Succulents are a big hit with US weddings and it’s only a matter of time before they get big with the UK weddings market. Enjoy these gorgeous floral designs and let us know what you think:
Are you stuck on how to word your stationery? Or afraid people will judge you for having incorrect wedding stationery etiquette? Truth is, every couple will be wording their stationery a bit different than their best friend because wording is based around the person paying for the wedding and family relationships. The person paying is referred to as the “host”. Traditionally the hosts were the bride’s parents but in modern days it can be the couple themselves, both the bride and groom’s parents, the bride’s father and the bride’s step mother, or any anyone else. Below are some of the most commonly used wedding invitation examples:
Bride’s parents as host
Mr and Mrs James Smith
request the pleasure of your company
at the marriage of their daughter
Chloe
to
Mr Joseph Stanford
at St. Marys, London
on 25th May 2012
at 2 o’clock
and afterwards at
The Wallace Collection
Both sets of parents hosting
Together with their families
Chloe Smith
and
Joseph Stanford
request the pleasure of your company
at their marriage
at St. Marys, London
on 25th May 2012
at 2 o’clock
and afterwards at
The Wallace Collection
Bride and groom hosting
Chloe Smith
and
Joseph Stanford
request the pleasure of your company
at their marriage
at St. Marys, London
on 25th May 2012
at 2 o’clock
and afterwards at
The Wallace Collection
Bride’s parents divorced, both acting as host
Mrs Jane Birdsell
Mr James Smith
request the pleasure of your company
at the marriage of their daughter
Chloe
to
Mr Joseph Stanford
at St. Marys, London
on 25th May 2012
at 2 o’clock
and afterwards at
The Wallace Collection
Let us know if you have any etiquette questions and we’ll be happy to help you! Contact us here.
I was one of the lucky few invited to Bruce Oldfield’s launch party last week for the launch of his new perfume and china tableware collection. I also saw models gracefully wear his new bridal collection as we sipped cocktails and enjoyed a selection of afternoon tea nibbles. The tableware collection will be available in the UK from early summer through Bruce Oldfield’s boutique and Royal Crown Derby’s network, and the perfume will be available through the boutique, Bruce Oldfield online, and Libertys comes July 25th.
Wise wedding planning tip #6
A couple days before your wedding you’ll want to drop off a box of wedding “stuff” at the venue so you don’t need to bring it on the day. Things you might bring in advance of the day include; menus, escort cards, place cards, table plan, decorations, alcohol and beverages, guest book and pen, gift box, change of clothes (if required), guest favours, and anything else specific to your wedding. Make sure you schedule an appointment with the venue ahead of your arrival. Happy wedding day!
Image: Martha Stewart Weddings
You're the best thing to ever happen to me. Leanne - 2010 Bride
