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rvsp Wording

Nia, on October 12, 2018 at 3:45 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 4

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Hey everyone! The wedding website is complete and STDs went out, I just need advice on the wording of this RSVP section:

"Enter your name and/or the names of invited guests/plus ones/family members below to RSVP for our wedding ceremony and reception. We are beyond excited for your response and would love your presence on our day. We kindly request your response by November 1, 2018.

Pleasr understand that if you RSVP and accept, you are indicating that you are attending the event(s) that you RSVP'd for and will receive an official invitation. Keep in mind, we are paying for your attendance."

The last part is to prevent no shows. Let me know what you guys think

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Latest activity by Nia, on October 12, 2018 at 4:36 PM

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Kelly · on October 12, 2018 at 3:59 PM
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I wouldn’t have people RSVP to the save the date and say that is the only way to receive an invite. People can’t make plans that far in advance and I think this might create a big headache for you. I would remove any RSVP info from your website until invites go out 6-8 weeks before the wedding.
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Melissa · on October 12, 2018 at 4:09 PM
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Sounds like a lot of extra headaches and work. Honestly, most people won't be able to commit to something so early in advance. The save the dates are really just for the purpose of letting people keep your event in mind. If you're really worried about that many no shows, maybe rethink the guest list? I understand your intention, but I'll be honest, if I received that on a save the date card, I wouldn't plan to attend the wedding. It makes it sound like to much commitment too early on.
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Courtney · on October 12, 2018 at 4:24 PM
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I agree with PPs, it’s rare people will be able to say yes or no at a save the date point. Save the dates should really be sent so people can make travel plans and avoid making other commitments if possible, think about if they need time off work etc, not a guarentee they can make it. Also I understand your intention reminding people that you’re paying for their attendance but people know this so it could come across as pushy. As someone you’re inviting to celebrate you and your FS’s day, I don’t think it’s nice to remind me you’re shelling out money for my dinner.
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Nia · on October 12, 2018 at 4:36 PM
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You guys are right, we'll leave the option to RSVP up on the site but definitely won't set a date yet. In our defense, everyone who is invited pretty much has been waiting for our wedding for a year and a half lol.. so they've known about it and the date for a while. But thank you ladies, definitely appreciate the feedback.
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