Are you torn how to ask guests to RSVP?

Is a traditional response card best? Should you just have guests reply online? Both? What about a QR code?

Let’s discuss the pros and cons of your options. And, YES, I can add a QR code to your RSVP card!

Traditional RSVP card with pre-stamped, self-addressed envelope

• RSVP by date
• Line for guest name(s)
• Indication for acceptance or declination of invitation
• Meal selections (if needed)

Pros: Ease of response process for guests

Cons: Postage cost for RSVP envelope

Side-note: I still have all of the RSVP cards I collected from my friends and family (we were married in 2008). They contain notes of expressed excitement and well-wishes for my now-husband and me. There is also something meaningful about having the handwriting from loved ones who have passed since our wedding.

RSVP card directing guests to reply online

• RSVP by date
• Website address or QR code
• No envelope or postage necessary

Pros: More environmentally friendly and guests can reply almost instantly

Cons: Difficulty for technologically-challenged guests and greater chance of invitees forgetting to reply

Traditional RSVP card with online RSVP option

• RSVP by date
• Line for guest name(s)
• Indication for acceptance or declination of invitation
• Meal selections (if needed)
• Website address or QR code
• Pre-stamped, self-addressed envelope still necessary

Pros: Guests can respond in the way they are most comfortable

Cons: Unnecessary postage for those replying online, May involve two separate RSVP cards to avoid confusion

I hope this helps you decide which RSVP card type will work best for your wedding!