When deciding who to invite to
your wedding, it can be helpful to think about your ideal celebration. Consider
your closest family, friends, and anyone who has played a significant role in
your life. Here are some groups you might think about inviting:
- Immediate
Family – Parents, siblings, and any children of
siblings (if you plan to invite children).
- Close
Friends – Those who have been there for you
through thick and thin.
- Extended
Family – Aunts, uncles, cousins, and others who
are important to you.
- Work
Colleagues – If you have a close relationship with
them, you might want to invite them.
- Mutual
Friends – People who are important to both you
and your partner.
When it comes to children,
many couples face the decision of whether to invite them. Here’s how you can
approach it:
If You Do Want to
Invite Children:
- Be
Specific on the Invitation – On the invitation
itself, you can either state "and Family" to make it clear that
children are welcome, or you can list the names of children specifically
invited.
- Offer
a Kid-Friendly Option – If you're including kids, you might
want to have a designated kid's area or activities to keep them
entertained.
If You Do Not Want to
Invite Children:
- Be
Polite and Clear – It’s important to be clear but tactful.
Consider writing something like:
- "Adult-Only
Celebration" or "Due to venue restrictions, we are keeping the
celebration adult-only."
- “We
love your little ones, but we’ve chosen to have an adult-only wedding
celebration.”
- Explain
in a Personal Way – If you’re sending out invitations
to family or close friends, it’s nice to add a personal note explaining
why, especially if they are surprised or disappointed. For example,
"We wanted to make this a romantic, grown-up event, and we hope you
understand."
Other Tips:
- Be
Consistent – Make sure the same message is sent to
everyone, whether it's through your invitation or word of mouth.
- Consider a Separate Party – If you’re having an adult-only wedding, you could host a kids’ celebration or event another day to celebrate with children.
Do you need help wording an invitation or creating a guest list that fits your vision? See Monday's Blog or give us a call 1-905-334-2333 https://www.cherishcelebrate.com/cherish-celebrate
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