Proper invitation wording for a destination wedding, with reception happening some time later.
My fiance and I are moving from central Californa to Hawaii, he is there already, working and looking for a home for us. We are going to get married soon after I arrive. This isn't technically an elopement, since both our families and all our friends know. There are only going to be two close friends with us (as witnesses) for the ceremony. We are planning on coming back to California on our 1 year anniversary to restate our vows, have a big reception, and go on our honeymoon. What would be the proper wording for the invitations/announcements to let our loved ones know we've gotten married?
Thank you very much!
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WEDDING ETIQUETTE EXPERT
Aug 18, 2008, 10:21 PM
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Re: Proper invitation wording for a destination wedding, with reception happening some time later.
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Dear Jennibugs,
We have very many posts about this, please read them.
Why restate your vows after a year? There really is no reason to do so and it may seem odd. This should be something you would do on a bench mark anniversary or after a difficult situation, like a separation. We don't restate our vows to simulate a wedding just to have a reception, which wouldn't be proper anyway for a vow renewal.
You could simply have a party for your friends and not call it an anniversary party or reception. You would be responsible for all the cost and it wouldn't be a gift giving event, which is the same for the vow renewal anyway.
Announcements are sent after the wedding and only sent to those who need to know--usually family. Invitations for anniversary parties are based on the formality of the event. So, you would need to ask that question when you are ready to host that party. Please read more about invitation etiquette.
Proper invitation wording for a destination wedding, with reception happening some time later.
