 | The proper color of ink for the traditional wedding is black. |
| Formal invitations require the use of full name; initials and nick-names
should not be used. Also, remember to spell out titles such as "Doctor" or
"The Reverend." |
| The joining line, between the Bride’s name and the Groom’s
name, usually consists of the word "to." But Jewish and Catholic invitations use
the word "and." |
| Each member of the bridal party should receive an invitation as well as
their guests, the officiant, and all guests 18 and over. |
| Assembly should go as follows:
Invitation
Tissue paper
Enclosures
Ungummed envelope
Outer envelope
Everything faces the envelope flap. |
| For addressing your invitations by hand, black has long been the accepted
color of ink. |
| Your guests names should never be abbreviated, although it is acceptable
to use abbreviations such as "Dr.", "Mr." or "Mrs." |
| The inner envelope does not include first names or addresses. Children
under 18 are printed on a separate line. |
| Before purchasing stamps for your outer envelope take one complete
invitation to the post office to be weighed. The irregular shape of the invitation may
also require extra postage. |
| Order your invitations at least
three months before the big day. Send your
invitations out six to eight weeks before the wedding. |
