How Do You Word Response Cards For Formal Wedding Invitations?
Response cards tucked inside a wedding invitation envelope allow guests to conveniently notify the hosts of their acceptance or regrets. According to Martha Stewart Weddings, “Once upon a time, guests replied on their own stationery. If you long for the manners and grace of the past, put R.S.V.P. in the lower left corner.” However, since the tradition of a written response is old-fashioned rather than merely formal, invitees to contemporary weddings may not respond in long-hand, or possibly not respond at all. Instead of prodding guests, response cards keep head-counts efficient if worded clearly. Begin the response card with a blank line, preceded by a capital letter “M.” This prompts the guest to fill in his name beginning with his formal title. Examples of titles are “Mr.” or “Miss.” Include response choices for the guest to check off. “Accepts” and “regrets” are formal choices. “Not Attending” and “Attending” suffice as an alternative choice. Give guests a deadline. Choose formal l
