RSVP GUIDE
RSVP for a Wedding — a Complete Guide to Online Confirmation
RSVP ("Repondez s'il vous plait") is the confirmation that a guest will attend. It sounds simple, but it's the point where most weddings lose clarity — paper cards don't get returned, chats fall apart. Here's how to do it right.
Why through us
Transparent, fast and without endless calls
Real numbers
Online RSVP returns over 90% of responses, versus 60-70% with paper cards.
Menu and allergies in one flow
The guest confirms attendance + chooses a menu + notes allergies in 60 seconds.
+1 control
You decide exactly who is allowed a plus-one — no surprises.
Automatic tracking
You see guest count, children, vegans in real time — no spreadsheet needed.
Process
Four steps from request to quotes
01
Send Save the Date
6-9 months ahead — with a link to the site, but without RSVP active yet.
02
Open RSVP 3-4 months ahead
Send the official invitation with a link to the form.
03
Response deadline
6 weeks before the date — after that, manual follow-up begins.
04
Final check
2 weeks ahead — you reconfirm the headcount with the caterer.
What the RSVP form should include
- Names (for each guest individually)
- Attendance: yes / no / maybe
- Menu choice (meat / fish / vegetarian / kids)
- Allergies and dietary restrictions
- Need for transfer and overnight stay
- A space for wishes or a song request
Common RSVP mistakes
- No deadline — guests delay indefinitely
- One shared form per couple (individual names get missed)
- No plus-one policy
- No deadline reminder
- No way to change a submitted response
Frequently asked questions
RSVP for a wedding — the essentials
What does RSVP mean?
From the French "Repondez s'il vous plait" — "Please respond." It means the guest needs to confirm attendance.
What's the RSVP deadline?
Usually 4-6 weeks before the wedding. For destination or holiday-season weddings — 8 weeks.
Is online RSVP better than a paper card?
Yes — the response rate is over 90% versus 60-70% for paper, plus automatic tracking and the ability to change a response.
Can I do online RSVP without a website?
You can with Google Forms, but you lose branding and integration with the schedule, map and menu. A wedding website is the more professional option.
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