How soon after a wedding should thank you cards be sent?

Thank you cards should be sent within 3 months after getting home from your honeymoon for gifts received on your wedding day. Any that were sent to you before your wedding, you only have a two-week window to send out those out. You want to make sure they know you received your gift. Plus, it's just good manners.

Is it rude to not send thank you cards?

Is it rude to not send thank you cards? It's considered fairly rude to accept a wedding gift without sending out a formal, written thank you message. We say “for better or worse” not because we think wedding thank you cards are a bad idea. They can be a beautiful expression of gratitude at a joyous time in your life.

Does the bride or groom write thank you notes?

Often the answer is that the bride will write some and the groom others, although this is a recent development: Brides used to write them all. That is partly because at one time gifts were considered to be the property of the bride.

How soon before wedding do you send out invitations?

Invitations should be sent to your guests six to eight weeks in advance of your wedding. Invitations for destination weddings should be sent to your guests three months in advance of your wedding.

Are thank you cards outdated?

According to recent research, some 75 percent of Americans believe thank you notes to be antiquated and obsolete—though it's worth noting that this leaves a full quarter of Americans who still expect a thank you note when they give a gift. At Grammar Chic, we are decidedly pro thank you note.

Who hosts wedding gift opening?

A wedding gift-opening party certainly isn't as big of a trend as the bridal shower or bachelorette party, but it is gaining popularity. You usually host the event following post-wedding brunch, which means that your friends and family will all be there to watch.

How much do I give at a wedding?

The average wedding gift amount hovers right around $100, which is a great place to start, and you can increase or decrease that based on how close you are. If you're very close or related to the couple (and have the wiggle room in your budget), you may choose to spend more—about $150 per guest (or $200 from a couple).

Who gets invited to the brunch after the wedding?

The post-wedding brunch is a customary event typically hosted the morning after the ceremony and reception. The invite for this post-wedding party is generally extended to all guests, though some couples only invite family members and friends who stayed the night at the venue or a nearby hotel.

Does the groom dance with his mother?

The mother-son dance is a popular tradition for the groom during wedding reception celebrations. The groom will take his mother out on the dance floor for a special dance together for this tradition. It is a time for the groom to focus on his mother and create a special moment together one-on-one.

Do you cut the cake before first dance?

Follow up on the momentum of cutting the cake with your first dance. Most guests will already be gathered around you and your partner, so it's a natural transition. Plus, it's custom to cut the cake after dinner so people will be energized and ready to continue celebrating by hitting the dance floor afterward.