Do people usually respond after receiving Save the Dates?

I was surprised when I had a couple people inform me they got to STD. I never respond.

We sent out close to 80 save the dates and only my girlfriends responded lol i figured they would be the only ones who would

I never responded to STD's

A save the date isn't something you normally respond to its a heads up were getting married thats it

I don't think people see it as necessary because it's not the formal invite. Also keep in mind you know all those perfect details but it's most of your guests first official glimpse into your wedding day. Don't let it get you down!

Psshhhh my dad who lives out of state and I didn't announce my engagement to didn't even text me to tell me congrats after getting my STD. I texted a couple people to make sure they got it though because I sent them during the holidays

I feel as through most people do not respond now days.

Just a few people here, too.

No, I don't respond to them, no matter how cute they are. I put it on the fridge, put the date in my head, and know that a wedding is coming up in 10 months. Then, I wait for the formal invitation, and regardless of my response, they'll get it immediately.

Remember, a STD is a relatively new cultural item. It does not require an iota of a response from a recipient. Frankly, I think they cause more trouble than they intercept, but couples love having nice photos of themselves taken and used to headline their announcement of marriage. That's all they are. I'm not sure compiling a guest list a year out is wise, but this is the new culture. In any event, don't expect accolades of praise, just add those recipients to your formal guest list. When all is said and done, isn't that the point of STDs?

Believe it or not, some older relatives thought they were super duper early invites. Lol. Most did not respond. It is just like an announcement that your getting married. Gives out of town guest time to plan for travel.

A few people said they received them and complimented them, and maybe three couples reached out to say whether they thought they'd make it (which was not necessary or expected).