The Ultimate Wedding Stationery Checklist: Everything You Need From Save the Dates to Thank You Cards

Pre-Wedding Stationery Essentials

Save the Dates

Save the dates are usually sent 6–12 months before your wedding, especially for destination weddings or busy seasons. They ensure guests mark their calendars early.

What You’ll Need:

• Save the date cards (typically A6 (105 × 148 mm), printed or DIY)
• Coordinating envelopes (C6 for A6 cards)
• Optional labels or address printing

Wedding Invitations

Your invitation suite sets the tone for your entire wedding. Whether your style is classic, modern, or romantic, quality materials make all the difference.

What You’ll Need:

• Invitation cards (typically 5×7"- 127 × 178 mm
• RSVP cards (typically A6)
• Details card (typically A6)
• Envelopes (133 x 184 mm envelope for invitations, C6 envelope for RSVP cards)
• Double sided tape or adhesive for assembling suites (Optional)

If you want a complete guide to what goes inside a wedding invitation, including RSVP cards, details cards, inserts, and assembly tips, check out our detailed wedding invitation contents guide.

Optional Pre-Wedding Event Invitations

Many couples also host additional celebrations before the wedding. These events are optional and include engagement parties, bridal showers, hen or stag parties, rehearsal dinners, or pre-wedding brunches.

These invitations typically don’t need to match your main wedding suite exactly, but keeping a similar style creates a cohesive look.

What You’ll Typically Need:

• Invitation cards (A5 (148 × 210mm) or 5×7")
• Envelopes (C5 for A5 or 133 × 184 mm for 5×7 cards)
• Optional address labels or printed envelopes
• Optional decorative touches (ribbon, wax seals, stickers, or embellishments)

On the Day Wedding Stationery

Wedding day stationery helps guide guests and adds thoughtful design touches throughout your venue.

Ceremony Stationery

• Welcome Sign: Greets guests as they arrive; size varies depending on venue, typically A3–A2.
• Order of Service: Provides a schedule of the ceremony; typically A5, folded or flat.

Reception Stationery

• Place Cards: Designates what table a guest will be sitting at, typically used for sit-down dinner receptions; 90 × 55 mm, tent-style or flat.
• Table Numbers: Helps guests locate their tables; A6 or A5 for larger tables.
• Menus: Lists the meal options; A5 or A6, folded or flat.
• Guest Book – Allows guests to leave messages; size varies, typically A4 or A5.

Wedding Favours & Gifts

Presentation is everything, packaging your favours or thank you gifts adds style and protection:

• Organza bags or cellophane bags for small gifts and treats.
• Glassine wedding bags for gifts, confetti, or small keepsakes.
• Gift tags or labels for a personal touch

Post-Wedding Stationery

Thank you cards

Thank you cards are typically sent within 2-3 months after the wedding and are the perfect final touch to your wedding stationery journey. They’re a thoughtful way to show appreciation to guests for attending and giving gifts. Thank you cards are usually A6 (105 x 148 mm) or A7 (74 x 105 mm), paired with C6 or C7 envelopes.

Wedding Stationery Checklist

Use this master checklist to stay organised and ensure nothing is missed.

Tip: Copy and paste this checklist into a document to track your wedding stationery tasks!