One of the most controversial parts of this process is the wording on the invitations. Let's start with who throws the wedding. many couples are getting married later in life — and paying for the festivities themselves. In this case the traditional parents-of-the-bride invite isn't appropriate. However, there are also parents who have lived for the day they see those words — do you want to deprive them?
Modern times call for modern solutions — and weddings can be an expensive problem. If both sets of parents are pitching in for the wedding, make sure you include both on the invites. It's not good to start of the relationship slighting the in-laws.
Make the reception time and place clear on the invite. It may help to add a map card. If the dress will be formal or casual this is a good place to note it: casual reception to follow . . . or formal reception held at . . . .
Don't forget the pesky addressing wording problem. Is it Mr.? and Dr.? Who gets his last name and who gets her own? With your friends this will be easier than more distant relations. You know your friends' preferences. But how can you be expected to know Jack's widow still expects to be "Mrs. Jack"? This is a good time to invest in or borrow an etiquette book. This is a worthwhile investment for the stress it saves.
Good luck. Relax, and check out the sites below to nab other couples ideas.
Colleen and Gary — Bride's parent's invite. simple format.
Kim and Marc — This is the cover of an invite — but worth seeing.
Rebecca and Mark — personality counts — these were done on handmade paper! Traditional wording.
Sam and Gerri — Creative wording makes this invite stand out. This is a simple text page.
Bari and Gerry — A more modern invite extended by the happy couple.
Jennifer and Patrice — A beautiful, traditional invite.
Gwyneth and Robert — This one is notable for the reception note at the end. Be kind to your guests — inform them.
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