#DO PLANNERS MANAGE GUEST LISTS UPGRADE#

And be clear on plus ones – by having individual names on the invites it makes it clear who it is intended for. If you don’t see them, or you think they would be just as happy with an evening invite (or no invite at all), then trim away. Gone are the days when you had to invite all your aunties, uncles and cousins.

#DO PLANNERS MANAGE GUEST LISTS UPGRADE#

It’s good to have a plan B list (have a few spare invites handy) so you can upgrade those that just missed the cut if any guests decline. Typically, it was thought only 80% would make it, but based on recent experience it tends to be nearer 90%. In a world where we are so connected, your guests are likely to know the date and will have mentioned if they will be unable to attend prior to the invites even being printed. A bit like when hotels over book and assume that someone won’t turn up… inevitably they do, and it goes horribly wrong. If you plan to provide a high-end experience to your guests, the costs can quickly escalate so be sure to do the maths first. Importantly, before you send anything out, be sure to look at your budget. What do you both want from the day? A big celebration or something more intimate? Do you plan for the ceremony to be in a church, registry office or venue? And do any family members have a say in who attends? Once you have a clear idea of what sort of day you want, sit down and create a draft list ranking the names in order of importance before you begin searching for the perfect venue. There are a few things to consider before committing to a guest list.

Do planners manage guest lists