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Unless you are using the
"A" list and "B" list method
invitations should be mailed four to six weeks before the wedding date to allow plenty of
time for everyone to make their plans and respond so that you can give sufficient notice
to your caterer/reception manager. All wedding invitations should be mailed at the
same time (with the exception of the "A" or "B" list method.)
Outer envelopes are hand addressed in black
ink; names and addresses are not abbreviated unless the titles are Mr., Mrs., or Dr.
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Nathaniel Gates
1234 Blackwell falls
Everett, Washington 98277
Some other particulars of propriety:
Cohabiting couples receive one invitation with
names written on separate lines in alphabetical order
Mr. Joseph Nathaniel Gates
Ms. Samantha Jones
Children over age eighteen each receive his or
her own invitation
Other adult relatives who reside in the
household should each receive his or her own invitation
Inside, the ungummed envelope containing the
invitations should simply read "Mr. and Mrs. Watkins." If you have minor
children included in the invitation, their names should appear underneath their parents':
"Janice and John". The words "and family" should never be
used on wedding invitations. |
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