Ordering Guidelines for Your Wedding Paper Goods

June 8, 2015 In Weddings

Ordering Guidelines for Your Wedding Paper Goods

How many do I need?

I spend a lot of time consulting brides when it comes to producing pieces for their wedding. Think of me as a quasi-bridesmaid! It’s hard to factor how many extras you really need – or are you being oversold items…

So, here are billet-doux’s best practices for your burning questions about printed goods ordering guidelines:

1) Invitations & Save the Dates: You should order one for each individual, couple or family that you’re inviting. (Anyone over 18-years-old should receive a separate invite.) Order 10% more for any last-minute guests, returned mail and a little momento for yourself.

2) Menus: Order one for each wedding guest and a few extras as a keepsake for your scrapbook.

3) Place Cards: You will need one per couple or guest, but we also like providing a few extra BLANK cards in case there are any last minute changes.

4) Program Books: This is an area where we really tell our brides that they can cut. This can easily turn into a big waste of money! I suggest ordering 75% of your headcount – some brides go as low as 50%. Again, don’t forget to keep one for yourself.

Another tidbit: Give your invitation suite to your photographer – or bring to your wedding, if you can remember! – and have it photographed on site of your special day. After all, it does set the tone of your fabulous affair!