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After the wedding: Thank-you notes

Short, specific and warm, within about three months — five a night gets it done.

The key points

Mention the gift and how you’ll use it
Mention their presence
Handwritten is best
Track who you’ve thanked

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After the weddingWedding thank-you notes: timing, wording and examples

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When should thank-you notes be sent after the wedding?

Most etiquette guides suggest within about three months. Gifts that arrive before the wedding can be thanked right away.

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How long do you have to send wedding thank-you notes?

Most etiquette guides suggest within about three months.

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Do you send thank-you notes to guests who didn’t give a gift?

It isn’t required, but a note for guests who traveled far or helped with the wedding is a lovely touch.

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What should we do right after the wedding?

Return rentals, confirm the license is filed, pay final balances, back up photos and start thank-you notes.

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