5 save the date wording ideas and examples
You’ve set a date for your wedding—congratulations! Now it’s time to tell your family, friends, and wedding party the “when and where” of your big day. What better way to spread the word than with beautiful save the date cards?
Save the dates are a fun and efficient way to get your wedding date on as many calendars as possible. Learn what to include in your save the dates—and what you can skip—with our helpful save the date wording tips and examples.
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What to include in a save the date card
Save the date card wording is all about getting the general information about your wedding across without adding too many details. When you write your save the dates, you should include:
- The wedding date. That’s the reason you’re sending save the dates, after all! Add your wedding date so recipients can jot it down in their calendars ASAP.
- Your names. Put your first names front and center on your card. Don’t worry about the last names (unless your save the dates are on the formal side).
- The words “Save the Date.” Some guests may mistake your save the date for the actual wedding invitation. Make sure the words “Save the Date” are prominent, as well as “Wedding invitation to follow.”
- The general location. List the city, state, and country (if applicable) of your upcoming ceremony. For destination weddings, add a Travel Block with directions, nearby airports, and transportation tips so guests can book their trip early.
- Your wedding website. If you’ve set up a wedding website with additional information about the big day, include the link in a Links Block. Or use your Paperless Post wedding invitation as your wedding website by adding informational Blocks with details about your wedding party, accommodations, and more.
If you’re sending digital save the dates but plan to send paper wedding invitations, enable Guest Questions so recipients can include their mailing addresses, which you can easily export later. Now you’ve got a wedding invitation mailing list in one helpful spot!
Save the date information to skip
The great part about sending save the dates is that you don’t need to have all your wedding details finalized. In fact, you can skip many of the more specific parts of your planning process—that’s what the wedding invitation is for.
When sending save the dates, feel free to skip:
- Specific venue information. If you’ve already booked your venue, feel free to include the details! But if you’re still working on this part, the city, state, and/or country is just fine for save the dates.
- Wedding timelines. RSVP deadlines, wedding ceremony times, and schedule information can all come later. All you need for your save the date is the date itself.
- Dress codes. Even if you already know you’re throwing a black-tie optional or beach-themed wedding, you don’t need to include the dress code details in a save the date. (You can choose a themed save the date to set the mood early, though!)
- Registry links. There’s nothing wrong with getting your registry started early, but save the link for your wedding shower invitation.
- Meal questions. Don’t worry about getting your menu sorted out yet. The “Chicken or Fish” questions can wait for the wedding invitation.
Save the date wording examples
The tone of your save the date wording will give guests insight into your upcoming wedding. Formal wording indicates a more traditional wedding, for example, while funny wording means guests are in for a hilariously good time.
We’ve gathered a few save the date wording examples to help get your message across. Pair these wording suggestions with our favorite save the date card ideas for a gorgeous greeting!
1. Formal save the date wording
If your idea of a perfect wedding involves floor-length gowns, traditional tuxedos, and matching floral bouquets, choose a formal, classic tone for your save the dates.
Please save the date
to celebrate the wedding of
Suzanne Lorn
and
William Reese
November 11, 2027
Orlando, Florida
Formal invitation to follow
2. Casual save the date wording
For weddings that are more burgers-and-beer than Champagne-and-caviar, use informal wording to indicate your style to future wedding guests.
Save the Date!
Michelle Winslow and Mickey Anderson
are getting married!
January 19, 2026
St. Louis, Missouri
Look out for our wedding invitation soon!
3. Funny save the date wording
Some couples fall in love over jokes and slapstick comedies. Celebrate your love of laughter with funny save the dates that spread the word without getting too serious.
Food, drinks, music. Need we say more?
Save the Date
Cheyenne and Vaughn are making it official (finally)
09.09.27
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Wedding invitation to follow soon (so stop asking)
4. Clever and cute save the date wording
Whether you’re throwing a themed wedding or you just can’t resist a good pun, creative save the date wording lets guests know they’re in for a uniquely enjoyable time.
Boy meets girl. Boy asks girl. Girl says yes.
Save the Date
Isla and Blake
02.24.2027
Los Angeles, California
Wedding invitation will follow soon
5. Destination wedding save the date wording
Save the dates for destination weddings are especially important, as guests will need time to book travel and accommodations. Let them know that a trip is in their future with destination wedding save the date wording that makes your destination clear!
Love is in the air…
or it will be when we travel to Tahiti for our
Destination Wedding
Save the Date
June 12, 2027
Love, Shayla and Denise
Wedding invitation to follow soon!
Let Paperless Post help with the big day
Once you’ve chosen your save the date wording, Paperless Post can help with the rest. Use our guide to decide when to send save the dates based on your wedding timeline, or peruse our tips on how to address save the dates when you’re sending out your finished cards.
At Paperless Post, we know that sending save the dates is just the first step in an unforgettable wedding planning journey. As your wedding date approaches, you can send stationery-inspired wedding invitations via Paperless Post and utilize guest management tools like RSVP tracking to oversee the details of your wedding. That way, you can enjoy the fun parts of planning—and savor the big day!
Secure a spot on their calendar with save the dates you can email, text, or share.
