how to announce a marriage when the reception date isn't set
My fiance and I are getting married in a simple ceremony at town hall. We'll probably wear jeans. We are doing this for personal reasons but still want to hold the big white dress ceremony and reception next summer or fall. I am terrible at keeping secrets but I don't know how to announce a marriage when the celebration is going to be at an unknown date and location. I've seen the typical announcement and was thinking of adding wording maybe, "The couple have decided to share their vows at a reception to be planned on their anniversary." Thoughts?
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The reason you're having trouble with this is because it isn't really correct. Once you're married, you're married, no matter where or when the ceremony takes place. If you cannot wait for that dream wedding, then go ahead and have your ceremony now and host a reception within one year.
Please review the tons of past posts we've has on this subject in the various forums. Top Wedding Questions Forum Moderator - "Write your sorrows in the sand, your blessings in stone".
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I completely agree. And please remember that you only announce the wedding if you are not inviting the guest to your reception.
If you wait for your anniversary to host an event, it is an anniversary party for which it is unusual to invite guests. It is best to host the reception within the first year. The longer you wait, the more traditional elements don't relate, such as the first dance, garter and bouquet toss, and even the cutting of the cake.
Finally, this is not considered a gift giving event. Rebecca Black, Etiquette Now
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