Spring is one of the most popular seasons for weddings—and for good reason. Blooming gardens, comfortable temperatures, and fresh, romantic color palettes make it a beautiful time to celebrate.

But because spring weddings are so popular, planning ahead becomes even more important, especially when it comes to your wedding stationery.

Ordering your invitations too late can leave you feeling rushed, while ordering too early may mean you’re finalizing details before they’re ready.

To help you stay on track, here’s a simple timeline for ordering every piece of wedding stationery you’ll need—from your save the dates to your thank you cards.

9–12 Months Before Your Wedding

Order Your Save the Dates

If you’re planning a spring wedding, especially during April, May, or early June, many of your guests may be making travel plans around spring break, graduations, and holidays.

Sending save the dates early gives guests plenty of notice.

This is especially important if:

You’re planning a destination wedding
Many guests will be traveling
Your wedding falls on a holiday weekend
You have a large guest list

A simple save the date gives guests the information they need while you continue planning the details.

6–8 Months Before

Choose Your Wedding Invitation Suite

Now is the perfect time to begin shopping for invitations.

Even if you’re selecting a semi-custom design, you’ll want enough time to:

Browse styles
Order samples (if desired)
Personalize your wording
Consider paper and upgrade options
Finalize your guest list

Starting early means you’ll have more flexibility and far less stress.

4–5 Months Before

Finalize Your Invitation Design

Once you’ve selected your suite, it’s time to personalize it.

This includes:

Invitation wording
RSVP wording
Details card information
Guest addressing
Envelope options
Paper selections
Optional embellishments such as wax seals, ribbon, or envelope liners

By finalizing these details several months before your wedding, you’ll avoid last-minute changes and have plenty of time for proofing.

3 Months Before

Mail Your Wedding Invitations

For most spring weddings, invitations should be mailed approximately 8–10 weeks before your wedding date.

If you’re hosting a destination wedding, consider mailing them 10–12 weeks in advance.

This gives guests time to:

RSVP
Book travel
Reserve hotel rooms
Arrange childcare if needed

It also gives you time to follow up with anyone who hasn’t responded before your RSVP deadline.

6–8 Weeks Before

Order Your Wedding Day Stationery

Once your guest count begins to stabilize, it’s time to order your day-of stationery.

This may include:

Ceremony programs
Menus
Place cards
Escort cards
Seating charts
Welcome signs
Bar signs
Table numbers
Reserved seating signs

Waiting until you have a more accurate guest count helps minimize unnecessary revisions.

2–3 Weeks Before

Finalize Guest Names

This is typically when you’ll complete:

Place card names
Seating chart assignments
Menu counts

Because these pieces depend on your final RSVP list, they’re usually among the last items to be completed before your wedding.

After Your Wedding

Send Thank You Cards

Aim to mail your thank you cards within two to three months after your wedding.

Your guests will appreciate receiving a thoughtful, handwritten note while the celebration is still fresh in everyone’s minds.

If you’re opening gifts before the wedding, you can even begin writing thank you notes early to make the process more manageable.

A Few Extra Tips for Spring Weddings

Spring weddings come with a few unique considerations.

Plan Around Busy Seasons

Spring often overlaps with:

Easter
Mother’s Day
Memorial Day
School breaks
College graduations

Mailing your invitations early helps guests plan around these busy weekends.

Build in Extra Time

Unexpected delays can happen.

Whether you’re waiting on RSVP information, making wording changes, or adding finishing touches like envelope liners or wax seals, a little extra time creates a much more relaxed planning experience.

Don’t Wait Until Everything Is Perfect

Many couples delay ordering invitations because they’re waiting for every last detail to be finalized.

In reality, most invitation suites are designed to work alongside a wedding website and details card, making it easy to share information that may still be evolving.

You don’t need every answer before you begin the design process.

Final Thoughts

One of the best gifts you can give yourself during wedding planning is time.

Starting your stationery early allows you to make thoughtful decisions, carefully review your proofs, and enjoy the process rather than rushing through it.

Whether you’re sending elegant save the dates, selecting your invitation suite, or putting the finishing touches on your wedding day stationery, following a simple timeline helps ensure everything comes together beautifully.

At Raspberry Creative, our complete collection of coordinating wedding stationery is designed to guide you through every stage of your wedding—from your first save the date to the thank you cards you send after the celebration—making it easy to create a timeless, cohesive look from beginning to end.