The wedding invitation is not intended to give credit based in order of dollar value or even family name. It should say (in this order) WHO is hosting, WHOM they are inviting, to WHAT, WHEN, and WHERE (and HOW to respond, if necessary). The order of the names is not important. What is important is that the wedding invitation reflects and reminds the guests of the beginning of two lifes in common and give others an insight into what the wedding will be.
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* If both people are having the party then the male's name goes first. Example: John and Jane Doe would like to invite you to a party for ______________. If it's a surprise party for say your husband then the invitation should read: Example: Jane Doe is having a Surprise (Birthday or retirement party) for John. If you are both having a party for someone special in your family or a good friend then .. Example: John and Jane Doe would like to invite you to a surprise party held for Joan Smith.
A traditional wedding invitation typically begins with an invitation line, followed by a request line, along with the bride's, then the groom's name. The first invitation line usually includes the names of whoever is hosting the wedding; tradition dictates that this is usually the bride's parents. The request line, "...request the honor of your presence," is then used for ceremonies taking place at a house of worship. While the phrase, "Request the pleasure of your company," is reserved for ceremonies taking place elsewhere. Lastly, the bride's name is always listed before the groom's on all wedding stationery, including the wedding invitation. An example of this syntax is included below.
"Mr. and Mrs. John Smith
request the honor of your presence
at the marriage of their daughter
Sarah May Smith
to
Gregory Alan Jones"
the bride. the bride's name comes first on everything
1.) Parents
2.)Relatives (Sisters, Cousins ect.)
3.)Other (Friends)
Always groom
For the 50th Wedding Anniversary invitation the man's name comes first: Mr. John Doe and Mrs. Jane Doe or if it is not that formal it could be 'John and Jane Doe.'
A bride's name should be listed first in the invitation and then the groom's name. This is customary. Her parents names may or may not be used depending on what they prefer.
* The Wedding Invitation (large card announcing the couples up coming wedding) comes first and the RSVP (replies from guests .. the card and self-address and stamped envelope are tucked inside the Wedding Invitation and then put into the large envelope and mailed off.
It is usually done in with the women's first. For example:Jane Smith and Waldo Harris
Wedding invitations are a very important part of any wedding. A wedding invitation is often the first impression that your guests will have of your wedding and they, therefore, set the tone and theme for the whole wedding. It is important therefore to make sure your wedding invitations style, look and feel match your wedding theme. If you truly want to have a unique wedding and unique initiations then you have only two options really. You can use a professional designer to do a customer wedding invitation design for you or you can come up with your own wedding invitation design. A few months ago, one of my friends booked Laser Cut Wedding Invitation Card from Lavenderpaperie.com, for his Wedding ceremony. Thanks, Regards, Angeliica
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* I assume the married couple are redoing their vows because they may have had been married at the courthouse or, they were married in another country. It would be: Mr. & Mrs. John Doe on the wedding invitation. Or if you want an more informal Wedding Invitation you could put: Celebrating the marriage of John and Jane Doe.
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The traditional format is to put the man's name first. However I usually put the name first of the person I am related to or friends with, and then put his/her spouse's name second. This is less 'correct' but more honest and more respectful, in my opinion, in that it puts first the person I am closer to, rather than always leaving the woman trailing behind the man.
* If you are announcing on an invitation 'Wedding Anniversary' then yes, that could be one way of doing it, but not necessary. If you are writing the word 'Wedding Anniversary then on the first letter in each word is capitalized.
Bride
The wedding invitation is the first chance an engaged couple has to make a good impression on their wedding guests. Wedding guests often have to travel a long way or take time off of work to attend a wedding, and whether or not they are willing to take on this burden often depends on how enjoyable they think the wedding festivities will be. If the wedding invitation does not look as if thought or care has been put towards its creation, then they might begin to look for reasons not to RSVP. However, if the wedding invitation is truly memorable, the invited guest is more likely to find ways to clear their schedule so they might attend the wedding. To make the wedding invitation truly memorable, the engaged couple should personalize the card in a way unique to them. The first step to accomplish this is making a list of the shared interests and hobbies that the couple shares that could potentially be incorporated into the design. If the wedding or reception is going to include a unique element, this could also be something that is potentially included in the wedding invitation. Next, the engaged couple should find a graphic artist or freelance artist whose work they admire that is within their price range. There are graphic designers in nearly every price range available, and can be found on websites such as Craigslist or on online art portfolio sharing sites. For couples on a tight budget, it is a good idea to seek graphic designers who are still in school. These young designers will often do work very inexpensively, so that they may add the work to their portfolio when they seek work in the future. The couple should share their list of ideas for the invitation with the designer, and discuss what they are looking for before agreeing to hire them. The couple should be sure to hand write the envelope addresses, and maybe include a small handwritten letter to the person they are inviting. This personal touch will help the wedding invitation to be memorable to those who receive it.