding, you should start sending thank you cards as soon as possible. Divide the task between you and your spouse, don’t stress yourselves over taking care of everything. It will definitely take time, but it’s important to thank all of your guests individually for making your big day absolutely enjoyable.

If you’re having a destination wedding, there’s no need to worry! These have a different timeline when it comes to sending out wedding thank you cards. You should send them within three months of your return from your honeymoon. Everyone understands that after such an eventful moment, it would take you time to bounce back.

Lastly, it’s important to personalize your wedding thank you cards. Make sure to use your guests’ names and the gift they gave you. Mention how much you appreciate them sharing in your special day. You don’t want to send out a generic message. You may choose to add photos to the card to add bit of pizzazz to it!

Sending out wedding thank you cards after your celebration is important. It shows appreciation to your guests who attended and shared in the special day with you. The timeline for sending out wedding thank you cards depends on some factors such as the size of your wedding, destination, and when the gifts were given. Need additional assistance? Be sure to sneak a peek at our How To Write A Thank You Note step by step guide. You will have no trouble writing and sending thank you cards that are impressive and appreciated. Happy writing!

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