19/01/2022
Need help creating a guest list?
I have four tips to consider while narrowing down your guest list!
1. Reach out to Relatives
Your immediate families are givens, &, usually, so are your aunts, uncles, first cousins, & grandparents. As you branch out on the family tree, remember that the more you invite from one limb, the farther you'll need to extend your list.
2. Inviting Friends
Most couples can't afford to invite every friend on Facebook, so start by filling your list with your nearest & dearest. Then, as you work down your contact list, ask yourself if you can see having dinner with each person during the year. If you can say you would, then put them on your A-list. But if you can't place them on the B-list.
3. Picking Co-Workers
The same rules apply here: The more people you include, the more you'll need to add. So extend the invitation to everyone in your department or to no one except for the people you actually spend time with outside of the office.
4. Kids & Plus-Ones
Having children at your wedding is both a practical & personal choice. In some cases an event isn't ideal for the kids! Black-tie or late-night affairs probably won't be kid friendly. But if you want to include the kids then set parameters for what kids can make the cut like nieces & nephews or the flower girls & ring bearing boys!
Deciding whether to allow guests to bring dates is a gray area. If an invitee won't know many people, it's nice to come with a companion. But it also means there will be people you've never met at your wedding and you'll be paying for their dinner & drinks. If your budget allows it, go ahead. Otherwise set parameters: If your friends are engaged or in a serious relationship, let them bring their partners.
If you need more help click the link in my bio & download my free "Creating a Guest List" worksheet for weeding out the undesirables! Jk. They're desired! Just not on your wedding day 😬
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