Sending Save the Dates to the B List Guest?

I just didn't bother with STDs. Saved the money and didn't have to figure out if someone was on the "B" list until time to send out invites. STDs are a relatively new thing and they were something I didn't mind doing without. My OOT guests are all family, and I talk to them often enough that they know when my wedding is, so they are able to plan and prepare for it without a STD stuck to their fridge.

That being said, I agree with everyone else. Don't send a STD to anyone you think may be on your "B" list. If you think there is even a remote chance you may not end up sending them an invitation, do not send them an STD.

I'm with Future Mrs S- Save the Money, not the dates!

Once you send a save the date, that guest is no longer on the B-list...

I think the most interesting part of this thread was where you said you had a 150 person minimum and can't afford to go over. I feel like it's going to be tough trying to hit that number exactly. We looked at a few places with similar minimums and went in another direction to try and avoid this. Good luck with all of your planning!

I'm with Christine- I understand your predicament, but want to warn you that hitting an exact number of guests is going to be pretty damn near impossible.

I would just invite the 10-15 people on the B list. That brings your invites to 160, which is the perfect amount (maybe even too few) if you are aiming for 150. The Internet tells me that about 10-15% typically decline.