Episode 23

The Truth About Wedding Invites: Paper, Email, or Both?

Planning your wedding invitations? In this episode of Wedding Tips and Tales, Taryn and Dani dive deep into the world of paper vs. digital invites—and how to make the right choice for your luxury wedding.

From etiquette and generational preferences to budgeting tips and hybrid solutions, they’ll help you decide what’s right for your guests, your experience, and your bottom line. Plus, hear real stories (including a rehearsal dinner mishap!) and the #1 rule if you’re going with paper.


💌 Whether you’re planning a destination wedding or a stateside soirée, this episode will help you set the tone with elegance.


00:00 Intro & Drinks of the Day

01:21 Why Invitations Matter for Wedding Week

02:44 The Case for Digital Invitations

05:00 Why Paper Invitations Still Matter

06:33 Setting the Tone: First Impressions with Save the Dates

08:06 Generational Gaps and Paper Etiquette

10:50 Avoiding Confusion with Event-Specific Invites

12:12 Budget-Friendly Tip: Tiered Invitation Suites

14:45 Matching Stationer Styles for Consistency

16:00 Timing: When to Send Save the Dates & Invitations

18:06 Destination Wedding Timing & RSVP Deadlines

19:42 Real-Life Tale: Missed the Rehearsal Due to Online Confusion

21:12 Final Advice on Cost, Quality, and Expectations

23:32 Outro & Viewer Invitation Tips


📩 Need help crafting the perfect invitation suite for your big day? Reach out at: taryn@tarynstarkwyant.com


🎧 Subscribe for more luxury wedding insights, and leave your invitation questions in the comments!


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Dive into real wedding experiences and expert advice for crafting unforgettable celebrations.

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Taryn Stark Wyant

Taryn Stark Wyant Event Planning and Design is a renowned destination Wedding Planning firm servicing Weddings worldwide. We believe every wedding should tell a story—your story. And boy do we have stories! Hopefully some that will speak to you as a newly engaged couple and provide some helpful tips and a few laughs as you embark upon your Wedding Planning Process. From integrating cherished family traditions to creating breathtaking décor, we curate unforgettable experiences tailored to you. Whether it’s an oceanfront ceremony in Hawaii or a villa soirée in Western Europe, we ensure your celebration is exceptional and one-of-a-kind.