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Courthouse ceremony, with small reception a month later

katrinaf1
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Courthouse ceremony, with small reception a month later

Second marriage for both, and we are planning on getting married at the courthouse, but would like to have a small dinner reception a month later. What type of announcement/invitations are appropriate? Can you offer advice on wording?

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Re: [katrinaf1] Courthouse ceremony, with small reception a month later [In reply to]

Dear Katrinaf,

A regular reception invitation would be fine. You don't have to mention the wedding as your guests will know that you are married by the date of the reception. If it is a small informal affair, you could even hand write letters explaining what you are doing.

Best wishes,
Rebecca Black, Etiquette Consultant
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