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Marlina A.
Master September 2013

Sending "Not Invited" Cards???

Marlina A., on February 21, 2013 at 9:38 AM

Posted in Etiquette and Advice 52

My good friend and I were discussing my guest list and who I will not be inviting. She mentioned that she heard a discussion about sending cards to people letting them know they are not invited. There was actually a poll taken and about 77% of people said they would rather get a card saying they are...

My good friend and I were discussing my guest list and who I will not be inviting. She mentioned that she heard a discussion about sending cards to people letting them know they are not invited. There was actually a poll taken and about 77% of people said they would rather get a card saying they are not invited vs nothing at all. Has any one heard of this??? I am a bit down at the fact that I can not invite everyone I know because of course financial wise its just impossible. So would it be a good idea to send a note letting people know that regretfully I can not invite them? How do you word such a thing?!

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  • Marlina A.
    Master September 2013
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    LOL thats hilarious Purplesun! And even more funny that THAT'S what will actually happen! lol

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  • Marlina A.
    Master September 2013
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    CrystalS I would have to ask my friend

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  • Just Reenski
    Master December 2012
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    I hated this when Amy posted it and I still hate it. I think a lack of an invitation is enough to let you know you aren't invited. I hate when people think they're entitled to be a part of anything that happens in life. Bleh.

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  • Stan Pruitt
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    If you save the money from the super rude cards, you might be able to invite another guest! This is so silly.

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  • Just Reenski
    Master December 2012
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    Also, if I got one of those cards, I would reply with a card of my own saying, "Glad I don't have to buy you a gift, you stupid (words not suitable for WW)."

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  • Married2013
    Master September 2013
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    Yikes, I wouldn’t do it. I’m with everyone else with the wedding announcement after the wedding.

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  • Marlina A.
    Master September 2013
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    LOL @Reenski!

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  • Tatiana
    VIP September 2013
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    Purple Sun- really? That's just so hurtful!

    But yeah, don't send those. It is like rubbing it in someone's face for no reason. Just let them go about their lives. Also, if you sent them where would you stop? The mailman that you occasionally great? The teller at the bank you see every two weeks? There is just going to be another line you draw and your neighbor you never spoke to might catch wind of the, "you're not invited," cards and wonder why they weren't considered to receive one...haha

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  • Private User
    VIP July 2013
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    I am doing wedding annoucements after the fact with an invitation to my reception. As we are only having about 30 people I am doing very few actual invitations.

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  • Mrs.B
    VIP August 2013
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    If I got one I would be pissed, I would probably make fun of them as well.

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  • Lizz M.
    Master March 2013
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    What Reenski said!

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  • HRH Mags
    Master March 2014
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    What if instead of announcements you just sent everyone, even those who did not attend, thank you/appreciation cards? It may be a nice way of just taking a moment to share with your loved ones and friends how much you do reconize and appreciate them. Even if they couldnt be included in the day.

    I am in the process of sending out 7 STD retractions to let people know we are just having a private ceremonyand. I feel like scum even though there is nothing I can do about it! I couldn't imagine having the nerve to send out non invites to people lol.

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  • Abby
    Super September 2013
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    I think if i got one itd be a huge slap in the face

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  • TrishA
    Super May 2013
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    Hmm .. you would think people would realize that they AREN'T invited when they DON'T GET an invitation ..

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  • D
    Master May 2014
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    God No! that sounds horrible to get a "not invited' card. I think I would shove it up their ass.

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  • Tiffany
    VIP July 2013
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    I have heard of this but I think its a little tacky and draws attention to the fact to some people who aren't even thinking about it. I definitely think announcements are a better way to go.

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  • Jamie Q.
    Master May 2013
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    I would be majorly pissed if I got one. I would rather not be invited at all. This idea has been all over the place lately- I watched an interview today of someone talking to brides about it and most were horrified by it. I mean talk about rude! And as you all say, what a waste of money!

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  • krisalicious
    Master April 2012
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    I wouldn't send an announcement of a vow renewal, personally. And I probably wouldn't send any wedding-specific cards after the fact to people who didn't attend, unless they sent a gift.

    If you want to, you could just make up a holiday card with a photo from the wedding and send it to everyone in your address book. That might be nice.

    I don't even know WTF to say about a "not invited" card but I think it's already been covered. lol.

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  • Just Reenski
    Master December 2012
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    Made a rough card for anyone that might need one.


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  • Marlina A.
    Master September 2013
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    Geez Reenski! LMAO!

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