Wedding invitations are usually sent to each person on your guest list, but there are a few rules of etiquette that dictate otherwise. Wedding traditions has shown brides that although invitations can’t be customized for different guests, there are still rules on how each one should be properly delivered. Here are 3 common wedding invitation etiquette dilemmas and how they should be dealt with.
- Inviting partners and guests: If you are sending an invite to a guest that is married, engaged or living with a significant other, proper wedding etiquette states that their partner be included in the invitation. Only one invitation is needed for couples living together; however, if each member lives in a different house, then a separate invite should be sent to each address. For invited guests that are single, sending an invitation that reads “And Guest” or “Plus one” is thoughtful, but never required.
- Guests that ask to Bring a Guest: Although traditional rules consider it rude to ask the wedding couple to bring a guest, we believe nowadays this has become more acceptable. Guests should be considerate and notify you as soon as possible if they intend on bringing a guest; yet, no matter the circumstance you still have the right to politely say no. Conversely, if you find out that a guest recently got engaged or married, it’s your responsibility to offer an invite either verbally or in writing.
- Invitations to out-of-town guests: Some brides second guess on whether or not to send an invitation to a far away guest. Every situation is different but take these points inconsideration:
- Are they a close friend? If so, could they be offended for not receiving an invite, despite knowing they couldn’t attend?
- Do you keep in contact with them? If not, your invite could be seen more as a gift-request, then an invitation.
- Would a wedding announcement be more appropriate? They present all the information of a wedding invitation without the guilt of not be able to attend.
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Help! what is the rule about guest list for parents of the bride and
groom ? My daughter states I can’t include good friends who have know her or about her since birth since she has no contact with them.
Both the grooms family and ours has friends like this that we feel should be included. Thank you