More and more we are seeing that brides are using Save-the-Dates to inform guests of their wedding date and place. We first saw these used when brides had planned their big day around a holiday weekend, but now, we are seeing that this has become more of a mainstreamed trend. Save-the-Dates allow for guests to plan ahead and place you and your big day on their calendar many months in advance. Usually sent out about a year to six months in advance, here are a few tips or thoughts to think about when selecting your Save-the-Dates:

Your Save-the-Dates and formal invitations need not to match. There are many fun versions that have come onto the market. Magnets, stickers and photo features are all great items available.

A date and location are essential, if you haven't decided on a time quite yet, you can hold off on this item, as most will make a day of the event.

Consider sending accommodations cards along with Save-the-Dates if your wedding is taking place in a high traffic, tourist area. This will ensure that guests aren't scrambling a few months before the wedding trying to book rooms.

A Save-the-Date can be a very helpful tool, especially when guests are traveling from far distances. Consider if you will be needing these for your wedding date, and plan accordingly.