Sending Invitations Online: Is it Proper Etiquette?

In today’s world, it’s easier than ever to be in touch through email. When planning your wedding, it may be tempting to invite your guests through email for convenience, but this isn’t advised. For everyday events, this may be appropriate, but your wedding day is a special occasion and people tend to appreciate invitations on paper.

A paper invitation creates a personal and special touch. Your wedding day is one of the most special days in your life and sending paper invitations is one way of expressing that. The invitations don’t have to be elaborate. Simple invitations can be just as elegant.

Another drawback in using email for invitations is that you never know by what some may get lost in transit or go into the junk folder and never be seen. Invitations can get lost through snail mail, but not that often.

You can use email to follow up on invitations such as giving more detailed directions, hotel accommodations or answering any questions your guests may have.

Of course there are always exceptions. If you are having a small or very informal wedding and you feel comfortable sending invitations by email and know your guests will feel comfortable, it may be appropriate. But, in general, it’s best to use paper invitations.