Wedding planning checklists cover the venue, the outfits, the caterer, the photographer — and almost always forget the paper. Then, two weeks before the first function, someone asks: "Do we have shagun envelopes for the pandit? Tags for the return gifts? Something to give the staff?"
This is the checklist we wish every Indian wedding family had. Save it, share it with whoever is running your planning group, and thank us at the vidaai.
The Complete Wedding Paper Checklist
1. Shagun Envelopes — the workhorses
You will need far more than you think. Count envelopes for:
- Blessings to the couple (from both families)
- The pandit, and every ritual that involves dakshina
- Musicians, mehendi artists, makeup artists, and performers
- Staff, drivers, and helpers at every function
- Elders gifting cash to visiting relatives
Our rule of thumb: estimate, then add 30%. Personalised envelopes with the family name save endless confusion about which envelope came from whom.
2. Gift Tags — for return gifts and hampers
Every return gift, welcome hamper, and room drop needs a tag. Coordinated illustrated tags across all functions make even simple gifts look boutique.
3. Foldcards — for the words that matter
A thank-you note in the welcome hamper. A letter from the bride to her parents. Cards for the couple from siblings. These are the pieces that get kept for decades.
4. Mini Folds — the finishing touch
Small folded notes tied onto favours, mithai boxes, or the car — tiny details that photographers love and guests remember.
Timeline: When to Order What
- 8 weeks before: Finalise your palette and motifs. Match them to your wedding decor colours.
- 6 weeks before: Place personalised orders (name-foiled envelopes and tags). Made-to-order pieces need 2–3 weeks including delivery.
- 4 weeks before: Order non-personalised extras and buffer stock.
- 1 week before: Sort everything by function into labelled pouches — one per event. Future you will be grateful.
Three Mistakes to Avoid
- Buying generic at the last minute. The envelope handed to your pandit will be photographed. Make it worthy.
- Ignoring the groom's side. Both families give shagun constantly — both need their own personalised sets.
- Forgetting the extra ₹1 coins. Keep a pouch of coins with your envelopes; amounts should never be round numbers.
Planning a wedding right now? Our personalised shagun envelopes, gift tags, and foldcards are hand-illustrated, gold-foiled with your family name, and made to order at our Nagpur studio. Delivery timelines here — and congratulations, from all of us at Mijaurie. ♡