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Invitation wordings for weddings are very special. One firstly needs to understand whether the wedding is traditional or non traditional. Also it is necessary to make the invite formal or informal. Catering to different guests who can be grouped as business associates, clients, friends, close relatives and also distant relatives, the card has to be worded accordingly.
A general card is required for all weddings with a broad concept to include all guests. Certain pocket cards can be included especially as deemed fit, like reception only cards, bachelor party invite and bridal shower party. A coordinated effort regarding the colour and font of the card has to be adopted. It is also essential to minimalize on illustrations and graphics.
Destination weddings can be only offered to a minimum as it gets to be a costly affair. Moreover many people will not be available at that particular time. Include a ‘reception follows’ sentence, hand over the wedding card and invite them in advance for a reception. Beach weddings are informal functions. Along with complete arrangements of food and climate protections make sure to mention the dress code, foot wear and theme for the beach function. Similarly garden weddings need to indicate the clothing.
If you want to mention that the guests need not bring any presents, do so gently. ‘ Your presence is the biggest gift, ‘ You are so important, we insist you come without any presents’. ‘ Presents in blessings only’ are some examples.
Hindu weddings are high on drama. There is exaggeration in different types of food and refreshments, traditional wedding garments and also the decoration. The traditional weddings also have elaborate and distinct functions as per the community. Make sure to mention the ‘mehndi – henna ceremony for girls’, ‘ladies sangeet’, ‘stag party’ and the earlier rituals clearly in the card so that the guests attend each on time. This also gives an opportunity to know in advance about the timings and they can arrange their availability accordingly.
Second marriages are important issues. Include the children to invite the guests for the wedding. In case either of the couple is an orphan, please mention the title as guardian so as to avoid embarrassments.
Indicating the dress code as formal, thematic or informal is essential. The guests too like to dress up for the occasion and arrange to deliver the card in advance so as to enable them to make adequate preparations
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