Category Archives: Wedding Stationery

Wedding Communications Part 2

The wedding announcement is sent out the day of or shortly after the wedding takes place, especially to those who did not receive wedding invitations. Usually, the wedding announcement is sent to friends and family who were not invited to … Continue reading

Wedding Communications Part 1

With all the different events and announcements that go into a wedding, it is difficult for some couples to know how to properly go about dealing with everything. As far as wedding communication, there is a clear and concise difference … Continue reading

Wedding Stationery Components

Invitations today offer incredible flexibility for both wording and layout. The best way to find the perfect wording and layout is to browse the selection at The American Wedding Website. You can quickly and easily flip through a large selection, … Continue reading

Wedding Styles: Formal or Informal

Very Formal Wedding Attire: This style of wedding adheres to strict wedding etiquette.  The wedding gown should be elegant and traditional, with a long train and veil in a complementary length for the bride.  6-12 bridesmaids wearing floor-length dresses.  Mothers … Continue reading

What is the Purpose of a Reception Card?

The purpose of the reception card is to invite guests to your reception, let them know what type of reception it is, where it is being held and the time it starts.  It is never proper to announce this information … Continue reading

Wedding Invitation Etiquette: Respond Cards and Envelopes

A wedding invitation is always a welcome site in the mailbox. However, if proper wedding invitation etiquette is not followed, problems can arise. When sending out wedding invitations, take extra care to not confuse or possibly insult your guests. Following … Continue reading

What is the Purpose of a Respond Card?

The respond card, or RSVP, is a handy card to have when you need to have an accurate count of how many people will be attending your wedding and reception. The card should contain the following information: An opening line. … Continue reading

Wedding Invitations Inner Envelopes

Did you ever wonder why there is such a thing? The tradition goes back to the days when invitations were delivered by hand. The wedding invitation was delivered to the invitee’s home, with the name and address on the outer … Continue reading

Save the Date Cards: What are they and Why do you need them?

Since most brides, thankfully, only go through the wedding planning process once, it is impossible to learn and know all the terminology that has been used in the industry for decades only to forget it overnight after the ceremony. Knowing … Continue reading

Types of Wedding Personalization – Part 2

Single Initial Still some will just carry things out bearing the last name initial only. The single initial is a timeless choice. In recent years the popular cake topper has been that of a single initial. Our Contemporay Initial Luncheon … Continue reading