What tips should I keep in mind?

Send save-the-dates 6-8 months early, especially for out-of-town guests Budget for 5-10% more than your expected count (late additions, surprise +1s) Have a B-list ready for quick invites when early declines come in

Guest List Calculator

Estimate how many guests will actually attend your wedding based on invitations sent, location, and timing. Plan for realistic attendance numbers.

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How It Works

On average, 75-85% of local guests and 55-65% of out-of-town guests accept wedding invitations. Destination weddings typically see 40-55% acceptance rates.

The Formula

Expected Attendees = (Local Invited x Local Accept Rate) + (Out-of-Town Invited x OOT Accept Rate)

Variables

Local Accept Rate — Typically 80-90% for local guests
OOT Accept Rate — Typically 55-70% for out-of-town guests
Destination Rate — Typically 40-55% for destination weddings

Example

200 invites x 2 people = 400 invited. 240 local (85% = 204 attend) + 160 OOT (65% = 104 attend) = 308 expected guests.

Tips

Send save-the-dates 6-8 months early, especially for out-of-town guests
Budget for 5-10% more than your expected count (late additions, surprise +1s)
Have a B-list ready for quick invites when early declines come in
Destination weddings can actually save money with lower attendance