Encore! Encore! Encore Weddings Take Center Stage
Weddings are tough. Encore weddings for second, or third, or whatever marriages are even tougher. Though not uncommon, it’s not often people really talk about the etiquette of getting married again. But don’t worry – it’s not as complicated as it might feel. It just takes a bit of planning.
Intentional Invitati Just because this is not your first wedding does not mean you should be printing out four invitations per page at home and mailing them in rectangular business envelopes. Pick something reflective of you, your soon-to-be spouse, and your big day. Make sure you’re including all of the pertinent information about the big day, and giving an indication to the style and formality of the event. Remember, this is likely the first glimpse your guests get into your big day – wow them. Traditionally, etiquette dictated that those paying for the wedding (i.e. the bride’s parents) should have their names on the invitation. That’s not really the case anymore. Many couples choose to pay for their own weddings. Choose who to include, text, and style based on your event and your WRITTEN BY KENDRA CARRUTHERS AND KELSEY O’SHAUGHNESSY • PHOTOGRAPHY BY JASON W. KAUMEYER PHOTOGRAPHY 128
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