You may even be asking yourself… do you really need RSVP cards at all?Īs a rule of thumb, you should always include a response card, and envelope, and add postage and a return address on the envelope to make it easy for guests to respond. When you’re crunching those numbers and budgeting for invitations, it can be surprising to see how many enclosures are actually included in the assembly of an invitation. Instead, you’ll have an accurate number to give to your caterer so you do not overspend - or worse, run out of food. Since you typically pay per plate, they want to ensure they make enough food to feed your guests and also charge you the appropriate amount per guest at your reception.īy including RSVP cards with ivnites, you won’t be guessing who is going to show up. :) Why do you need to include RSVP cards with invitations?Ī few weeks prior to your wedding, your caterer will need a headcount: the total number of guests who are confirmed to attend. It is usually included as a card enclosure in your wedding invitation, along with an envelope that is pre-stamped with postage and addressed back to you, so guests can easily check “yes” or “no” and indicate a meal preference, then send it back in the mail. An RSVP card, also known as a response card, is necessary to ask guests whether they can attend your wedding.
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