We've included some tips and etiquette guidelines that are traditionally observed when writing invitations. Today's weddings are highly personalized so depending on the level of formality and tradition, you may choose to make exceptions or bend the rules, especially if planning a casual or creative event.

ENVELOPE WORDING EXAMPLES:
As with the invitation wording, Street, City and State should be completely written out when addressing the outer envelopes.



The outer envelopes are typically addressed with full names, avoiding nicknames or abbreviations. A formal exception to the rule is if a guest uses their middle name as their full name, and their given name as an initial.


In addressing clergymen, military officers and medical doctors, use their titles in full.


In the case of a married couple where the wife has kept her maiden name, or an unmarried couple living together use this format, with the woman's name appearing over the man's.