Wedding invitation: what to include?
A wedding invitation is an important document that you send to your guests to invite them to your big day. It is the first impression your guests will get of what to expect at your wedding, so it is important that the invitation is clear, stylish and comprehensive.
In this guide, we are going to look at the key elements you need to include in your wedding invitation, so you can make sure your guests are fully informed and can feel prepared for your special day.
Frequently asked questions about wedding invitations:
Example:
Dear [friend's name],
We cordially invite you to participate in our wedding!
It promises to be a beautiful day where we celebrate our love with family and friends.
Date: [date of wedding]
Time: [time when ceremony begins]
Location: [location of ceremony and reception]
There is a dress code of [dress code, e.g. 'summer chic' or 'breezy summer clothes']. We hope you can be there to share this special day with us! We hope you can confirm attendance before [date] by e-mail or phone.
Sincerely,
[your name]
This should be in an invitation:
There are a number of important things you need to include in a invitation for a wedding should include:
1. The name of the bride and groom:
This is the most important information that should be on the invitation.
2. The date and location of the wedding:
Make sure you put the exact date and location of the wedding on the invitation, including the city and country if the wedding is not taking place nearby.
3. The time when the ceremony starts:
Also mention the time when the ceremony starts, so people know what time to arrive.
4. Whether it is a ceremony with or without a subsequent party:
If there is a party after the ceremony, this should be stated on the invitation. If there is no party, this should also be clearly stated.
5. RSVP information:
Make sure you clearly state on the invitation how people can respond and when they should do so.
6. Details, if any:
If there are special dress codes or other things people need to take into account, this should be noted on the invitation stand.
things few people know about wedding invitations:
- It is customary to extend the invitation three to six months before the wedding. This gives guests enough time to make their plans and book any travel arrangements.
- It is customary to make the invitation by name to the people invited. This means you can't just send the invitation to "family" or "friends"; you have to use specific names.
- It is customary to send the invitation on formal stationery, such as white or cream-coloured paper with a fine edge. It is also customary to seal the invitation with a wax seal or a seal sticker.
- It is customary to send an RSVP card along with the invitation, on which guests can indicate whether they will attend or not. This gives the bride and groom a better idea of how many people will be at the wedding and helps plan the number of food and drinks.
- It is customary to send the invitation to the bride's parents if they are paying for the wedding, and to the groom's parents if they are paying for the wedding. If the bride and groom
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