How to ask for formal attire in wedding invitations

ask for formal attire in wedding invitations

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Every little girl dreams of her wedding, whether it's a simple ceremony in her parents' backyard or an elaborate formal affair at the local country club. Informing guests about the proper attire for the wedding is important for a picture perfect wedding and reception. Plus, making guests aware of proper dress alleviates the uncomfortable feeling of not knowing what to wear, and eliminates guests' fear of being underdressed or overdressed.

Things You'll Need

• Wedding invitations

Instructions

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     Select formal wedding invitations. Pick white or ivory paper, use black script printing and consider a gold or silver border. The tone established with your wedding invitation conveys to guests the wedding's formality.

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     Choose a formal wedding and reception location. Plan the wedding and reception in a location that indicates formal attire, such as a church or synagogue. Follow the ceremony with a reception at a country club or hotel ballroom. Selecting an outdoor or garden wedding with a reception at someone's house or restaurant indicates a less formal affair to guests.

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     Know the difference between "formal" and "black tie." Asking for formal attire can mean black tie, but some guests may interpret it as their "Sunday best." For others, "formal attire" means a black shirt and slacks or no tie with a tuxedo for men. For women, it could mean cocktail dresses or evening separates. State what you want. Indicating "black tie" on the invitation tells guests that appropriate attire is tuxedos for men and evening gowns for women.

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     Choose which phrase to use on the wedding invitation, "formal attire" or "black tie." Place the chosen phrase in the lower left-hand corner of the wedding invitation. Use a different font from the invitation, and a slightly smaller text size than the invitation's last line. Try two or four points smaller, depending on the size of the invitation. Do not capitalize the word "tie."

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     Place the information on the reception card. Another option is to consider placing dress attire for the evening on the reception card. Place "black tie" or "formal attire" in the lower left-hand corner. Use a different and slightly smaller font. Consider working the dress attire into the wording on the reception card, something like, "A formal reception will be held at seven o'clock."

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