Addressing/RSVP Question

courtneykalob · July 2013

We are having a very simple dessert reception following our ceremony in the church dinning hall. When it comes to RSVPs we would still like them, as there will be appetizers, pie and drinks for everyone. Many of the families we are inviting have young children still in the home. I don't believe we name all the children on the outer envelope, so I'm assuming each name goes on the RSVP card? Is it alright to do the RSVPs as a postcard? We are trying to keep things simple, and not so formal feeling.

JMalettas · July 2013

Generally if you are inviting a family, you would put 'John & Jane Doe and Family.'

On our r.s.v.p cards we had a line, '___of___ guest attending.' Adding each name would likely take up too much room on your cards. That also gives you a definite # when you get the cards back. You can search online for r.s.v.p card samples to get an idea of layouts too!

When you say r.s.v.p postcards, do you mean not adding envelopes to have them mailed back? I would definitely add envelopes, whether the cards themselves are postcard style or not. I would feel weird about adding my name to an r.s.v.p card for an event I'm attending, for anyone to view before it made it back to the bride/groom. Generally r.s.v.p envelopes come with the order, included in the price anyways.

Good luck to you!

*J

libby2483 · July 2013

JMalettas said:

Generally if you are inviting a family, you would put 'John & Jane Doe and Family.'

On our r.s.v.p cards we had a line, '___of___ guest attending.' Adding each name would likely take up too much room on your cards. That also gives you a definite # when you get the cards back. You can search online for r.s.v.p card samples to get an idea of layouts too!

When you say r.s.v.p postcards, do you mean not adding envelopes to have them mailed back? I would definitely add envelopes, whether the cards themselves are postcard style or not. I would feel weird about adding my name to an r.s.v.p card for an event I'm attending, for anyone to view before it made it back to the bride/groom. Generally r.s.v.p envelopes come with the order, included in the price anyways.

Good luck to you!

*J

I'm going to respectfully disagree with this. Most ladies on here actually recommend not putting "and family" on the envelope, because this leaves some room for interpretation. "Family" could include grandma, an aunt that just moved in, and the teenage daughter's friend who always sleeps on the couch...you get the idea. Thus, it's best to actually list the names of those invited on the envelope. This also prevents you from having to write everyone's name on the RSVP card, since it is clear who is invited. Children go on their own line (listed oldest to youngest), so the envelope would look like this:

Mr. and Mrs. John Smith

Tom, Sally, and Robert

In addition, there is absolutely nothing wrong with using RSVP postcards, especially if you are having a more casual wedding, which seems to be the case. As a bonus, it saves money on postage. I disagree with PP that you need to include envelopes.

courtneykalob · July 2013

Thank yo ladies!! Very helpful

One last question on this topic. Would I write Mr. John Smith and Guest on the invitations envelope? (I know to find out the s/o name..I'm referring to a true guest).

libby2483 · July 2013

courtneykalob said:

Thank yo ladies!! Very helpful One last question on this topic. Would I write Mr. John Smith and Guest on the invitations envelope? (I know to find out the s/o name..I'm referring to a true guest).

Yep!

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