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kgsmiles3

Hey Ladies, I don't post on here much but I knew the place to come when I needed a little bit of advice.I had a small private ceremony this past April when my husband and I got married. We are  having our Big Wedding Celebration next July.Most if not all family and friends know where married but their a few who don't. By all means we do not hide the fact that were married b/c it was a Union joined by God. With that said, ***How should we address the invitations***Using my Maiden Full Name or my married name?Were confused but also don't want to make it seem like April wasn't the REAL thing..Thanks for letting me share

ishawnamcm

Hi.  Iam not really good at "proper" etiquette.  But I would use my full name, first maiden married.  And put more importance on the celebration of marriage than an actual marriage ceremony.Are you having a ceremony, a reception or both? 

pinkpanther_truck

I agree with the pp. Use your full name (including maiden) and emphasize the celebration of your marriage.

kgsmiles3

We are having a small ceremony (Vow Renewal) but the focus is mainly on the Reception

dlthompson22

Gppd Morning, I would have to agree with the other ladies. Fist name,maiden name, then married name. Here are some examples of how you can maybe word your invites: Please join us in celebrating as we exchange marriage vowson Saturday, the thirtieth of June, two thousand and fiveat three o’clockSt. Paul’s Church, 11 Edward Place, BrisbaneJosie Elliott and John Myers We rejoice in the celebrationuniting our familiesat the marriage ofBRIDE FIRST LASTand GROOM FIRST LASTYour Presence is requestedand your support will enrich usThroughout our marital journeyHope That Helps  

divadivine25

"Pleas join us as we celebrate""Mr and Mrs so and so would like to..."Since your already married, using your maiden name may confuse some about the validity of the marriage, so I would just go ahead with both married names.Another option would be to use your first and middle name along with his complete name, for example:Mary Jean and Tom Bob Smith. HTH!

Lovie 129

1. Your name, FI name    request the honour of your presence    at their wedding celebration....2. Together with their families,     Your name/ FI name     invite you to their wedding celebration.....3. Your name/ FI name     request your presence     at their marriage celebration...Just a thought, hope this helps.