RSVP looks simple: you want to know who's coming. In practice the replies carry the final headcount, meal choices, plus-one count and a handful of details you'll need across the rest of planning.
The best RSVP form is short, mobile-friendly, and only asks what you'll actually use.
1. Coming or not?
Put this first. Don't bury it under a long preamble. The guest should see immediately what's being asked.
Example: "Can you join us?"
- Yes, I'll be there.
- Sadly I can't make it.
2. Plus-one
If you allow plus-ones, the RSVP has to handle it cleanly. If not everyone gets one, per-guest links prevent the awkward case.
Example: "Bringing a plus-one?"
3. Meal and dietary needs
Catering needs this early. Ask for meal choice and dietary requirements together.
Example: "Any dietary needs or restrictions?"
Leave a free-text field — not every need fits a preset option.
4. Optional extras
Don't overdo it, but a few extras can be useful:
- Do you need transport?
- Do you need accommodation info?
- Any song requests?
- Anything else we should know in advance?
5. Don't ask too much
Long RSVPs get postponed. Aim for under a minute to complete.
In Weddly every guest gets a personal RSVP link, and the replies flow straight into the guest list.