Is 3 months too early to send out wedding invitations?

Three months before the wedding is a sensible time to send invitations for most couples. It is early enough for guests to book time off work, arrange accommodation and sort out outfits, but not so early that people forget to reply. For a wedding in peak season, such as summer or a bank holiday weekend, sending at 3 months is wise because hotels and transport fill up quickly. If many guests are travelling from overseas, consider sending 4 to 6 months ahead. You can always send a save the date card earlier, around 6 to 12 months before, to give people a heads up without committing to final details. Remember that your invitation should include the RSVP date, which should be at least 2 to 4 weeks before your final numbers are due to your venue or caterer. If you are using a wedding website, you can put the full schedule there and keep the invitation simple. The key is to balance giving guests enough notice with keeping your own plans flexible. Three months is a comfortable middle ground for most couples in England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland.