Top 10 Trends in Wedding Invitations in 2009
January 19, 2009 by Wedding Ideas
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by Jackson Rachel
Wedding invitations are affected by general trends, and there is no reason to think that 2009 will be any different. Some of the trends of 2009 are continuations of the popular ideas of 2008, while other trends are just beginning to gain popularity. When designing your wedding invitations, choose what you like best, and leave behind what you do not. It is important that you design an invitation that reflects the style of you and your future spouse. While you may undoubtedly want to be aware of what is popular and what is not when making your choices, there is no reason to choose something because of its popularity. Instead, use these ideas as starting points when designing your dream wedding invitation.
Continue to save the date
Save the date cards continue to be a popular addition to the wedding invitations package. These cards especially come in handy if you are planning a wedding in June, September or around the holidays, since they are traditionally busy times of the year. A save the date card should be sent out as early as possible. This allows your guests to avoid making plans for that day. Many invitations come with a specific save the date card that coordinates when the celebration will take place. Choosing coordinated save the date cards and invitations means making a decision early on about which design you are going to use. It also adds a nice level of customizations to your invitations.
Color, color, color
Whether bold or subtle, color is a big part of wedding invitations in 2009. Modern printing techniques make it easier than ever to add color from the writing on the envelope lining to the card stock. Colors that were once used primarily for contemporary invitations, has become so widespread that even the most traditional wedding invitations currently use these colors.
Extending a Theme
Does your wedding have a theme? Whether you are having an outdoor wedding, a candlelight service or a wedding on the beach, you can customize your invitations to include some mention of the theme. Confetti in your envelopes or a simple candle drawing on the front of the invitations is an easy way to integrate your theme into your wedding invitations.
Do it yourself invitations
Many people have become taken with the idea of do it yourself invitations. Do it yourself invitations allow you to save some money when planning your wedding, but they also allow you greater control over your finished product. Do it yourself invitations are a great way to create a 100% customized look for your invitations while still keeping control of your budget.
Destination invitations
More and more, couples are choosing destination weddings as a low stress way to have a memorable wedding ceremony. If you are planning a destination wedding, choosing an invitation that is made specifically for the occasion is a great way to provide your guests with a memento of the event as well as being certain that all the invitation provides all of the information they will need to plan their trip.
Adding a photograph
Adding a photograph to your wedding invitations is another choice that may be popular in 2009. As stated before, technology has made this an easy option. Adding a photograph of the happy couple is a wonderful way to personalize your invitations without adding a great deal to the cost of the invitations.
Couples invitations
More and more, men are becoming involved in the planning of the wedding. In the past, weddings were typically planned by the bride, her mother and her friends. Today, it is common for the groom to have an interest and opinion on all parts of the ceremony. Couples invitations are a way to display this relationship, and will become more popular in 2009.
Adding a favor
A small favor added to your invitation is becoming a more popular option. If you are having a theme or destination wedding, including a favor is a great way to add some needed information. For the theme wedding, a small candle for a candlelight service is a thoughtful touch. For a beach vacation, a small tote bag with information from the area chamber of commerce is a thoughtful choice. While adding favors to the wedding invitations is a thoughtful touch, and becoming more popular, the cost can add up quickly. Adding favors to invitations typically works best if you are planning a small ceremony, and expect most of your invitees to attend.
Personalize your wedding stationery
Personalization is another area that has been improved greatly by technology. New methods of printing have made many more options available than ever before. This means that the engaged couple can add ribbons, pictures and trinkets, not to mention colored fonts, customized edgings and many other options to stock invitations. This allows standard invitations to look completely personalized.
Colors as neutrals
While adding color as a bold statement has become increasingly popular, color as a neutral is becoming more common as well. This means that a traditional invitation may be pastel pink rather than ivory, or mint green rather than white. Using colors as neutrals continues to grow in popularity as more people become accustomed to seeing colors as part of the wedding invitations.
Rachel Jackson is a freelance writer who writes about weddings and other family events. Ms. Jackson often writes about specific aspects of a wedding such as the wedding invitations.
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Etiquette for Wedding Invitations
January 12, 2009 by Wedding Ideas
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Wedding Invitation Etiquette – Important Do’s and Don’ts
By Susan Jones
Are you ready to invite guests to your wedding but you’re not quite sure about the proper wedding invitation etiquette? Here are some important tips to help you.
Do:
Enclose a reception card along with your wedding invitation when the ceremony and the reception will be held at different locations. The reception card should also be provided with an envelope and contain specific information about the reception.
Use casual names such as “Uncle Henry and Aunt Beth” or “Grandma” to relatives that are close to you in addressing the inner envelope as this will show them how much they mean to you, even if you are planning a formal event.
Mail your invitation six to eight weeks before your wedding date. If, however, your wedding date is set during a holiday season or you are inviting a lot of guests that are from out of state, observe wedding invitation etiquette by mailing the invitations sooner to give your guests ample time to plan and make hotel reservations and organize their schedule.
Position the word “black tie” in the lower right hand corner of the invitation if you are planning for a formal wedding so that your guests can dress accordingly.
Don’t:
Address envelopes as Mr. and Mrs. William Cooper and Family. The names of children under 18 years old should be included in the invitation, while children over 18 should be sent their own invitation. (That’s if you’re inviting children.)
Use nicknames. Always use the first, middle (optional) , and last name. Some people do not want their middle names included in the invitation; don’t use initials, simply do not include their middle names.
Abbreviate. Only “Mr.”, “Mrs.”, or “Dr.” can be abbreviated. All other titles should be written completely.
Abbreviate dates, addresses and time.
Write the word “and” as “&”.
Observing the proper wedding invitation etiquette is quite important when inviting guests to share your special day. I hope these tips have been useful and have helped you on the most romantic journey of your life!
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