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You and your spouse have made it to one of the big milestone anniversaries, and you’ve decided to commemorate the event with a celebration to include the ones you love the most. Now you’ve got to get invitations ordered and sent out, but don’t know where to begin or what styles to consider. Event invitations often set the tone for a celebration long before specific party details are even decided and finalized. You can get a feel for a get-together by the design and language used on an invitation. A formal party will have a more traditional or elegant look with perfect and formal etiquette; while a relaxed get-together will usually have a more whimsical and imaginative look with simple, straight-forward wording. There are plenty of style options to suit any couples’ personality and party theme.

Those who are planning elegant affairs should seek out invitations that make a sophisticated statement. A photo of you and your spouse, especially one in black and white, is a remarkable option to consider. Contemporary designs are popular as well. Muted colours and simple designs are ideal. Boost the elegance and make your invites more memorable by using proper etiquette. If it’s within your budget, you can bring back a fountain of fond wedding memories by using wedding colours or even the same invite as the ones sent for your actual wedding with an updated picture of you and your spouse or other subtle changes.

A more relaxed party atmosphere allows for the personality of a couple to truly shine not only in the theme and location, but the invites as well. Informal invitations mean you do not have to worry about getting every line absolutely perfect according to the standards of etiquette. Wording should be simple and to the point. Find invitations that fit with the theme of the party. Add fun colours and designs, and explore whatever thoughts may come to mind. But in all your creativity, keep things relatively simple. You don’t want guests to become so distracted by elements within the invite that they forget what it is even for.

Once you have party plans and a general idea for the look that you would like, it’s time to get them ordered. There are a variety of options, and many companies will even send samples of invites so that you know what you are paying for before spending any money. You can check out local magazines and bridal shops for retailer recommendations. If you are feeling crafty and have the time to do so, making your own invitations is a fantastic option. Handcrafted invitations are more meaningful and heartfelt. But even if time is not on your side, there are many retailers that offer invites that look homemade. That means the hardest part for you will be deciding on a single design.

Be sure to purchase your invites with plenty of time to send them to party guests. The more formal the event, the earlier you should get the invitations out. If your festivities are to take place during the holiday season or during summer months, make sure guests have enough time to plan ahead. Keep in mind dates that families tend to go out of town and try to avoid conflicting schedules. A general rule of thumb is to give several weeks’ notice for relaxed get-togethers and a couple months for more elegant and formal events. Whatever you decide, never forget what the celebration is about – you and your spouse and the love you share for one another. Sharing the occasion with those closest to your heart is just icing on the cake.

AUTHORS BIO:
Andrea Boley is a writer and blogger with Storkie Express.  She has been writing articles and blogging for over 10 years and is always happy to share her passion for life and experiences through her work.  Her educational backgrounds in psychology and journalism have given her a solid foundation from which to draw experience and expertise in an array of topics.