The Wedding Guest ‘B’ List – The Dos and Don’ts
The Wedding Guest ‘B’ List – The Dos and Don’ts
Deciding who you want to invite to your wedding can be stressful, especially if you plan to have a smaller event. There are so many people from every stage of your life as well as your partner’s, so who do you choose? Over and above that, you need to consider the fact that not everyone will be able to make it. This is where that all-important ‘B’ list comes in.
When you need to create a second guest list, it’s important to tread carefully, which is why we have put together a list of dos and don’ts.
Do Start Early
The sooner you can make an ‘A’ and ‘B’ list, the better. If your family is planning to invite guests of their own, give them a deadline for those names. Being able to finalize your ‘A’ list by getting RSVPs early on will ensure you’re not inviting anyone from your ‘B’ list too late in the game.
Aim to send your invites at least 8 – 10 weeks before the wedding if you have a second guest list. This gives you more time to ensure you’re not hurting anyone’s feelings. It’s also highly recommended that you use digital RSVPs to speed up the process. If you do plan to print your RSVP cards, make sure there is a batch with a later RSVP date – you don’t want someone on your ‘B’ list receiving a card with an RSVP date that’s passed.
Don’t Tell Everyone About Your Guest List
When you’re dealing with a ‘B’ list, it’s best to keep your guest list a secret until further notice. You never know who might let your wedding slip to the wrong person at the wrong time, leaving you in an awkward position. Your wedding planner, family, and bridal party are the only people you need to discuss your guest list with – just make sure everyone is aware that there’s a ‘B’ list.
Do Sort Your ‘B’ List
It really helps to know which people on your ‘B’ list you would prefer to have at your wedding by placing them at the top of the list. This way, once guests start falling off your ‘A’ list, you know who to send an invite to first.
By keeping these simple dos and don’ts in mind, you can avoid any guest list awkwardness as you plan your wedding.
