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Addressing the Inner envelopeHistorically, the footman would deliver the wedding invitations, set inside an outer envelope. A servant would receive the package and remove the inner envelope from the outer. They would then deliver the invitation to the appropriate member of the household to whom the inner envelope was addressed. Today, many brides continue to use both an inner and outer envelope, as it has become part of traditional wedding invitation etiquette. The inner envelope is smaller than the outer envelope and has traditionally been marked only by the titles and last name(s) of the guest(s). Here are some guidelines (both traditional and contemporary) for addressing your inner envelopes. Either format is acceptable and will depend on your personal style and the level of formality of your event. Married Couple (same last name) Formal: Mr. and Mrs. Baldwin Contemporary: James and Heather Married Couple (different last names) Formal: Ms. Swift and Mr. Brookes Contemporary: Sandy and George Single Woman Formal: Miss Cartwright and Ben (only if you do not know the name of the guest should you write "and guest") Contemporary: Cynthia Single Man Formal: Mr. Anderson Contemporary: Ben Unmarried Couple (at same address) Formal: Ms. Smith and Mr. Green Contemporary: Colleen and James If children or families are invited, their names are listed under those of the parents: Formal: Mr. and Mrs. Brown Kevin and Katrina Contemporary: Andrea, Steve and family or Andrea, Steve Kevin Katrina |
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