Reception Invitation wording for a second marriage
We were married recently in Las Vegas and now want to have a small, intimate cocktail/dinner reception with approximately 50 - 60 guests. The invited guests will be our immediate family and closest friends. This is a second marriage for both of us so we don't want anything formal. Any suggestions on how to word our invitations so everyone knows that it's small & informal? This is something that we've come up with but what to know if its appropriate. Thanks
We
Finally Did It!
Went to Las Vegas, got married
and would like to celebrate with those
nearest and dearest to us.
(our names) request the pleasure of your company
at a cocktail and dinner reception
in celebration of their recent marriage
Date
Time
Place
Please RSVP ¨C (our phone number & reply date)
(your presence is gift enough)
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Re: [dphall60] Reception Invitation wording for a second marriage
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Dear Dphall,
We really don't mention the wedding on the reception invitation, as guests know you are married simply by receiving the reception invitation. But, this is casual, so it should be all right.
By mentioning that it is a cocktail/dinner reception (which is another thing we don't typically mention on invitations) it appears as if the dress code would be cocktail attire--dressy and not casual. Our guests usually know what type of food and beverages will be served by the time stated on the invitation.
We don't ever mention gifts, even when we don't expect any.
I would change the their in: "in celebration of their recent marriage" to 'our'.
Reception Invitation wording for a second marriage
