Don’t assume if you tell the parents verbally because you run into them at the grocery store, they will pass along the message. Always respond in the manner in which the couple requested.
Q: May a guest RSVP by email rather than using the card?Ī: Traditionally, RSVPs arrived through USPS but for efficiency’s sake, an email will suffice-only if it is an option on the RSVP card. Unless you think it is an oversight because they omitted your married partner, they may be watching the headcount and are keeping the guest list to a minimum.
#When should guests rsvp by for a wedding plus#
Does a guest still have to respond within the first week?Ī: Even though there is a long period between receiving the invitation and the due date to respond, sooner is always better than later, and the bride and groom will appreciate your prompt response-so will the wedding planner! Q: As a guest, can I add a special request to the RSVP?Ī: If your special request is asking if you can add a plus one, avoid the urge to break the protocol. Ask for a response within 24 hours to get an accurate headcount. The guest may say they are still uncertain or have to speak with their partner if they have lost the invitation. Then ask if they plan on attending and say something pleasant like, the happy couple are looking forward to seeing you. Select someone who will make the call with a pleasant voice to ask your guest, first of all, if they received the invitation. Q: May I call a guest who has not responded?Ī: Absolutely. Plan to have an RSVP deadline of 3 to 4 weeks before the event. Q: What should determine my RSVP deadline?Ī: The caterer will want an accurate headcount to ensure they have plenty of food and drink, so it is important to set the deadline with enough time. This is why you have a bit more grace period than you would with another social invitation. Once you decide, having checked the price of flights and hotel fees, respond asap. A week leaves room to look at the calendar, determine your schedule and decide if it fits in your timeframe and budget.
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Today’s blog covers wedding RSVP etiquette Q&As, including the appropriate timeline for sending back an RSVP.Ĭommonly Asked Wedding RSVP Etiquette Questions Q: What is the grace period for an RSVP?Ī: When a guest receives an invitation, they should send a response back within a week. These guests are still on the fence, shopping for a better option, have misplaced the invitation or forgotten. Traditionally once the invitation arrives, many people will respond right away, with second-tier responses coming in a little slower within the next month. One of the most frustrating details a wedding planner must deal with is not hearing back (RSVP) from guests in a timely manner.
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