Wedding Invitations
Selecting wedding invitations is based heavily on personal tastes and pricing. From do it yourself invitations to expensive engraved invitations you should find plenty of info on everything you would ever want to know about wedding invitations.
The first thing you need to know is that invitations need to be ordered at least 90 days prior to the wedding date. Realistically they need to be ordered earlier than that because you need to have them sent out early on and give guests adequate time to make plans to attend the wedding. Make sure you order more than you need for unexpected guests.
The internet is a great way to search for invitations. From simple do it yourself to expensive wedding invitations you can find any flavor of wedding invitation. For an affordable invitations with a posh look, invitations can be created with a home printer using premium paper and embellishments.
Also the correct wording is essential for a great wedding invitation. A common protocal is to use the phrase “the honour of your presence” for weddings held in houses of worship, while “the pleasure of your company” is used for weddings in other locations.
If you are using two envelopes , the smaller inner envelope is addressed with only the guest’s name. The outer envelope is addressed with the guest’s full name and address. Do not use abbreviations for streets and cities. Before stamping, bring a sample of the completed invitations to the post office to determine the correct postage.
When you put together your invitations, the reply card with stamped envelope should be on top, followed by the reception card, then the actual invitation. If using two envelopes, the enclosures are placed in the inner envelope face up. The inner envelope is placed unsealed in the outer envelope, with the flap facing back so that your guest sees his or her name upon opening.
Be sure and look around before ordering your invitations. There are numerous designs and colors so you can find an invitation that meets your expectations in terms of style and affordability.
