6–12 months before
Save-the-date phase
Let guests know your month and city early, especially for destination weddings or family travelling from abroad.
Wedding RSVP Etiquette
Let your guests feel guided, not pressured.
RSVPs are not just numbers on a sheet—they're your guests telling you how they're joining your story. When the process is clear and kind, people reply faster and feel more excited to attend.
This guide walks you through modern wedding RSVP etiquette—what's changed, what still matters, and how to make the whole experience feel effortless for your guests.
Wedding InviteRSVP by 4 May
"We'd love to celebrate with you."
Please let us know if you'll be joining us for our wedding in Lagos on 29 June. You can RSVP in less than 30 seconds using the link below.
rsvpflow.app/ade-tola
One simple link for all your guests—no forms, no confusion.
8–12 weeks before
Invitation & RSVP phase
Send your formal invitations with a clear RSVP deadline and a simple way to reply—ideally one beautiful link instead of multiple channels.
3–4 weeks before
Reminder phase
A gentle, automated reminder does the job better than a guilty group message. Guests appreciate the nudge.
2–3 weeks before
Final headcount & planning
Lock in catering, seating and gifts based on your final RSVP list, not guesswork.