All customs and rituals are changing with the times. In the past, guests would eagerly await a wedding with great anticipation. They would look at wedding invitations and wonder what was in store. But now they prefer to have a detailed wedding stationery and be able to plan ahead. This gives them the time to fully understand what is in store for them and what they need to prepare for so that they can be more involved in the wedding. Indulgence is what Indian weddings are all about, don't you think?
Different Types Of Indian Wedding Stationary
Here are some ideas for wedding stationary that you might consider including in your wedding planning. - Indian Wedding Cards
- Wedding Invite - This is the centerpiece of your wedding stationery. It informs your guests about the date, time, and location of your ceremony. It can also be personalized with the names of close family members or relatives, in addition to the bride and groom's names. It is designed to reflect the style of the wedding, whether it be formal or casual or based upon a specific theme. It consists of an outer envelope with the recipient's name, and an inner card that contains all details.
- Reception card - In case your reception or post-marriage party is at a different venue, you might include a receipt card with the main invitation. This can be for professional guests only or friends and acquaintances who live in another city.
- Reply Card - Sometimes, the reply card or RSVP is sent along with the wedding invitations. It comes with a stamped envelope with self-addressed stamps. This is done to confirm the number and/or preferences of the guests. Most Indian weddings do not require RSVP cards. This is to ensure that the maximum number of guests arrive on the day and bless the couple.
- You can create a Wedding Program Booklet to send along with your invitation if you have a North Indian wedding. It contains information about all of the functions (Sangeet, Mehendi, Sagan Cocktail Party, etc.), their importance, and the dress code for guests. If you have many guests from abroad, it can include explanations of foreign rites.
- Map - This is where you can include the map of the main venue, as well as other venues, along with other wedding stationary. You can include information about the location where your guests will be staying, along with some touristy activities, if you have outstation guests.
- Menu card - These menu cards are very popular for wedding stationary. Today, no one wants to sit down and eat a meal if they don't know what will be served.
- Placards/place cards - You can make your guests feel special and honored by printing place cards/placards. Placards can be printed with a brief description of your marriage to make them more enjoyable.
- You can send your guests a welcome card to thank them for their business. For more ideas, consult a wedding planner.
- Thank-You card - At the end of your ceremony, thank your guests with a thank-you card. For a more memorable experience, handwrite them!
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