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You can't avoid wedding invitations. You have to have a media to invite your
guests to your wedding. Its not socially correct to invite guests via email or
ask them to respond via the net. There are rules of etiquette that need to be
followed, but there are rules that are being broken to save your costs.

Wedding invitations can run the gamut of high end engraved on specially milled
paper to printing your own on your own printer on blank invitation stock.
We've found some great deals for you on invitations from $67 per hundred.
That's less than the printer ink you need to print your own. Please check them
all out below. We've included some stunning unique invitations.

Express your individuality through your wedding invitation choices. We've
found invitations with motorcycles, abstract designs, Victorian style designs ,
toiles, and bright colors made to grab your guests attention and set the tone
for the party to come.

Do you need reception cards? No, you can put the reception on the invitation
as a footnote if everyone you are inviting to the wedding is invited to the
reception.

Everything you need to know about wording your wedding invitations, proper
etiquette and assembling your invitations are below. Read on!

Everything you've always needed to know
about wording wedding invitations and
proper wedding invitation etiquette.

Wedding invitations need to convey information. You are inviting them to the
wedding and /or the reception.   You also must follow proper wedding invitation
wording and etiquette.

You need to put the names of the hosts on the wedding invitation. If the brides
parents are paying for the wedding and sending out the invitations, you usually
indicate that Mr. and Mrs John Doe Smith invite you to the wedding of their
daughter, Penelope to Mr. William Jones. The names of the grooms parents
traditionally don't appear on the wedding invitation. If both sets of parents are
hosting the wedding, the wording is Mr. and Mrs. John Doe Smith and Mr. and
Mrs. John Jones invite you the marriage of their children.

If the brides parents are divorced, the names are on different lines. It would
read something like John Doe Smith (new line )and (new line) Brenda Smith. If
she is remarried, it would read Brenda Newname and be on her own line.

If both parents are divorced and remarried for many years, you can say Mr. and
Mrs John Doe Smith and Mr. And Mrs. Jack Newname. It depends on the
relationship between the bride and the step parents and how she feels about
her parental situation it is correct to do it either way.

If the couple is hosting and paying for the wedding themselves, the parents
names don't appear on the invitation unless they bridal couple want to put it on
the invitation.

You need to include the full names of the bride and groom. You don't have to put
in middle names if you don't want to, most people do. No nicknames like
Bubba, please.

The place of the ceremony with the address, including the city and state.

The time of the wedding ceremony.   If you are having music before the
ceremony,
you can indicate that "Music begins at 5:30 PM, Ceremony at 6:00 PM.
Sometimes you must indicate the time as 5:30 o'clock in the evening.

For proper wedding invitation etiquette:
Evening is considered 5 PM and after.
Morning is considered before noon.
Afternoon is considered between noon and 4:59 PM.

If you are inviting everyone to the wedding AND the reception, you can put the
time and place of the reception as a footnote on the bottom of the wedding
invitation. This will save you from having to purchase separate reception
cards. The footnote will cost you, but the cost is less than the price of the
reception cards. And the reception cards add to your postage costs.

You need response cards. You need to give the caterer a head count. You
need to get with your caterer to know the date the caterer will need the
numbers. The usual time to put for your response card is 10 to 14 days before
you need to turn in the numbers to your caterer. This will give you a cushion
time to get in last minute
responses and to call the ones who didn't respond so you beat the deadline.

Response cards include the printing on the response envelope.
The response cards need to be mailed back to the person doing the head
count. If its the bride's parents, their name goes on the response card. If its
the bride, its her name and address that goes on the response card envelope.

You need to add postage on the response card. It is tacky to expect your
guests to pay their own postage. They just won't respond back to you.

When you order your wedding invitations make sure you
have the following with you:

Accurate spellings of names.

Addresses of the church or wedding ceremony location and reception
including proper spelling.

The date and exact times.

TIP: You only order one invitation per family couple. Each invited guest is not
issued an individual invitation.   If your guest list is 150, you need to count the
guests by invitation needed.   You will probably need from 75 to 100 invitations.

Invitations are ordered by quantities. Each supplier has their own minimums
you need to order.   Add a few extras or go up to the next quantity in case some
invitations are addressed incorrectly or to give out to last minute guests that
weren't on your master guest list.

Wedding Invitations

Print your own maps and
directions on your computer.
This will save you $$$.

Pick an invitation that will set
the tone of your reception.

Colored ink will cost you
more than black ink.

Engraving will cost you more
than regular printing. No one
except at stationer will be
able to tell the difference.
Most print is raised anyway.

If everyone is invited to the
wedding and reception, you
can have a footnote printed
on the bottom of the invitation
with the reception information
so you don't have to pay for
reception cards.

All wedding invitations need some form of assembly. There is an easy way and
a hard way.   I'm going to teach you the easy way.
If the invitations need to be folded, fold all the invitations at one time. Put them
aside in one pile.

Assemble the response cards into the response envelopes. Put the postage
on them when you have them assembled.

Assemble all the invitation parts into the inner envelope. The inner envelope is
the non glued envelope that fits into the outer envelope. That includes the
invitation, the response card, the reception card and directions and maps.

Once you have all the invitations assembled, you are ready to start writing
them. The inner envelope is where you put the names of the people who are
invited.
If the children are invited, you put their names on the inner envelope, also.
This tells the guests WHO in the family is invited.   If its your aunt and uncle, use
Aunt Sue and Uncle Bob rather than Mr. and Mrs. Smith.

Write the inner envelope, put it in the outer envelope and address it.

Some people will fold, assemble, and then write and it takes forever and
seems like the task will take for-evah! If you do it in steps, folding, assembling
and keeping them in piles, you'll be done faster and make less mistakes!

We've found some amazing invitations that start at $61.00 per
hundred. That's only 61 cents each! You can't print them at home
for that price! Check them out. We've found photo invitations,
Mickey and Minnie Mouse Invitations, motorcycle invitations,
country western theme, tropical destination wedding invites and
even an invitation for a Las Vegas wedding.

Birds in Flight Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Birds of a feather flock together. Show guests that you fell in love with shared interests of romance and style with our wedding invitations in outlines of winter trees and pretty silhouettes of birds above. Matching save the date, reception, response, directions, thank you and place cards are also available.

Bamboo Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Inspired by the Asian culture, this wedding invitation features chartreuse green bamboo with brushed leaves on the card.

Batik Flowers Wedding Invitations

$2.49

This fresh wedding invitation features a pair of batik flowers dancing in a circle. The card emphasizes a lighter and softer side of the special occasion.

Beach Stripes Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Simple and clean, this wedding invitation blends various soft colored stripes with text that reflects this fresh look.

Canna Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Casual, contemporary and romantic, this vibrantly colored design uses a welcoming glow to let friends and family know the specifics of the big day. Matching bridal shower invitations, save the date cards, response, reception and thank you cards are also available.

Brushed Swirls Wedding Invitations

$2.49

We don't mean to boast but we think our wedding invitations with brushed swirls deserve a wedding toast. In modern colors, decorated dots, and pretty design, it is a one of a kind. Matching save the date, response, reception and thank you cards are also available.

Casual Beach Wedding Invitations

$2.49

There's something so soothing about the sounds of the ocean. Bring this sense of serenity to your wedding stationery with a beautiful and peaceful beach setting. Matching save the date, reception, response, directions, thank you and place cards are also available. Please note that there is an additional $0.17 postage fee per square envelope. The total postage for one square envelope is $0.58.

Celebration Wedding Invitations

$2.49

This wedding invitation brings a festive design together with neutral colors alluding to a simple, but celebratory wedding. Matching wedding response, reception and thank you cards are also available.

Cherry Blossom Wedding Invitations: Signature

$2.49

Perfect for a casual, outdoor wedding, this invitation features images of cherry blossoms.

Contemporary Dots Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Modern flair and panache sets this wedding invitation apart from typical designs. Created for trend-setting couples, the contoured semi-circle and accent dots add a burst of color and texture to this chic design. Matching response, reception and thank you cards complete this wedding ensemble.

Contemporary Solid Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Your love for each other is simple and easy. Don't you wish that everything in life was as trouble-free? Avoid wedding burn-out by selecting this bold and modern design. Matching save the date, reception, response, directions, thank you and place cards are also available.

Contemporary Swirls Wedding Invitations

$2.49

You'll laugh, sing, and dance the night away! Until then, you'll have lots of time to fantasize about your wedding day. These wedding invitations will deliver all of your anticipation with fun floral swirls in plush hues. Matching save the date cards, response, reception, direction and thank you cards are also available.

Coral Reef Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Bring the beauty of the tropics to your wedding stationery. This design is perfect for a beachside wedding or for couples looking for something different. Please note that there is an additional $0.17 postage fee per square envelope. The total postage for one square envelope is $0.58.

Damask Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Colorful and vibrant, this wedding invitation displays the festive side of the special occasion. Matching save the date cards, response, reception, direction and thank you cards are also available.

Dandelion Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Using a non-traditional flower as inspiration, this wedding invitation combines soft colors with modern images of dandelions. Matching save-the-date, response, reception and thank you cards are also available.

Duo Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Traditional design and modern colors harmonize with this wedding invitation that features a small motif of flowers and leaves.

Dots and Stripes Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Designed for the simple and modern bride, this wedding invitation is crisp and clean with a hint of color. Matching thank you cards are also available.

Edged Monogram Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Make your wedding invitations stylish while keeping with tradition. You can have it all when you select this elegant monogram design. Matching save the date, reception, response, directions, thank you and place cards are also available. Please note that there is an additional $0.17 postage fee per square envelope. The total postage for one square envelope is $0.58.

Eternity Wedding Invitations

$2.49

A perfect symbol for commitment that lasts forever, this eternity wedding invitation features the overlapping of two rings. Matching save-the-date cards, wedding response, reception and thank you cards are also available.

Falling Petals Wedding Invitations

$2.49

We captured the moment of falling rose petals in this dreamy wedding invitation. Give your wedding day all the attention it deserves by sending these romantic invites to inform loved ones of a day that comes once a lifetime. Matching save the date, response, reception and thank you cards are also available.

Fern Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Natural and simple, this wedding invitation brings nature to the guests on this card. The bride and groom names are highlighted in script font with a design of fern leaves delicately placed at the top.

Filigree Pattern Wedding Invitation

$2.49

Just like its namesake, our Filigree Pattern Wedding Suite features intricate detailing in a classic and sophisticated motif. Set the tone for your wedding with vintage appeal on a modern color palette.

Floral Band Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Our wedding invitations in calming colors and a band of delicate flowers will help you breathe a deep sigh of relief. You found a design that is beautiful and refreshingly unique! Matching save the date, reception, response, directions, thank you and place cards are also available.

Floral Jewel Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Add a little sparkle to your wedding stationery! Delicate floral trinkets add just the right amount of whimsy to our Floral Jewel Wedding Suite.

Floral Patterned Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Inspired by traditional patterns, this wedding invitation uses neutral colors mixed with vibrant hues.

French Vintage Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Taking a note from the romantic era of France when ostentatious palaces and exquisite art were rampant, this simple wedding invitation uses an ethereal design element to highlight details of the wedding ceremony. Matching bridal shower invitations, save the date, response, reception and thank you cards are also available.

Floral Stamp Wedding Invitations: Signature

$2.49

Timeless yet distinctive, this wedding invitation features a rustic floral motif with a modern makeover in one of our newest wedding designs. Matching save the date, response, reception and thank you cards are also available.

Garden Wedding Invitations: Signature

$2.49

Grabbing inspiration from nature, this garden wedding invitation features various birds outlined in blue with golden yellow flowers. Simple fonts on the invitation complement the natural design. Matching response, reception and thank you cards are also available.

Half and Half Wedding Invitations

$2.49

This simple, monochromatic wedding invitation is perfect for the modern minimalist. The contrasting colors enhance the bride and groom names while setting the tone for the memorable occasion. Matching response, reception, direction and thank you cards are also available.

Lace Wedding Invitation

$2.49

Impeccably tasteful and nostalgic, this perfectly proportioned wedding invitation features delicate lace filigree borders in soft tones set against a chocolate background. Matching save the date, response, reception and thank you cards complete this wedding ensemble.

Leaf Flourish Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Prepare to bedazzle your guests. Our wedding invitations in warm hues and silhouettes of a leafy branch are modern, chic and simply delish! Matching shower invitations, save the date, reception, response, directions, thank you and place cards are also available.

Leaf Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Perfect for an outdoor wedding with lush surroundings, this wedding invitation features a leaf design printed on a background of natural color.

Lime Grosgrain Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Vibrant and colorful, this Spring wedding invitation combines a color palette of grass green, peony pink, mint green and chocolate brown.

Meadow Flourish Wedding Invitations

$2.49

With bright, graceful tendrils and delicate leaflets, this design combines natural undertones with bold color. Matching bridal shower invitations, save the date, response, reception, thank you and direction cards are also available.

Mini Dots Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Minimalist and modern, this wedding invitation cleverly combines mini black dots with thin lines in contrasting colors to bring attention to the wedding details. Matching save the date, response, reception and thank you cards are also available.

Modern Dots Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Clean space with hints of dots in square and rectangular shapes make this wedding invitation both modern and simple. Matching bridal shower invitations, save the date, response, reception and thank you cards are also available.

Modern Frame Wedding Invitations

$2.49

This sophisticated wedding invitation is perfect for the bold, modern bride. The details of the multiple frames enhance the announcement and extends an inviting sentiment to your guests. Matching save the date, response, reception, thank you and direction cards also are available.

Modern Paisley Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Sharp, chic and striking this modern paisley wedding invitation combines unique design with vibrant colors. Matching bridal shower invitations, save the date cards, response, reception and thank you cards are also available.

Modern Toile Wedding Invitations

$2.49

This wedding design features a traditional toile pattern with a twist of contemporary color that captures the eye. Matching shower invitations, save the date cards, response, reception, direction and thank you cards are also available.

Modern Stripes Wedding Invitations: Signature

$2.49

Invite guests to share in your special day with style and grace. This simple and fresh wedding invitation is perfect for the modern couple. Matching save the date, response, reception and thank you cards also are available.

Plum Blossoms Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Bright blossoms are in full bloom and ready for your picking. Inform loved ones of your special day with our beautifully decorated wedding invitations. Matching save the date, reception, response, directions, thank you and place cards are also available. Please note that there is an additional $0.17 postage fee per square envelope. The total postage for one square envelope is $0.58.

Poppy Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Considered the flower of joy, the poppy adds the perfect touch to your wedding invitation. Contemporary flair and cheerful colors set this design apart. Matching save the date cards, bridal shower invitations, response, reception and thank you cards also are available.

Romantic Rosette Wedding Invitations

$17.24

Your wedding is the perfect occasion for this utterly romantic motif. Surrounded by a garden of blossoms and leaves, your monogram has never looked so sweet. Along with the outstanding style of this exclusive Wedding Papers Divas design, your invitations are printed with the fine letterpress quality of William Arthur, a luxury stationery leader for nearly 60 years. Please note that there is an additional $0.17 postage fee per square envelope. The total postage for one square envelope is $0.58.

Scalloped Border Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Modern and sophisticated, this wedding invitation uses a background of chocolate with a scalloped border and white trim to invite guests to attend the special event. Matching response, reception and thank you cards are also available.

Scroll Monogram Wedding Invitations

$18.24

Choose our Scroll Monogram wedding suite and you'll add a stylish blend of traditional and contemporary to your wedding. Along with the outstanding style of this exclusive Wedding Papers Divas design, your cards are printed with the fine letterpress quality of William Arthur, a luxury stationery leader for nearly 60 years.

Scroll Wedding Invitations

$10.00

Simply elegant, this wedding suite uses scroll motifs and classic typestyles for a timeless presentation. Along with the outstanding style of this exclusive Wedding Papers Divas design, your cards are printed with the fine letterpress quality of William Arthur, a luxury stationery leader for nearly 60 years.

Sea Grass Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Set a natural and sophisticated tone for your wedding with wind-rustled sea grass. Matching bridal shower invitations, save the date, response, reception, thank you and direction cards are also available.

Simple Grace Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Make a statement with our simple and sophisticated wedding invitations that express deep devotion in an elegant motif. Matching save the date, reception, response, directions, thank you and place cards are also available.

We Do Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Who has the best designer invites for someone simply unique as you? We do! Make it simple with bold colors and clean lines for a wedding invitation that is pure fun and sweetly says you're ready for your I dos. Matching save the date cards, response, reception, direction and thank you cards are also available.

Wine Country Wedding Invitations

$2.49

Create a relaxing vineyard atmosphere with these stylish wedding invitations! Guests will look forward to savoring each wedding moment with this design featuring an intricate vine motif. Matching save the date, reception, response, directions, thank you and place cards are also available.