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Etiquette exists to make guests feel welcome and well informed. Most of the rules come down to giving people enough notice, being clear about who is invited and answering the practical questions before they have to ask.
These guides cover the timings, the delicate conversations and the modern questions, such as whether it is acceptable to send invitations by text, so you can make decisions with confidence.
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Wedding invitation etiquette for modern couples: when to send, who to name, plus-ones, children, evening guests, digital invitations and guests from abroad.
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How to address wedding invitations to couples, families, single guests and plus-ones, with envelope examples in UK and US style and modern etiquette tips.
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UK vs US wedding invitation etiquette: spelling, dates and times, hosts, evening guests, reply cards and dress codes, for families on both sides.
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Inviting guests from abroad: how much notice to give, visas and invitation letters, time zones, travel details and wording that works in any country.
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Plus-one wording and etiquette: who gets a plus-one, how to word “and guest”, how to say no plus-ones politely, and how to handle the RSVP.
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Send wedding invitations 8–12 weeks before the wedding, or 3–4 months ahead for a destination wedding. The full timeline, from save the dates to RSVP reminders.
Read articleAround eight to twelve weeks before the wedding, or three to four months ahead for a destination wedding or when many guests travel from abroad.
Not when the invitation itself is well designed and complete. A short personal message with the link feels warmer than a bare link on its own.
No. Married, engaged and long-term couples are usually invited together; beyond that, it is your choice. Name exactly who is invited so there is no confusion.
