Wedding invitations not only serve the purpose of informing guests of their requested
Wedding Invitations - Setting the Tone for Your Day
presence at and details of the bride and groom’s celebration, but they also give an impression of the big event.
The formality of the wedding should be reflected by the invitation, helping guests know what to wear and what type of gathering to expect. For a black tie affair with a plated dinner, select an elegant invitation with detailed font. For an afternoon picnic on the beach, try a simpler format with splashes of color. Most important, make sure that all of the information that guests should know upon arrival is available on the invitation. Listed below are some inclusions to consider.
Important Invitation Inclusions:
-Bride and groom’s names
-Wedding date
-Ceremony location and address
-Ceremony time
-Whether or not a reception will follow and where
-RSVP card with pre-addressed and pre-stamped return envelope
-Wedding colors (incorporated throughout the invitation)
Optional Items:
-Registry information
-Directions to the ceremony site
-Type of refreshments that will be served
