How to decide on your Wedding Invitations

Your wedding invitation will set the tone for your event. Whatever you decide to do for your special day (formal, semi formal, informal, theme based), your invitation should reflect or represent both the event and your personality.

 

Order all of your invitations at the same time, leaving ample time to have them printed and addressed. You will need to have all the following details firmed up before you can order your invitations:

• Date
• Time
• Place (be sure you have the address)
• Parents’ names
• Groom’s middle name
• Number of people attending reception vs. wedding

 

Remember that the total number of guests does not necessarily mean you need that many invitations. Figure out how many of those people are couples who will only need one invitation. However, you will need the total count when talking with the caterer and choosing a reception site.

 

Types of Invitations
The most formal invitation is on ecru (cream) or white stock engraved with black or dark-gray ink. It is folded in half, with the text of the invitation on the front outside panel. A less formal invitation is on an unfolded ecru or white card. Either of these papers may be plain or paneled. Nowadays, there are many different choices, as you will see on my site: http://www.zazzle.com/noteableexpressions

 

Lettering Style
There are dozens and dozens of typefaces to choose from. Pick one that expresses the spirit of your occasion and matches the tone of the stationery you decide upon. All pieces in your wedding ensemble should use the same paper and ink color or coordinate with each other.

* Note ~ Of course much of this applies to any invitation you are deciding on.