Typically the brides parents would issue the invitations, because traditionally they would host their daughters wedding. However these days, more and more couples are paying for their own weddings or the costs are split amongst the bride and grooms families.
The reasoning behind couples paying for their own wedding is fair and understandable. Todays couples are more financially able to cover the cost than in the 1970s. No longer does the bride live at home, taken care of by her parents, until the day she marries prince charming. Women take care of themselves and are now in financial position to contribute to their grand day.
Usually, wedding invitations will suggest who is considered the host. The host is the person (s) thats issuing the invitation. Although, it is not incorrect to use the traditional style when the couple is covering the entire cost of the wedding; some wish to use this style out of respect for their parents and tradition. Contemporary wording is also in vogue, so dont be afraid to consider it as well. You just might like something different than the traditional wording.
Wedding Invitation Wording
Traditional style used when the brides parents are hosting:
Mr. and Mrs. William Lane
request the honour of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Stephanie Denise to Mr. Joseph Norway
etc.
When the brides parents are hosting and the grooms parents are included:
Mr. and Mrs. James Walker
request the honour of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Cheryl Rae Walker to Mr. Timothy Earle Jones son of Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Jones
etc.
When both parents are hosting:
Mr. and Mrs. James Walker
and
Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Jones
request the honour of your presence at the marriage of Cheryl Rae Walker to Mr. Timothy Earle Jones
etc.
About the Author: Lois Lane, owner of http://invitationwarehouse.com, has been assisting brides/grooms ten years in selecting that perfect invitation. Invitation Warehouse offers one of the largest selections and discounts in the industry 50+ catalogs from which to choose, including all styles and price ranges. At Invitation Warehouse customers are given superior service and quick turnaround.
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