How to address your invitations Which salutations to use, what exactly goes in your invitation envelopes, do you pay for postage for RSVP’s

How to Address Your Invitations:

  1. Salutations:
    • For a married couple: "Mr. and Mrs. John Doe" or "Doctor and Mrs. John Doe" if either spouse has a PhD.
    • For unmarried couple living together: "Ms. Jane Doe and Mr. John Smith"
    • For families with children: "Mr. and Mrs. John Doe and Family"
  2. Invitation Envelopes:
    • The outer envelope should include the full names of the guests and their address.
    • The inner envelope should only include the guest's names.
  3. RSVP Postage:
    • It is customary to include postage for the RSVP card, but it is not mandatory. If you choose not to, you can request guests to reply via phone or email.

Remember, the most important thing is to make sure your guests feel welcomed and appreciated. Use the proper salutation and make sure the names and addresses are spelled correctly. A little attention to detail will go a long way in making sure your guests feel valued and excited to celebrate your special day with you!

Salutations:

  1. Traditional: "Mr. and Mrs. John Doe"
  2. Contemporary: "Jane and John"

Information to include in the invitation envelope:

  1. The invitation
  2. Response card and envelope
  3. Reception card (if applicable)
  4. Map or directions card (if needed)

Postage for RSVPs: Typically, the bride and groom will provide postage for the response card so that guests can easily mail back their RSVP. If the response card is more elaborate or requires additional postage, the couple should provide additional postage. It's important to check with the post office to make sure the response card will have the proper postage before mailing out the invitations.

Remember, the key to addressing your wedding invitations is to make sure everything is legible and easy to read. Use a clear, easy-to-read font and avoid any abbreviations. Additionally, make sure to double-check all addresses before mailing out the invitations to ensure that your guests receive their invitations in a timely manner.


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