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Wedding invitation wordings are a concept by themselves. A lot of effort and generation of ideas is essential before one finalizes the wedding card. The theme for the wedding, formal affairs, home weddings, church nuptials, party after the wedding, destination wordings, second marriages are the main broad categories. If the wedding is to be clubbed with another event say the birthday of the bride or house warming event then this again calls for a careful choice of words. The speech before the toast has to be with reference to the context of the invitation card.
Ready wordings are available in shops with a choice of card paper, imprints, illustrations, envelope styles and also free columns for personalized indications. Wedding invitations are sent to relatives, friends, acquaintances, work place staff and also distantly placed people. To arrive at a common line that indicates personalized invitation and groups all the people as important attendees is a task. The card reflects one’s personality and hence it is imperative to follow etiquettes in the wedding invitation.
Much has to be adhered regarding the size and shape of the card. The quality of the card and pastel light hues in ivory, cream or mustard in a light hue are acceptable for formal weddings. The venue, date and timing of nuptials and reception should be clearly indicated. The contact number for R.S.V.P should be reliable for people to connect with you. Titles are essential and so also the engravings and font size. Choose a formal card with much formal wordings. Do regard to mention the names of parents, or in case someone is an orphan to mention the guardian’s name so there is no confusion when the guest approaches to wish the couple.
Second marriages are sensitive issues. Clearly indicate the relatives especially children. ‘Mathew and Ida invite you to the wedding of their father, Mr., Gomes with Miss Heidi this 25th November at Vincent garden’’
Destination weddings and elopements require a great sense of understanding by way of communicating a party after the wedding. In case the venue of the wedding is a little difficult to find, then it is essential to draw up a chart at the back of the card or use a enclosure to indicate the same. Informal weddings are precise matters. Minimal use of words and friendly tone are the main highlight of such invitation cards. One can use, ‘Dear Perry, I would be delighted if you could join with your family, for my wedding to be held at St Cathedral church this Saturday at 6 pm and a great evening at the adjoining Victoria garden’ ‘Please do not bring any gifts’ can be indicated where you do not wish to receive any gifts.
‘Reception only’ invitation cards are available too. ‘I would be thankful if you attended our wedding reception held at Osaka grounds.’ The tone should be right and the venue details correct. Beach weddings, garden weddings, non traditional weddings all require proper use of words.
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