how to announce a couple when the bride keeps her name
I plan on keeping my last name after the wedding. Is it necessary to announce/notify guests that my last name will not change? If so, where and how do I do this: A wedding website maybe?
Also, how should we be announced at the reception? I would not mind being announced as Mrs. HusbandsName but might that cause confusion later, when I retain my last name and do not adopt his? Would it be rude to his family, as if I have changed my mind suddenly? Or should we just be announced as "the newlyweds" or some such thing?
It has not ever come up in conversation with his family but my own family, as well as my groom, have known as long as I can remember that I would keep my last name -- we've been dating for 3 years. My groom is under the impression his family will be angered by my choice, so should I let them know in advance so they will be ready for it, or let them have their opinions-- after my wedding? (ie go with being announced as Mrs.Husbandsname and have them find out later)
Thanks so much for your expertise and time!!
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Sep 10, 2007, 11:15 AM
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Re: [Jess_Plum] how to announce a couple when the bride keeps her name
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Dear Jess,
It is best not to have yourself announced with your husband's last name. In fact, you don't have to be announced at all. Your officiate could announce you two with your current names accompanied by whatever term you wish, like newlyweds, if you wish.
We often announce a name change on a 'name' card or include the information on our announcements. But, you don't have to announce keeping your name.
Hopefully, your inlaws will not be upset with your choice. There really are more women choosing the keep their names these days.
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