{"id":7149,"date":"2018-05-02T15:09:35","date_gmt":"2018-05-02T05:09:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/blog\/?p=7149"},"modified":"2026-04-09T12:18:48","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T02:18:48","slug":"how-to-address-invitations-all-the-info-you-need-to-know-backup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/blog\/how-to-address-invitations-all-the-info-you-need-to-know-backup\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Address Invitations: All the info you need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>\n#post-7149 .entry-content { font-size: 20px !important; line-height: 1.7 !important; }\n#post-7149 .entry-content p,\n#post-7149 .entry-content li { font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n#post-7149 .entry-content h2 { text-transform: none !important; font-size: 34px; letter-spacing: 0.5px; line-height: 1.3; margin-top: 56px; margin-bottom: 16px; }\n#post-7149 .entry-content h3 { text-transform: none !important; letter-spacing: 0.5px; line-height: 1.3; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 32px; }\n#post-7149 .entry-content table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 18px; margin: 28px 0; }\n#post-7149 .entry-content th { background: #f8f6f3; padding: 12px 16px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; }\n#post-7149 .entry-content td { padding: 10px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; }\n<\/style>\n\n\n\nWorking out how to correctly address <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-invitations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wedding invitations<\/a><\/strong> can add completely unnecessary stress to your big day, leaving you scratching your head over little details like titles and plus ones. We hear you! While casual wording is increasingly popular, it\u2019s hard to know where to turn for information if you want to stick to traditional wedding invitation etiquette.\n\nIn this comprehensive article we have you covered with everything you need to know about addressing your invitations, including:\n<ul>\n \t<li>How to address different kinds of names<\/li>\n \t<li>How to work out who is hosting (and how you should word your invite accordingly)<\/li>\n \t<li>How to address couples, as well as singles and their plus ones (or not)<\/li>\n \t<li>How to address unmarried or same sex couples<\/li>\n \t<li>How to address families<\/li>\n \t<li>How to address children<\/li>\n \t<li>How to address a wedding invite to family members and people with complicated titles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nAs well as practical questions like:\n<ul>\n \t<li>How to ask someone for their address, and<\/li>\n \t<li>How to address single envelope.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nSo sit back with a cup of coffee (or champagne, wedding planning is worth celebrating, right?), relax, and search or scroll to find the relevant subheading to answer your questions.\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Artboard-1.jpg\" rel='prettyPhoto' target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10724\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Artboard-1.jpg\" alt=\"Artboard 1\" width=\"864\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Artboard-1.jpg 864w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Artboard-1-512x640.jpg 512w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Artboard-1-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 864px) 100vw, 864px\" \/><\/a>\n<h2>Hosting: how to address modern style wedding invite<\/h2>\n<h3><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;wedding invitations etiquette&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:15233,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;10&quot;:2,&quot;11&quot;:0,&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;14&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0},&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Calibri, sans-serif&quot;,&quot;16&quot;:11}\">Wedding invite etiquette: <\/span>How to address host from bride and groom<\/h3>\nWhen it comes to wedding invitation address etiquette, You may be wondering how to address <a href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-invitations\/modern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">modern wedding invitations<\/a> if you are paying for your own wedding &#8211; it can be tricky because you don\u2019t want to offend parents. The most common thought on how to address invitations if a couple is hosting is to put the bride\u2019s name first and groom\u2019s second.\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Meghan Markle<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">and<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Harry Windsor<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">request the honour of your presence<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u00a0at their wedding<\/p>\nIf you are paying for your wedding but are looking for a way to avoiding offending sensitive families, you could try:\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Meghan Markle<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">and Harry Windsor<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">together with their families<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">request the company of<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Alice Jones<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u00a0at their wedding<\/p>\n\n<h3>When parents are hosting\/paying<\/h3>\nWhoever \u2018hosts\u2019 the wedding is the one who pays. Historically, the bride\u2019s father would finance the entire wedding (also giving him most, if not total, control over decisions) but today it is common for any combination of family members to split the cost. If parents are funding your wedding, etiquette dictates that you word the invitation accordingly. If one set of parents are paying, you would put their names first and then their child (whether bride or groom), followed by the other person\u2019s name.\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">John and Elsa Bourke<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">request the pleasure of your company<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">to celebrate the marriage of their daughter<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Cassandra Elsa<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">to<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Jacob Michael<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[son of Michael and Jessica Kane]<\/p>\nIf both parents are paying:\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">John and Elsa Bourke<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">together with Michael and Jessica Kane<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">request the pleasure of your company<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">to celebrate the marriage of their children<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Cassandra Elsa<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">and<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Jacob Michael<\/p>\n\n<h3>How to address the invitations with grooms divorced parents or bride\u2019s divorced parents<\/h3>\nThings may get a bit tricky if one or both set of parents are divorced. And what if they have remarried? You can ultimately judge this case by case depending on your relationships with each parent (and possible step-parent), as well as factoring in who is contributing financially. Remember that you don\u2019t have to include all parents\u2019 names if it doesn\u2019t feel natural. An easy way out of this awkward situation would be to address it from the couple and use the phrase \u2018together with their families\u2019, but we understand if you want to honour parents specifically.\n<h3><strong>Keys to remember for divorced parents:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Mother is listed before father<\/li>\n \t<li>Names go on separate lines and aren\u2019t joined by the word \u2018and\u2019<\/li>\n \t<li>Use the surname that Mum is currently using (even if married name)<\/li>\n \t<li>The correct title for mum if she is unmarried is \u2018Ms\u2019<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Ms. Elsa [current surname]\nMr. John Bourke<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">request the honour of your company<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">at the marriage of their daughter<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Cassandra Elsa<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">to<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Jacob Michael Kane<\/p>\nYou can incorporate these rules into any format, whether just including one set of parents or both.\n<h3>How to address when one parent is deceased<\/h3>\nGetting married is already emotional enough &#8211; without adding the stress of how to honour a loved one who has passed away. We do have some suggestions on alternate ways to honour them, but if you would really like to include their name on the invitation, you definitely can. It is important to make sure that you don\u2019t make it sound like they are hosting or helping host the wedding, as this can cause painful confusion.\n\n<em>An example of alternate wording<\/em>:\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Cassandra Elsa<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">daughter of John Bourke and the late Elsa Bourke<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">and<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Jacob Michael<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">son of Michael and Jessica Kane<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">request the honour of your presence at their wedding<\/p>\n<strong>Other ways to honour a deceased loved one at your wedding:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n \t<li>A poem or song during the ceremony<\/li>\n \t<li>A photo and inscription on the ceremony order of service<\/li>\n \t<li>Lighting a candle<\/li>\n \t<li>A mention during speeches, or reading of a letter<\/li>\n \t<li>Sharing a short memory during the ceremony<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DSC_0586.jpg\" rel='prettyPhoto' target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10725\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DSC_0586.jpg\" alt=\"Dsc 0586\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DSC_0586.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DSC_0586-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DSC_0586-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a>\n<h2>How to address couples<\/h2>\n<h3>How to address to a married couple<\/h3>\nHow do you address invitations to a married couple? If you want to go traditional or formal you would say something like \u2018Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Bekken\u2019, but if you want to know how to address wedding invites to a married couple in a more casual manner, you could forego the titles and just list the names: \u2018Daniel and Jacqueline Bekken\u2019. When wondering how to address to a married couple listing both names, the most common option is usually: \u2018Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Jacqueline Bekken\u2019.\n<h3>How to address to a married couple with different last names<\/h3>\nIf you are wondering how to properly address the invitations if the women kept her maiden name, or any married couples where the last name is different, the main thing is that names are listed alphabetically, regardless of gender.\n\n<em>Outer envelope<\/em>:\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Mr. Brian Barbee<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Mrs. Emily Geyer<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[Address]<\/p>\n<em>Inner envelope<\/em>:\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Mr. Barbee and Mrs. Geyer<\/p>\n\n<h3>What if they are divorced?<\/h3>\nHow to address the invitations for divorced couples can be awkward but we recommend some version of the following:\n\n<em>Outer envelope (if sending to the one address)<\/em>:\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Ms. Elsa [current surname]\nMr. John Bourke<\/p>\nIf you are sending the invitations separately then just follow etiquette for a single person (and decided whether or not you want to offer them a plus one).\n<h3>How to address for unmarried couples<\/h3>\nHow to address to unmarried couples can be tricky, but is determined primarily by the living situation. If you are posting the invitations and they don\u2019t live together, you can just send them separate invitations, addressed like you would a single person (without any references to plus ones, obviously). If they don\u2019t live together but you are hand delivering invitations and want to address them together (which will also save money) you can do either name first, but a good idea is to do so alphabetically.\n\nIf the couple are not married but live together, place their names on separate lines with no \u2018and\u2019 joining them. Traditionally the man is listed above the woman, but you could choose to go by alphabetical order or whichever guest you are the most familiar with.\n<h3>How to address to the engaged couple<\/h3>\nThe same rules apply as other unmarried couples, depending on whether they share an address.\n<h3>How do you address to a same sex couple?<\/h3>\nThere is a lot to consider with the subject of wedding invitation address etiquette. If you are wondering how to address gay couples on the invitations, just follow the same protocol as for an unmarried or married couple, putting the names in alphabetical order.\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DSC_0729.jpg\" rel='prettyPhoto' target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10726\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DSC_0729.jpg\" alt=\"Dsc 0729\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DSC_0729.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DSC_0729-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DSC_0729-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a>\n<h3>How to address to singles<\/h3>\nWhile single guests at a wedding can be a little tricky, we don\u2019t want to make them feel like they are problematic! This section is for if you want to know how to address with a plus one and what to do when addressing a divorcee or someone widowed &#8211; also what to do if you don\u2019t want to offer a plus one.\n<h3>How to address with a plus one<\/h3>\nTackling how to address the invitations with a guest is the least awkward single option because you are offering for them to bring a date\/friend. A simple tip on how to address to include a guest is to write \u2018Ms. Bennet and guest\u2019. It sounds nicer than plus one and is clear that they are allowed to bring someone. This phrase is only necessary for the inner envelope and on the outer envelope you can just put \u2018Ms. Mary Bennet\u2019 and the address. If you already know the guest\u2019s full name, you can write it on the invitation (but only if you are happy for them to come alone if your friend can\u2019t make it, as then it comes across as if they are invited in their own right).\n\nHot tip: when you write \u2018and guest\u2019 on your invitation, both words are left lowercase.\n<h3>Is it okay to offer some guests a plus one and others not?<\/h3>\nWe say yes, as long as you are discreet. Don\u2019t feel as if you have to offer every single guest a plus one. How to address invitations when you only know one person can depend on a few things, most importantly how well you know them, and your wedding budget. If you are trying to tighten the purse strings, it is okay to offer only some guests a plus one, such as family members or bridal party, for example. (However, remember that a guest of a member of the bridal party will be alone for the ceremony and reception because of the nature of wedding party duties).\n\nThe only way your guests without the plus one are going to know is from the guests with the plus one, so if you are worried about the discretion of any of your guests, maybe have a chat with them in person or give them a call about keeping it on the down low.\n<h3>How to address to a single person without a guest<\/h3>\nIt is perfectly fine to not offer plus ones to your single guests, especially if your budget won\u2019t allow for it. While it is considered rude to state on the invitation that the guest is not allowed to bring a plus one, you can hint at it in a few ways.\n\n<em>On your invitation:<\/em> \u2018Ms. Mary Bennet\u2019\n\n<em>On your RSVP cards:<\/em> Please indicate the number of guests able to attend the wedding.\n\n____ of __1__ guests will be attending.\n\nIf you are worried that some guests won\u2019t take the hint you can talk to them in person and say something like, \u201cWhile we would love for everyone to be able to bring a plus one, unfortunately our wedding budget just doesn\u2019t allow for any more than we have invited.\u201d\n<h3>How to address a divorcee<\/h3>\nWondering how to address <a href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-invitations\/real-foil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">foil stamped wedding invitations<\/a> to divorced women?\n\nIf she currently goes by her married name use the title \u2018Mrs\u2019. If she has gone back to her maiden name, use \u2018Ms\u2019.\n\nIf she has divorced and remarried, it is usually considered rude not to invite her new husband if you are inviting her. The same etiquette applies to a man who has been divorced and remarried.\n<h3>How to address to a widow<\/h3>\nHow to address\u00a0 to widow is actually fairly simple. Unlike a divorcee, a widow would be fond of the memory of her late husband and want him remembered, so he is usually honoured on the outer envelope, as shown below.\n\n<em>Outer envelope<\/em>: Mrs. Charles Meeks\n\n<em>Inner Envelope<\/em>: Mrs. Meeks (and Guest)\n\n<em>For a widower<\/em>: Mr. Jonathan Sanders\n\nFor a less traditional take, simply write her name as she currently uses it. (e.g. Mrs. Eleanor Meeks)\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Summer-Montage_1586.jpg\" rel='prettyPhoto' target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10727\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Summer-Montage_1586.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Montage 1586\" width=\"796\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Summer-Montage_1586.jpg 796w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Summer-Montage_1586-472x640.jpg 472w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Summer-Montage_1586-768x1042.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 796px) 100vw, 796px\" \/><\/a>\n<h3>How to address for families<\/h3>\nIf you are wondering how to address invitations to families, we\u2019ve got you covered. Many people don\u2019t know how to properly address invites to a family but here is an example of a basic invitation to a family where the parents are married and the children are under 18.\n\n<em>Outer Envelope<\/em>:\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bingley<\/p>\n<em>Inner Envelope<\/em>:\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Mr. and Mrs. Bingley\nKatherine, Mary\nand Elizabeth<\/p>\nYou could also add Miss or Mr in front of the children\u2019s names. Knowing how to address a family on the invitations can be a little tricky but you want it to be clear to avoid confusion over who is included in the invitation.\n<h3>How to address to family with grown children<\/h3>\nIf the invitation is addressed to daughters over 18 the girls will be \u2018Ms\u2019. If the boys are grown they will have \u2018Mr\u2019 in front of their name, even if the children didn\u2019t.\n<h3>How to address an unmarried couple with children<\/h3>\n<em>Outer envelope<\/em>:\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy\nMs. Elizabeth Bennet<\/p>\n<em>Inner Envelope<\/em>:\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Mr. Darcy\nMs. Bennet\nJames, Mary and\nKatherine<\/p>\nIf you are looking for tips on how to address invitations with two different last names, the example above would suffice.\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Steel-Magnolia_CopperFoil_1051.jpg\" rel='prettyPhoto' target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10729\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Steel-Magnolia_CopperFoil_1051.jpg\" alt=\"Steel Magnolia Copperfoil 1051\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Steel-Magnolia_CopperFoil_1051.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Steel-Magnolia_CopperFoil_1051-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Steel-Magnolia_CopperFoil_1051-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a>\n<h2>Adults only vs including children<\/h2>\n<h3>How to address for adults only<\/h3>\nKnowing how to address invitations if children are not invited is important so that it can be handled tactfully without feelings getting hurt. It is quite common for wedding receptions to not include children so most people won\u2019t be too surprised if their children are not included, especially if they are young. If you are not having any kids at your reception but still want to make nieces and nephews feel special you could do some ceremony invitations &#8211; that way it makes it clear which part of the wedding they are invited to but also avoids offence.\n\nIt is often considered bad manners to state \u2018adults only\u2019 or \u2018no kids\u2019 on your invitations so if your wedding is adults only be sure to write the parents\u2019 names specifically, rather than just a general invitation. Word of mouth or your wedding website can also be great ways of getting the word out about no kids.\n<h3>Invitations including children<\/h3>\nIf you are wondering how to address invitations with children&#8217;s names, you can see the example for unmarried couples with children. How to address a junior on invitations is slightly less formal than adults, and their first name will do.\n\nWondering how to address\u00a0 with multiple children? Start the children on a different line to the parents and separate the names with a comma, and the last two with \u2018and\u2019. If there are lots of children, start a new line if starts to get longer than the parents\u2019 line.\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sommer_2414.jpg\" rel='prettyPhoto' target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10730\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sommer_2414.jpg\" alt=\"Sommer 2414\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sommer_2414.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sommer_2414-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sommer_2414-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a>\n<h2>What do I do when guests have titles?<\/h2>\n<h3>How to address to military personnel<\/h3>\nKnowing how to address military the invitations can be complicated. First tip: when a member of the military are on active duty, never address them as Mr\/Mrs\/Ms. When wanting to know how to address to navy corpsman or other branches of the military, you can divide it into senior and junior officers.\n\nFor senior, the title is listed before the name, for junior (or company grade), the title is written on the line below. The branch of service is on the line below for senior officers and on appears on the same line for junior officers.\n<h3>How to address retired military<\/h3>\nIt is unnecessary to state the status of a person\u2019s military service so when addressing retired members of the military on the invitations, simply follow the etiquette for those in active service.\n<h3>How to address to doctors<\/h3>\nFor a single doctor you would address them as follows:\n\n<em>Outer envelope<\/em>:\u00a0 Doctor Colin Newell\n\n<em>Inner envelope<\/em>: Doctor Newell\n<h3>How to address married doctors<\/h3>\nWant to know how to address to a dr and wife? First tip: don\u2019t shorten \u2018doctor\u2019 to \u2018dr\u2019. Any abbreviation of title would make the invitations less formal.\n\n<em>Outer envelope<\/em>: Doctor and Mrs. Colin Newell\n\n<em>Inner envelope<\/em>: Doctor Newell and Mrs. Newell\n<h3><strong>How to address when the wife is a doctor<\/strong><\/h3>\n<em>Outer envelope<\/em>: Doctor Helen Newell and Mr. Colin Newell\n\n<em>Inner envelope<\/em>: Doctor Newell and Mr. Newell\n\n<strong>How to address the invitations with a married couple who are both doctors<\/strong>: The Doctors Newell (for both outer and inner envelope).\n<h3>How to address to a catholic priest<\/h3>\nFor religious titles it is always best to double check with the church in question as it can vary, but usually Catholic priests should have the title \u2018Reverend\u2019 before their name, while a deacon will have \u2018Reverend Deacon\u2019.\n<h3>How to address to reverend and wife<\/h3>\nFor a reverend, address it the same as a Catholic priest with wife\u2019s name joined on the same line by the word \u2018and\u2019.\n<h3>How to address to orthodox priest and wife<\/h3>\nFor an orthodox priest, use the same title as a Catholic priest.\n<h3>How to address to office colleagues<\/h3>\nAddressing invitations to office colleagues would be the same for any normal invitation, unless they have specific titles.\n<h3>Lawyers and Judges<\/h3>\nFor a lawyer you can use a comma and \u2018esq.\u2019 after their name, or just address them as you would other guests.\n\nFor a judge: The Honourable Colin Newell (for outer envelope) and Judge Newell (for inner envelope).\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Grace_Custom_2546-1.jpg\" rel='prettyPhoto' target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10731\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Grace_Custom_2546-1.jpg\" alt=\"Grace Custom 2546 1\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Grace_Custom_2546-1.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Grace_Custom_2546-1-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Grace_Custom_2546-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a>\n<h2>How to address to same sex couples<\/h2>\nWondering how to address to a same sex couple? It is similar to other couples, which makes it easy. If one person\u2019s parents are paying for the wedding, their name should appear first. If both parents are paying equally, or the couple is paying equally, the names are listed in alphabetical order. If you are planning a slightly less formal occasion and only want to include first names, you could put them in whichever order comes naturally, like if everyone refers to you as \u2018Rachel and Jess\u2019.\n<h2>How to address invitations for bridal party, family and parents<\/h2>\n<h3>How to address bridesmaid (or groomsman)<\/h3>\nIf you are wondering how to address a bridesmaid and her husband on wedding invitations, or a single bridesmaid,\u00a0 simply follow the earlier etiquette for married couples and singles if you are using <a href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-invitations\/formal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">formal wedding invitations<\/a>. If you are striking a more casual tone or want to specifically honour a member of your bridal party, you could prefix their name with something like \u2018to my honoured bridesmaid\/groomsman\u2019 but some people find that a little clumsy.\n<h3>How to address to family<\/h3>\nWhen it comes to inviting family members, how formal you go is up to you and usually guided by how formal the rest of your wedding is. We say opt for whatever feels natural.\n<h3>How to address parents<\/h3>\nWhether parents are helping host (or fully hosting) the wedding, it can seem overly formal and awkward to address them as Mr. and Mrs. Smith, instead of just \u2018Mum and Dad\u2019. It comes down to how formal you want to be, but if you really want to stick to proper titles you absolutely can.\n\nThe same rules apply for grandparents.\n<h3>How to address divorced parents<\/h3>\nWith divorced parents it is customary to issue separate invitations, and use your mother\u2019s current surname, whether maiden or married.\n<h3>How to address for retired parents in military<\/h3>\nFor a formal way to address retired parents in the military, follow the same guidelines above in the military section. If you prefer to choose a less formal option, you can still address them as \u2018Mum and Dad\u2019. In this case it may be best to respectfully ask them what they would prefer.\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sage_2529.jpg\" rel='prettyPhoto' target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10732\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sage_2529.jpg\" alt=\"Sage 2529\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sage_2529.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sage_2529-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sage_2529-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a>\n<h2>How to ask for the address<\/h2>\nIt seems straightforward but we have outlined a list of options for obtaining addresses:\n<ul>\n \t<li>White pages online (or other online directories)<\/li>\n \t<li>Facebook direct messaging (not a group message, as the notifications are annoying and some people don\u2019t feel comfortable posting their address whether others can see)<\/li>\n \t<li>Using parents\u2019 address book, or having your parents ask around for you (a good way to get them involved)<\/li>\n \t<li>Use a site like Postable to get your guests to fill in their own addresses<\/li>\n \t<li>If a close family member has recently gotten married, use their list of addresses to get you started<\/li>\n \t<li>Email or call people (calling takes longer and it\u2019s trickier to get all the spelling correct)<\/li>\n \t<li>Text message (this may be the best option for last minute requests to younger friends who move around a lot)<\/li>\n \t<li>A small note on the bottom of a digital Save The Date requesting postal addresses to be sent to a certain email address<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to address casually<\/h2>\nMost of the examples given so far have been for how to address formal invitations. If you are wondering how to address informal invitations, you have more freedom from the traditional rules of etiquette. Some casual invitations don\u2019t even have the names printed on the invitation card, just the envelope, but that can still allow for confusion about exactly who is included on the invitation.\n\nThe most common option for casual invites is to just list first names on the inner envelope, or you could even include nicknames if you want to bring some personality into it. The order of the names is also more flexible and you can choose between:\n<ul>\n \t<li>Woman first<\/li>\n \t<li>Alphabetical order<\/li>\n \t<li>Guest you know the best listed first<\/li>\n \t<li>Most common way of referring to a couple (i.e. Mae and Allan compared with Allan and Mae)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nIf the invitation is to members of the same family, the parents will still always be listed before the children, no matter how old.\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Arch-Garden_Shab-9.jpg\" rel='prettyPhoto' target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10733\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Arch-Garden_Shab-9.jpg\" alt=\"Arch Garden Shab 9\" width=\"864\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Arch-Garden_Shab-9.jpg 864w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Arch-Garden_Shab-9-512x640.jpg 512w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Arch-Garden_Shab-9-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 864px) 100vw, 864px\" \/><\/a>\n<h2>How to address apartment numbers<\/h2>\nIf you are wondering how to address apartments, we have provided an example below.\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Mr. and Mrs. Joel Sahayam<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">11 Huon Road, Apartment 216<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Denver, Colorado<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">21354<\/p>\n\n<h2>How to address with multiple envelopes<\/h2>\n<h3>How to address inner envelopes<\/h3>\nInner envelopes typically don\u2019t include a first name on a formal invitation, just the title and surname. For example, Doctor Newell. For a less formal option you can just do first names, no last name or title.\n<h3>How to address without inner envelope<\/h3>\nIf you\u2019re wondering how to address the invitations with one envelope or how to properly address\u00a0 without inner envelopes, you can include the guest and kids on:\n<ul>\n \t<li>The outer envelope<\/li>\n \t<li>Indicate the exact guests on the RSVP card<\/li>\n \t<li>Guest address on the pocket<\/li>\n \t<li>Address the guests by name on the belly band<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/all-we-need-is-love_1648.jpg\" rel='prettyPhoto' target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10734\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/all-we-need-is-love_1648.jpg\" alt=\"All We Need Is Love 1648\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/all-we-need-is-love_1648.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/all-we-need-is-love_1648-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/all-we-need-is-love_1648-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a>\n<h2>Addresses on labels, return addresses and return envelopes<\/h2>\n<h3>How to return address<\/h3>\nHow to address return labels for the invitations doesn\u2019t have to be complicated. You can either have an inner envelope with your return address on it (or whoever is receiving RSVPs) or an RSVP postcard that guests can fill out and mail back. In either of these cases, it is considered polite to include a postage stamp. If you are wondering how to write return address on the invitations for a wedding that is fast approaching, consider telling guests to RSVP via email or a wedding website.\n<h3>How to make address labels<\/h3>\nWondering how to print address labels for the invitations, or even how to use a printer to address your\u00a0 invitations? There are apps and programs you can use at home to print your own address labels, but make sure you count the cost of blank labels, ink and time. Sometimes DIY projects don\u2019t actually turn out cheaper and the risk is considerably higher. If you are wondering how to use a printer to address your invitations, you may want to consider following a tutorial.\n\nConsider ordering professionally printed address labels when you order your invitations and other wedding stationery to save yourself the hassle of printing your own labels. This will ensure everything matches and looks great.\n\nWrap around labels are a practical way to save time and money because you don\u2019t need to use two labels and the different sides of the label display their relevant information.\n<h2>How to hand address<\/h2>\nDon\u2019t want to navigate printing fancy labels for your invites but aren\u2019t sure how to neatly address the invitations for so many people? Or perhaps how to hand address invitations with bad handwriting? If you don\u2019t want to hire a calligrapher, you could learn some basic calligraphy yourself, or enlist the services of a friend whose penmanship you\u2019ve always admired.\n<h2>How to address hand delivered<\/h2>\nHand delivered invites tend to be a bit less formal, and will often suit a local or small, intimate wedding where you know everyone very well. You can still opt to use people\u2019s formal titles, but consider whether it is going to feel strange handing an envelope to your buddy or your mother when it reads \u2018Mrs. Mary Crawley, esq.\u2019.\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Framed_arch_1683.jpg\" rel='prettyPhoto' target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10735\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Framed_arch_1683.jpg\" alt=\"Framed Arch 1683\" width=\"720\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Framed_arch_1683.jpg 720w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Framed_arch_1683-427x640.jpg 427w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a>\n<h2>How to address international<\/h2>\nKnowing how to address the invitations to foreign countries or cultures can be tricky, especially if the guests come from your fiance\u2019s side of the family. Below are some tips on few different cultures we are frequently asked about.\n<h3>How to address <a href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/browse\/wedding-invitations\/indian\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Indian invitations<\/a><\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Invitations are formally issued from the bride\u2019s home<\/li>\n \t<li>RSVP cards are not part of Indian wedding culture and it is assumed you are coming unless you send your regrets<\/li>\n \t<li>Close family and friends (especially if older) should be invited in person (and followed up with a phone call to remind them closer to the date)<\/li>\n \t<li>Guests who are not as close as the above can be mailed an invitation<\/li>\n \t<li>Friends of bride and groom\u2019s parents are invited, as well as business acquaintances of both families<\/li>\n \t<li>Make guest list first, book venue after (you want to make sure you pick a venue with adequate space)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How to address Chinese invitations<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Invitations are traditionally issued from the groom\u2019s parents<\/li>\n \t<li>Relatives and family friends are invited by the parents of the bridal couple<\/li>\n \t<li>Bride and groom issue the invite to their own friends<\/li>\n \t<li>Refer to an online chart if confused on specific Chinese titles to avoid disrespecting anyone<\/li>\n \t<li>If inviting a whole family, follow up closer to the wedding date to clarify how many seats you will need for them<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How to address invitations in Spanish<\/h3>\nIf you are wondering how to write Spanish invitations or how to address a Hispanic family for invitations, you would use \u2018Sr. y Sra.\u2019 as titles instead of \u2018Mr. and Mrs.\u2019 and the children below (if included). If you are planning a bilingual wedding and want to honour Spanish heritage, you could have the invitation written out twice, with English and Spanish side by side, one after the other, or line for line.\n\nNote: if you are doing Spanish invitations in the United States, it can be a good idea to write the outer envelope in English and the inner envelope in Spanish to avoid confusion with the postal service.\n<h3>Stamps for invitations<\/h3>\nIn Australia it only takes a $1 postage stamp to post your invitations nationally. However, this can take anywhere from 5-7 business days. To get it there in a more 21st century style, you can add a priority sticker for an extra 50 cents to bring it back to 1-2 business days. This concludes our section on\u00a0 invitation envelope etiquette. You are an expert on all things relating to invitation etiquette now.\n\n<strong>\u00a0INVITATIONS FOR DESTINATION WEDDINGS<\/strong>\nFor destination wedding invitation etiquette, start by sending out invitations as early as possible. It is polite to give people time to save for the trip so they can attend your wedding, especially if they are travelling long distances.\n\nBe aware of numbers when you send out your destination invitations. When it comes to destination weddings many couples send out a certain number of invitations expecting many less will turn up. In reality everyone loves the idea of a beautiful destination wedding which is often a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The main reasons people don\u2019t attend destination weddings is not having time to save for the trip and getting pregnant. Otherwise you can expect them all to be there.\n\nFollowing wedding invitation etiquette, it is common for couples to request no gifts. The cost of the airfares, accommodation and trip is quite substantial so that is generally considered as the wedding gift.\n\nCreating a website with wedding information and travel advice is a way to help your guests have a great experience during your destination wedding adventure. You can add the website to the invitation or put text indicating the website is coming soon. This will put your guests at ease and encourage them to attend.\n\nMaking the dress code clear is important, especially if you are getting married in another country. For example guests attending weddings in the tropics are often confused how summery, beachy or formal they should dress and women often worry about if they should wear flat shoes, sandals or high heels.\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/How_to_address_wedding_invitations_13.jpg\" rel='prettyPhoto' target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7165 size-full\" title=\"How to Address Wedding Invitations\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/How_to_address_wedding_invitations_13.jpg\" alt=\"How to Address Wedding Invitations\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/How_to_address_wedding_invitations_13.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/How_to_address_wedding_invitations_13-320x320.jpg 320w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/How_to_address_wedding_invitations_13-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/blogcdn.paperlust.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/How_to_address_wedding_invitations_13-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a>\n<h3>Summary<\/h3>\nLearning how to address your invitations can be a bit exhausting but we hope that our comprehensive article has been helpful!. To read up on even more wedding invitation address etiquette here is <a href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/blog\/wedding-invitation-wording\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">another useful article<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span>\n\nEtiquette is a complicated and delicate area of weddings but it\u2019s important to make sure that we be as polite and respectful to everyone as we can. Now you have all the tools you need to be able to address your wedding invites with confidence (and no faux pas), so get writing! Best of luck from the <a href=\"https:\/\/paperlust.co\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Paperlust<\/a> team.\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Working out how to correctly address wedding invitations can add completely unnecessary stress to your big day, leaving you scratching your head over little details like titles and plus ones. We hear you! 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