{"id":6242,"date":"2025-03-01T07:21:51","date_gmt":"2025-03-01T13:21:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/?p=6242"},"modified":"2025-03-05T06:52:07","modified_gmt":"2025-03-05T12:52:07","slug":"save-the-date-wording","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/save-the-date-wording","title":{"rendered":"Unique Save the Date Wording Ideas: How to Announce Your Big Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19722\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/three-save-the-date-cards-a-succulent-plant-and-a-pen.jpg\" alt=\"Unique save the date wording: three save the date cards, a succulent plant, and a pen\" width=\"850\" height=\"623\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/three-save-the-date-cards-a-succulent-plant-and-a-pen.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/three-save-the-date-cards-a-succulent-plant-and-a-pen-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/three-save-the-date-cards-a-succulent-plant-and-a-pen-768x563.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most magical things about weddings is seeing all your family, friends, and other <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loved ones<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> gathered together in one place. To make sure your favorite humans are standing with you on your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you want to get your save the dates out as early as possible. So what\u2019s the next step on your soon-to-be-wed to-do list? Determine your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">unique save<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">date wording<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and get the calendars of your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loved ones<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> blocked off \u2014 stat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re deciding on what to say on your save the date, here\u2019s the golden rule: Short really is sweet. Below, we\u2019ll explain what information to cover and give some sample language to use on your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">save the date cards<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 plus some lovely designs to inspire you.<\/span><br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><b>What Is a <\/b><b>Save the Date Card<\/b><b>?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/save-the-date-ideas\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>save the date card<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is your opportunity to give your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding guests<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heads up<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> about your upcoming nuptials. It\u2019s like a pre-<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding invitation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so your friends and family members know when your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is happening. It\u2019s an essential part of your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding planning checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sent months before your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">save the date card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> gives your guests ample time to request off work, make the necessary <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">travel plans<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and lodging arrangements, and ensure they don\u2019t overextend themselves with other plans. It also helps you, the happy couple, to ensure everyone you love is standing with you on your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>When to Send a Save the Date<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to save the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">date etiquette<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, sending them sooner rather than later is preferable.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/when-to-send-save-the-dates\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Sending out a save the date<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> months in advance allows your friends, family, and other <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loved ones<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to reserve that particular day (or entire weekend) on their calendar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have guests coming in from out of town, you want to give them plenty of time to request off work, book hotels, and buy plane tickets. Usually, three to four months prior to your wedding is enough advance notice for local weddings, while six months to a full calendar year is good for<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/destination-wedding-save-the-date\">destination wedding save the dates<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you want to give guests as much notice as possible, you need to make a few decisions before your save the dates go out. Above all else, there is one item you should strike off your wedding to do list beforehand: your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guest list<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you ask a friend to block off their calendar for your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, they\u2019d better be invited \u2014 it\u2019s poor etiquette to send a save the date and no <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding invite<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How Online Save the Dates Make <\/b><b>Wedding Planning<\/b><b> Easy<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using an<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/wedding-save-the-dates\"><strong>online <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>save the date card<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> does more than save you time, money, and paper. By sending a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">digital save<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the date, you can automatically add your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to your guests\u2019 calendars. That way, you don\u2019t run the risk of guests writing down the wrong date, blocking off the wrong weekend in their planner, or losing RSVP cards.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus, by sending your save the dates through <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/\">Greenvelope<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can easily connect with guests through text updates. This allows you to answer questions about lodging, send reminders, or respond to last-minute updates all in one place.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Save the <\/b><b>Date Wording<\/b><b>: What to Cover<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When deciding on what to write for your save the dates, there are several areas you\u2019ll want to cover. Most save the dates are brief and to-the-point, although you can have a bit of fun with language (space permitting).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are four areas you may want to cover on your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">save the date card<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>The names of the couple: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Write out the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">full names<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (including middle names, if you prefer) of both individuals. For heterosexual couples, traditionally the bride\u2019s name is written first, but there are no real rules here \u2014 write your names in whichever order you prefer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>The date: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Write the date of your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You don\u2019t need to include a time for the ceremony or reception, as that will follow on the invitation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>The location:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Usually, you can simply write a city and state or country for the save the date. The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">location of the wedding venue<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will be included on the<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/wedding-invitations\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>wedding invitation<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>The wedding URL: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have a<\/span>\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brides.com\/story\/tips-for-creating-wedding-website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wedding website<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it\u2019s nice to include the URL on your save the date. A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding website<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding details<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including hotel and other lodging options, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dress code<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">love story<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, details on the wedding party, and the gift registry.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Formal invitation<\/b><b> to follow:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Let your guests know that a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">formal invitation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will arrive in their inbox closer to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the wedding date<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so they don\u2019t need to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RSVP<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> now.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><b>Traditional, Modern, and <\/b><b>Unique Save<\/b><b> the <\/b><b>Date Wording Ideas<\/b><b>\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How you phrase your save the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">date wording<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is truly up to you. If you\u2019re throwing a formal wedding, spell out the location and the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">full names<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the couple. If your guests are expecting something a bit more casual, don\u2019t hesitate to get a little playful with the wording.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some examples of what to say \u2014 from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">formal invitation wording<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">unique save<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">date wording<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We\u2019ve paired these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wording examples<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with some of our favorite<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/digital-save-the-date\"><strong>save the <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>date templates<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so you can visualize how your words will look on an actual design.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Formal or <\/b><b>Traditional Wedding<\/b><b> Save the <\/b><b>Date Wording<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_19718\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19718\" class=\"wp-image-19718 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Lovely-Anemones-Save-the-Date.jpg\" alt=\"Unique save the date wording: Lovely Anemones Save the Date\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Lovely-Anemones-Save-the-Date.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Lovely-Anemones-Save-the-Date-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19718\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Anupama Srivastava<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matching save the date:<\/span><strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/save-the-dates\/lovely-anemones\/pink\/wedding\">Lovely Anemones Save the Date<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve chosen a traditional theme and want <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding stationery<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to match, look for a save the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">date example<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with elegant <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fonts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, stunning florals, and a formal vibe.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Here are two examples of formal wording:<\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kindly reserve<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 24th, 2027 for the wedding uniting<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sasha Kathryn O\u2019Brian and Timothy Allen Patrick<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicago, Illinois<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Formal wedding invitation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to follow<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">***<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brittany Johanna Amundson and Joshua Robert McCarthy<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Request your presence at their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding ceremony<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December 5th, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Formal invitation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to follow<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Modern Wedding <\/b><b>Save the Date Card Wording<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_19717\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19717\" class=\"wp-image-19717 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Love-Heart-Save-the-Date.jpg\" alt=\"Love Heart Save the Date\" width=\"400\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Love-Heart-Save-the-Date.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Love-Heart-Save-the-Date-258x300.jpg 258w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19717\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Claudia Owen<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matching save the date:<\/span><strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/save-the-dates\/love-heart\/white\/wedding\">Love Heart Save the Date<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a contemporary feel, choose a save the date that lets you showcase an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">engagement photo<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or one that has a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">minimalist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> feel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Here are two modern wording examples:<\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5.2.26<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save the date<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ryan + William<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Washington, DC<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Official invitation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to follow<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ryanwillwed.com<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">***<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alesha + Thomas<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2.20.27<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">San Francisco, California<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Formal invitation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to follow<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Playful <\/b><b>Save the Date Invitation Wording<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_19716\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19716\" class=\"wp-image-19716 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Doodle-Hearts-and-Stars-Save-the-Date.jpg\" alt=\"Doodle Hearts and Stars Save the Date\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Doodle-Hearts-and-Stars-Save-the-Date.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Doodle-Hearts-and-Stars-Save-the-Date-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19716\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Kid Collective<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matching save the date:<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/save-the-dates\/doodle-hearts-and-stars\/pink\/wedding\">Doodle Hearts and Stars Save the Date<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a playful save the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">date design<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you could choose a photo card or a fun illustration. Add a light-hearted one-liner to open things up or send your guests off with a pun.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Try these fun bits of wording:<\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Liz and Chris are getting hitched!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9.19.26<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Austin, Texas<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Formal invitation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to follow<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">***<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jess + Tess<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6.5.27<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dubuque, IA<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s an open bar. If you need to know anything else, visit:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JessandTess.com<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Unique Save<\/b><b> the <\/b><b>Date Wording<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_19715\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19715\" class=\"wp-image-19715 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Center-Stage-Initials-Save-the-Date.jpg\" alt=\"Center Stage Initials Save the Date\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Center-Stage-Initials-Save-the-Date.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Center-Stage-Initials-Save-the-Date-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19715\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Claudia Owen<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matching save the date:<\/span><strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/save-the-dates\/center-stage-initials\/pink\/wedding\">Center Stage Initials Save the Date<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">unique save<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">date wording<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">special day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, choose a design that feels just as personal. We love this playful and bright save the date, where you can customize the initials to match your own.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Bring some flair with these unique save the <\/b><b>date wording examples<\/b><b>:<\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve always known \u2026 now we\u2019re making it official!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Piper + Giovanni<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always and forever<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7.5.26<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Los Angeles, CA<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invite coming soon<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">***<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grab your plane tickets, it\u2019s time for a wedding!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch as we wed in the city of love<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Michael + Pierre<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3.6.26<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paris, France<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invite to follow<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Delight Your <\/b><b>Loved Ones<\/b><b> with <\/b><b>Unique Save<\/b><b> the <\/b><b>Date Wording<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save the date cards<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> don\u2019t need to contain a lot of detail, but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t have fun with the wording. Use our save the date ideas to help you find the perfect way to let your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loved ones<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> know a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding invite<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is on the way, whether you want more traditional or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">unique save<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">date wording<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">designs <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that are just as special as the two of you, look no further than our collection of online<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/wedding-save-the-dates\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>save the date cards<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Each one can be customized, giving you full control over how the card looks and feels.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most magical things about weddings is seeing all your family, friends, and other loved ones gathered together in one place. To make sure your favorite humans are standing with you on your big day, you want to get your save the dates out as early as possible. 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