Picture of a plain invitation.
Hosting a party can be stressful. The host is responsible for finding the venue; creating and putting up all the decorations; supplying food; and even inventing games. Bridal showers, baby showers and showers of all types bring lots of people together to celebrate one big event. It's important to set the right tone for the party and provide all the necessary information by sending invitations. Does this Spark an idea?
Bridal Shower
Bridal showers are particularly tricky when it comes to writing the invitations. The host must include her own name, the bride's name, the date and time of the shower, the location of the shower and relevant RSVP information, according to "Frugal Bride." Special themes or gift requests may also be included.
Example:
You are cordially invited to a
Bridal Shower and Lunch
for (Bride's name)
on Sunday, March fourteenth at three o'clock
The Plaza Hotel, New York, New York
R.S.V.P.
(Host's name and phone number)
Baby Shower
Baby showers are time-sensitive events, as it's customary to host the shower before the baby arrives. Include the name of the new mom and the name of the baby if it has been determined. The date, time and location of the shower must also be included, along with RSVP and gift registry information.
Example:
We have a baby on the way and you are
invited to share in our joy. Please join us as
celebrate the upcoming birth of our precious baby.
(Host's name) invites you to share in the joy
And to celebrate the arrival of (baby's name or simply the words "a new addition to the family")
The first (or second, third and so on) child born to (name of the parents or parent)
On the first day of June at two o'clock in the afternoon
The Plaza Hotel, New York, New York
R.S.V.P.
(host's name and contact information)
Formal Showers
When writing formal shower invitations for any occasion, follow certain guidelines. The full names of the host and the subject of the shower (the bride, expectant mother, etc.) must be completely spelled out. No abbreviations other than Mr., Mrs. and Dr. are used in formal invitations. Middle names and titles are always used. Ask guests for "the honor of your presence" or "the pleasure of your company" when writing formal invitations. Spell out the time and date completely. Include the year without using an "and." For example: June the twenty-sixth, two thousand ten. Spell out the city and state where the event will take place in full, suggests Emily Post.
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