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Dedicated June 2014

send reminder for rsvps or no?

bridetobe874, on April 29, 2014 at 9:33 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 16

Ok so my rsvp date is by may 10th. Next week. And I have only gotten 2 rsvps back.

Do I send out a reminder? My fh said to post something on facebook but I don't know what to say. My aunt has been calling me everyday because she needs a count for the food and I can't give her one.

Did you send out a reminder or anything. advice needed. Tia

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Latest activity by JanuaryWedding, on May 1, 2014 at 12:50 AM
  • Heather A
    Master September 2014
    Heather A ·
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    Nope don't send a reminder, you told them by the 10th so they still have another week. If you don't hear from them by the 10th start calling them.

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  • MichiganBride104
    VIP October 2014
    MichiganBride104 ·
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    Do not post on Facebook. That is just rubbing it in peoples faces that aren't invited. I would make some calls or depending on your relationship with the guest, send a text. :-)

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  • B
    Dedicated June 2014
    bridetobe874 ·
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    Its mostly fh family. So I'm not really close with any of them.

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  • Allyson
    Master May 2014
    Allyson ·
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    I wouldn't post anything on Facebook because I'm sure you have Facebook friends that weren't invited. FH did text a few friends that he knows are forgetful (only close friends) and said, "I hope you're able to make it!" to remind them, but only a few days before. Our RSVP deadline is tomorrow, but we'll wait until this weekend to start calling in case people mail them on the deadline.

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  • Katydid
    VIP May 2014
    Katydid ·
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    Call or text them after the deadline.

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  • B
    Dedicated June 2014
    bridetobe874 ·
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    Okay. I will text/ call or have fh after may 10th. Thanks ladies

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  • Geysa
    Expert March 2015
    Geysa ·
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    Wait until the deadline then contact them. Maybe a private message through Facebook.

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  • Meg
    Devoted May 2014
    Meg ·
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    My RSVPs are due in 2 days and I've hardly gotten any back. I'm waiting until next week to start calling people. I think some people think the deadline is the day to put it in the mail. Or they're just rude-ass people who can't be bothered to grab a pen, check a box and seal and mail an addressed, stamped envelope... either way, give them a few days even after the 10th if you can.

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  • lilchr09
    Dedicated May 2014
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    Oh man those rsvp's are a pain in the rear.... my deadline is may 3rd as my wedding is may 10th, n i have sent friendly texts just letting them know i havent gotten their response n hopefully they will be joining us.

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  • Pezzy
    Master May 2014
    Pezzy ·
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    You see someone in passing, it can't hurt at this point to mention something, if the subject comes up organically.

    My deadline is Saturday... We still have 100 people to hear from.

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  • Mrs. Clark To Be
    Devoted July 2014
    Mrs. Clark To Be ·
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    I recently sent our invites out (last Monday) and have received at least one RSVP a day, so I can totally feel for you to have only received 2, with your deadline approaching. Our deadline is May 31 and FH and I agreed that mid way to the date (May 15 ish) We will give people a call or text to remind them that the deadline is quickly approaching, and we HAVE to have an exact count. I def considered posting something on fb... and may still do so.. the only thing holding me back is like @allyson mentioned people have not received an invite may feel awkward or question you about receiving an invite.

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  • Meredith
    Super May 2014
    Meredith ·
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    Today was our due date and we are missing 13 RSVPs but are waiting until Monday to start calling/asking for them, we got a bunch yesterday and today, so I'm sure we'll get at least a few more by the weekend.

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  • K
    Savvy May 2014
    KNL ·
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    Ours are due this Friday and are still missing about 1/3. I made a facebook "invite" last Friday with the people who still hadn't responded as I know a few friends of mine never even received their invite (it was a private event so only those I included on it could see it, not just anyone). I just worded it as that just in case others had misplaced their invite or never received it to feel free to put their attendance in there. I also worded it so they knew they weren't being called out. Still only about half of the people responded to that Smiley sad At this point if they haven't responded by Friday and they show up to the wedding and their name isn't on a table assignment, I will not feel bad about it.

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  • TexasBeThyFrontier
    Super September 2014
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    You can post wedding-related stuff on Facebook IF you create a custom list of wedding guests and specify that X post is only to post for those recipients on the custom list. See the aptly-titled: "How to talk about your wedding on Facebook without pissing people off" on Offbeat Bride.

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  • TexasBeThyFrontier
    Super September 2014
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    I just set up my custom list on FB, and I've been posting things here and there about travel options since the vast majority of people will be traveling but it's too early to send out invitations. I think I'll also post stuff about this half/full marathon in the area since I have a decent amount of runners who will be attending. It's more casual than sending out an email, so it works for some topics. I think a friendly FB reminder would be fine on a custom list.

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  • JanuaryWedding
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    JanuaryWedding ·
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    I'd wait a few days and then do calls and texts. I'm co-hosting my best friends baby shower and out of 20+ people, most didn't RSVP before the deadline.

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