Do I need to send invites to family or the bridal party?
As a gesture and a memento, Invitations should be sent to members of the wedding party and family.
Should I send invitations to people who I know cannot attend?
Yes, even if they are abroad, unwell, unable to travel etc, you should still send them an invitation to make them feel included.
I don’t want to invite children, can I stipulate this on the invite?
To put this in print may offend. Simply writing the names of only the people who are invited will get the point across that their children are not invited.
Should I include gift list information?
It is inappropriate to mention gifts on a wedding invitation, even to say that the preference is not to receive any. This information should be spread by word of mouth via wedding party members and parents.
What if I don’t know the guest’s name?
Where possible, try to find out the names of all the guests rather than just inviting "Daniel plus guest"
What date should I ask guest’s to reply by?
Approx 4/5 weeks before the actual wedding date.
Should I ask evening invitee’s to reply?
Normally these guest are not asked to respond as they are not invited to dine, therefore you will not need to know numbers.
My guests have not responded, what should I do?
If a guest does not respond by the reply by date that is printed on the response card, it is perfectly acceptable to give them a friendly telephone call to ask them if they are coming. You will need to do this especially if you have ordered printed place cards or table plan.
One of my guests has asked can she bring her new boyfriend but I have never met him - what should I do?
It is inappropriate for guests to reply that they are bringing along more people than were actually invited or to directly ask you to include other people in your invitation. It should be explained that as much as you'd like to, you simply can't accommodate more people than you've budgeted for. Explain that you would love to meet up with her and her new boyfriend when you get back from honeymoon.
Should my stationery be formal or informal in tone?
Is it a traditional church wedding or an informal affair? Is it abroad or in a castle? Is there a dress code? All of these factors will determine the tone of the invite.
What are dress codes?
Dress codes let people know what you expect them to wear. Here is a list of examples:
- White Tie - Men in evening tail coat & trousers, white shirt, white vest & white tie. Women in long gowns.
Black Tie – Men in tuxedos. Women in cocktail dresses, long dresses or a smart suit
Morning Dress – the morning time equivilant of White Tie. Women in dresses – hats often worn.
Semi-Formal (also known as Informal Attire) - Men in business suits. Women in dresses or smart suits.
Smart Casual – Men in a blazer or a sports jacket with an optional tie. Women in dresses or smart suits
Should we have a dress codes?
Some guests will like knowing what you expect of them and a dress code ensures that everybody is at the same standard of formality. However if your dress code involves the rental of a suit, then you should bear in mind that it will be an extra expense for your guests.
Should we put the dress code on the evening invites?
If you are having, for example a black tie wedding and you don’t ask evening guests to wear tuxedos etc, then they may feel uncomfortable as they will stick out from the crowd. On the other hand you may not want to ask these guests to go to the expense of renting a tux. A good solution is to print: Black Tie Optional.
Who is Hosting the Wedding?
The host is the person/people who are paying for the wedding. Traditionally the bride's parents act as hosts. As more couples are now financing their own wedding, they may prefer to act as host themselves. This will dictate how the invitation is worded.
Should we include titles such as Mr. and Mrs. on our place cards?
It depends on how formal the event is. First name and second name are fine too. Using only first names is not ideal as this will lead to confusion.
We are still not sure about all the names of our guests and now it is time to print the place cards, what should we do?
Again try to find out but if you can’t, simply put “Guest of Daniel Jones”.
Should we handwrite individual messages or pre print a standard message on our Thank-you Cards?
Etiquette dictates that each card should be handwritten, thanking each guest for the individual gift. Having said that pre-printed cards are very convenient these days for modern bride!
When should we send the thank you cards?
As soon as possible but no later than 3 months after your wedding.
What is a.....?
Save the Date Card
What is a Save the Date Card?
A Save the Date Card acts as an announcement which notifies your guests that you have set a date for your wedding and asks them to put it in their diary. These cards are not official invitations and should only reveal the wedding date and some brief details of the location if necessary.
When should I order them?
About 6 weeks prior to when you want to send them out.
When should I send them?
They can be sent up to a year in advance of the wedding and are particularly useful if you are getting married abroad or are inviting guests from abroad, and want to make sure they have plenty of notice.
How many should I order?
Remember you only need one per couple or family.
Day Invitations
What is a Day Invitation?
Ofcourse, your Day Invitations are the most important piece of Wedding Stationery. They invite guests to attend your wedding ceremony and the following reception.
When should I order them?
Approx. 6 months prior to the wedding.
When should I send them?
Traditionally they are sent 6-8 weeks prior to wedding, however as we all lead such busy lives today, many couples are opting to give guests more notice.
How many should I order?
Remember you only need one per couple or family. Please order a sufficient amount as re-ordering small amounts can be expensive. We advise that you add 10% to cover in case of handwriting errors, a growing guest list or you may want to invite guests from a reserve list should your first choice guests decline. We can re-print more invitations for you after your initial order.
RSVP Cards
What is an R.S.V.P. Card?
R.S.V.P. cards also know as response or reply cards, are sent out with your invitations. Guests are required to indicate if they wish to attend or not, and post them back to you in the supplied envelope. They are very useful as you are guaranteed to get a faster response.
When should I order them?
Approx 6 months prior to the wedding.
When should I send them?
Send them along with the day invitations.
How many should I order?
One for every day invitation.
Do they come with envelopes?
Yes, all of our R.S.V.P. cards are supplied with envelopes
Should I send R.S.V.P. cards out with my Evening Invitations?
No, normally evening guests are not asked to respond because they are not being invited to a sit down meal, and therefore you will not need to know exact numbers.
How are R.S.V.P. Cards Worded?
Our R.S.V.P. Cards are all worded in the same fashion, although you could also ask guests whether they have any special dietary requirements, this information can be added, should you wish.
Evening Invitations
What is an Evening Invitation?
Evening Invitations invite guests to attend the reception only, usually after the meal. They can be less formal in tone and should not include an rsvp.
When should I order them?
Approx 6 months prior to the wedding.
When should I send them?
Normally they are sent 6/8 weeks prior to wedding, however as we all lead such busy lives today, many couples are opting to give guests more notice.
How many should I order?
Remember you only need one per couple or family. Please order a sufficient amount as re-ordering small amounts can be expensive. We advise that you add 10% to cover in case of handwriting errors, a growing guest list. We can re-print more invitations for you after your initial order.
How are Evening Invitations Worded?
Normally the Evening Invitations will follow the same style of wording as the Day Invitations with the ommission of the church and reply details.
Place Cards
What is a Place Card?
Place Cards are small cards which tell your guests where they should sit at the reception.
When should I order them?
You can order them along with the day invitations or you can place a seperate order nearer the wedding. The text for printed place cards must be supplied no later than 6 weeks prior to the wedding.
How many should I order?
1 place card for each person.
What is the difference between a Blank Place Card and a Printed Place Card?
Blank Place Cards are supplied without any printing on them so you can write on the guests names yourself. This is a cheaper and more flexible option. However if you would prefer that we print each guest's name onto the place cards, then you should order Printed Place Cards.
How are Printed Place Cards worded?
Purely down to personal choice! - The guests' first name on its own, first name and surname or maybe if the wedding is more formal, include the title of the guest.
For Example: Daniel, Daniel Jones or Mr. Daniel Jones
Menu Cards
What is a Menu Card?
The main function of Menu Card is to inform guests of the meal ahead, but they are also a lovely addition to your tables, helping to bring your stationery theme through to your reception.
When should I order them?
You can order them along with the day invitations or you can place a separate order nearer the wedding. In any case the text for menus should be supplied as soon as you have confirmed the menu but no later than 6 weeks prior to the wedding please.
How many should I order?
2 to 3 menus on a table of 8 to10 people will be more than enough.
How are Menu Cards Worded?
Each menu is different, however if space provides we try to fit the couples' name and wedding date at the top. Names of dishes are treated in the same way as song titles so each word should be capitalised. Wines can also be included if space allows.
Thank You Cards
What is a Thank You Card?
Thank you cards are sent to your guests, thanking them for their kind wishes/gifts and for attending your wedding.
When should I order them
You can order them along with the day invitations or place a separate order nearer the wedding. You can order them after the wedding but we advise against this as thank you cards should be sent promptly after the wedding.
How many should I order?
Add your total day invitations plus evening invitations and add a few extra for other people who will help you or give you a gift even though they are not wedding guests.
Can we get a custom message printed inside our thank you cards?
Our Thank-you cards are supplied blank as we think it is nicer for you to write a personal message.
Although, if you do have a message you would like printed, this isn't a problem, just let us know!
Wedding Favours
What is a Wedding Favour?
Wedding Favours are a small token given to guests at the reception. Usually sweets or chocolates. Our favour boxes are available to match all of our designs.
When should I order them?
You can order them along with the day invitations or you can place a separate order nearer the wedding.
How many should I order?
You should give one favour to each guest.
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