Every product will have an estimated shipping window. This is the date we estimate your order will ship. All lead time are listed in business days which do not include Saturday, Sunday or any Holidays. 

The estimated ship date assumes same-day approval of proofs. Please see more info about this above under "Proofing". 

If you proceed with placing an order that is needed before the estimated ship window, please be sure to tell us by adding a note to the cart page or anywhere with your order. We will always do everything possible to have your order ship out early! 

Some items will show the option to add a Rush prior to adding to your cart. Please know we cannot guarantee delivery on any rush orders, but it will expedite production considerably.

We do our best to provide an accurate, estimated ship date. Due to the custom nature of all items, unforeseen delays can occur. We will reach out to you immediately upon the realization of any delays.

Production/Lead times end when your items ship. Your order will ship whichever method is chosen at checkout, so please be sure to upgrade shipping as necessary if your event is close to the shipping window.

We offer free Ground shipping (1-5 business days) on all orders over $200. Some exclusions on specialty products apply.

If you'd like to request delivery + signature confirmation, please include that in your order notes. This is strongly recommended if your packages are left somewhere unattended, as we cannot be responsible once your order has been delivered.

The Essential Market cannot be held responsible for shipping carrier delays once the package has left our facility.