Just received a wedding invite in the post or over email? As a wedding guest, you have one major thing to do: reply to the wedding invitation promptly. Doing so can ease some of the stress on the couple getting married as they can start to organise the guest list for their big day.
Your invitation will usually include all the important details, such as how and when to RSVP. But if you’re looking for more tips on how to reply to a wedding invitation, our handy guide can help you craft the perfect response.
What to include in a wedding invitation response.
There are some key elements that you will need to include when you reply to a wedding invitation. These include:
- Names of those attending (don’t simply state “we’re” coming)
- Whether you are attending or not
- Meal preference (if you’ve been offered a choice)
- Dietary requirements/allergies
- Any answers to questions (some might ask you for a song).
When it comes to RSVPs, typically, only those named on the invitation are invited. Below are some scenarios you may find.
- The invitation says my name and plus one: If “plus one” is mentioned, the couple are letting you choose a guest to bring with you. It could be a friend or partner. When you respond, be sure to include your plus one’s full name as well as yours. This will be needed for the seating plan.
- The invitation doesn’t mention my children’s names: If your children aren’t mentioned, it’s likely they’re not invited. You might want to reach out to the couple and check if they are invited or not.
- Only my name is on the invitation: This means only you are invited, and you haven’t been given a plus one. If you’re unsure, just reach out to the couple and check.
