Wedding Invitations

Those experts in the wedding industry note that  for the most part, the majority of couples stick with mailing tried-and-true wedding invitations out to their guests.  After all, for most brides planning weddings, choosing a wedding invitation to send out to their guests is standard, whether or not they “believe” in etiquette.  Yes, some brides send emails or write letters or make phone calls to invite their guests to their wedding ceremonies, but here’s something it’s too easy to forget:  your wedding invitation isn’t the only invitation that you might be needing to select. 

Bridal showers need invitations, engagement parties need invitations, rehearsal dinners need invitations.  Many couples are now putting together a full weekend of events for their guests in addition to the wedding, with such things as casual barbeques the day before for their attendants, or day-after family style brunch as a sort of sendoff for the honeymooners.  And those events need invitations, too!

Naturally, as with any invitation, wedding-related or otherwise, etiquette dictates that the basics of the event be crystal clear for the guests.  Time, date, location, and perhaps any dress code or suggestions should absolutely, without fail, be appearing on an invitation.

Of course, it’s best to be absolutely sure to send out invitations well enough in advance of your bridal shower or wedding for your prospective guests to plan accordingly, which is especially thoughtful for those guests who are coming in from out of town to attend the festivities.

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