any good ideas of a good way for people to RSVP to my wedding? like either online or something that is no hassle to them and non-expensive to either of us.
Thanks
2007-07-07 14:08:40 · 13 answers · asked by all4him 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Nope. Online is actually the worst. Cut out something else like party favors and get the cards.
2007-07-08 07:31:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it is not THAT expensive, but every little expense adds up during wedding planning. If I choose to order the RSVP cards that match the invitations we are using, it will be an extra $75. The postage for all 150 of those would be $60 or $70. That's almost $150 spent when most people will not bother to send them in anyways. That $150 can be better spent on other things for my wedding. I know that it is traditional to have the cards, but many aspects of my wedding aren't traditional.
I am setting up an online RSVP system because most of my guests are very computer savvy. They do all of their banking online and very rarely have a reason to even mail anything. It will actually be easier for them to make use of this online method. I know that not all of my guests, especially the older family members, get online. I will provide a phone number for them to call to RSVP. Two methods for two different types of people.
2007-07-08 10:58:24 · answer #2 · answered by KMS 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are a few options when it comes to asking your guests to respond.
Using response cards is really not as expensive as it seems, and it is really a great option! Use postcards-the postage is much easier! You can actually make your own or go to www.vistaprint.com - if you are interested, I have a few codes where you can get 100 free postcards (you pay shipping which is about $5). Let me know if you want the link/code.
You could do the online option, but what about the more traditional family or those people who never use their E-mail or internet? There are bound to be a handful of people that won't care to let you know via internet, but you can call them. I would ONLY use via Internet or Calling if it is a less formal event or a smaller amount of people attending (under 50-60 or so).
Do you have a wedding planner? If so, you can have them call him/her. (I'm assuming you don't have one, though?).
You could appoint close friends/family (siblings, parents, close friends, etc.). Try to have one volunteer per 20-30 guests. Split the guests up evenly into however many groups (should be the same number as how many volunteers you have). INsert a business card inside the invitation (also free, i have a code at vistaprint) that tells them who to call and RSVP to. THis way, nobody has too much pressure. Each of your volunteers is handling as many people as a child's birthday party.
2007-07-07 21:28:17 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
You can go the standard route, inserting RSVP cards with self-addressed and stamped envelopes.
You can also include the RSVP card with an email address to respond to. If your go that route, you may want to consider putting a phone number on it as well. Believe it or not, alot of people do NOT have online access, AND, sometimes emails are not received. If you go the email way, set up an account with Yahoo specifically for the RSVP's. Do NOT use this email address for anything else.
2007-07-11 14:26:11 · answer #4 · answered by elewishs 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Weddingchannel.com has personal websites that you can make with a place to RSVP as well as pages that give all kinds of helpful info for your guests like hotel arrangements, the story of how you met, a link to your gift registry if you go with one of their sponsors, and a schedule with the time and location of things like the rehearsal dinner, ceremony, etc. I'm putting my personal link on my invitations as well as a phone number for older people. Most people (myself included) are too forgetful now a days to mail off the response cards. However if you really do prefer the more traditional approach that's fine too. Another idea is to only include response cards for guests that you know don't use computers.
2007-07-07 21:34:06 · answer #5 · answered by Tiffany W 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I agree with the response cards only because what about those who aren't computer saavy....ie older people... Im not going to lie I thought about something like this too but it would be too much to keep up with... Suzie sent hers through the mail, ben sent his via email....blah blah. Whatever you do pick one way not both. Save yourself the headache.
2007-07-08 00:55:01 · answer #6 · answered by LOVE BEING A MOMMY 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is the most formal event of your life; use response cards. They're traditional and a big help in planning. Not everyone is online yet, especially older people. My mother wouldn't have any idea on how to respond online.
2007-07-07 21:12:22 · answer #7 · answered by maigen_obx 7 · 5⤊ 1⤋
It's your wedding. Do it right. Use reply cards, spring for the postage. If you need to cut costs do it somewhere where it won't be so noticeable.
2007-07-07 23:10:49 · answer #8 · answered by J M 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You know what? It doesnt matter since no one replies these days. I mean sure some do, but a lot of people you will be telephoning to ask 'Did you receive my invitation?" knowing full well they did. You can put a date to reply by and they still do not even when the envelope has a stamp on it. Good luck whatever you choose to do
2007-07-07 21:26:37 · answer #9 · answered by barthebear 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Stick to traditional mailing. It's NOT that expensive.
2007-07-07 21:54:10 · answer #10 · answered by Lydia 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋