3 months out
Invitations, Jewelry, and Locking the Decor Theme
Invitation cards go out, jewelry orders that need custom work get placed, and the decor theme gets finalized with the stage designer and florist. This is the stage where the wedding's visual identity locks in.
Why the decor theme needs to be locked now
Florists and stage designers need lead time to source specific flowers, especially out-of-season or imported varieties, and fabric for a custom stage backdrop is often made to order. A theme still being debated at this point risks either a rushed, generic result or a last-minute price premium for expedited sourcing.
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0 of 8 doneSending invitations before the venue and catering numbers are fully locked. A guest list that grows after invitations go out, because an invitation gets shared informally within a family, creates a catering headcount mismatch that's expensive to fix two weeks before the wedding.
What this stage typically costs
| Item | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Invitation cards (printed, per 100) | Rs 15,000–80,000 | Varies by paper quality, foil work, and box packaging |
| Stage and decor deposit | Rs 50,000–200,000 | Often a percentage of the total decor package |
| Jewelry (custom piece, mid-range) | Rs 100,000–800,000+ | Highly dependent on gold weight and design complexity |
Set the RSVP deadline at least 3 to 4 weeks before the final headcount needs to go to the caterer, not right up against it, so there's real time to chase non-responders.
FAQ
Can digital invitations replace printed cards?
Many families now send both, a digital invitation for quick sharing and a printed card for formal delivery to close family and elders. Check family expectations before relying on digital alone.
What if the decor theme changes after this point?
It's workable but usually comes with a cost, since florists and stage designers have already begun sourcing. Lock the theme here specifically to avoid that.
Is 3 months too late to order jewelry?
For simple resizing, no. For a fully custom, made-to-order piece with intricate stone-setting, this is close to the latest comfortable point; anything more elaborate should have started at 6 months.