Today we have an Ask Emmaline question regarding your return address on invitations. Bride-to-be, Courtney, writes: “Dear Emmaline, I’m interested in using a return address stamp to save time on addressing invitations. However, I’m not sure what to use for the return address. Any advice?” Great question, Courtney! Find out the answer after the jump PLUS enter for a chance to win a return address stamp by Citrus Press!
Proper Return Address for Wedding Invitations
The return address on your wedding invitations should be the person or persons who are hosting the event. If the bride’s parents are hosting, the return address would go to them; if you’re hosting your own wedding, the address should reflect your own. On a formal return address, the names are not included — only the address. Traditionally, if the couple is living together before the wedding, the return address should be addressed to the bride only. According to wedding etiquette and tradition, a couple should not use their last name together (or initial) until after the wedding.
Where is the return address placed?
Traditionally, the return address is included on the back flap of the outer envelope of the wedding invitation.
Giveaway: Win a Return Address Stamp!
Between 10/7-10/13/13 (11:59pm EST), enter for a chance to win a return address stamp by Citrus Press! This stamp can be used for your wedding invitations or afterward on thank you cards (with your new name and address). To enter, use the entry form below. One lucky winner will receive one (1) custom address stamp. Open to US residents. Winner will be randomly selected, contacted via email, and announced on this blog post. Winner has 72 (business) hours to respond to email; winner must claim stamp within 6 months. Prize value: $50. No cash value. Includes wood stamp with black stamp pad included. Good luck!
Entry Form
Happy Planning!
♥
-E.
82 comments
I love the peony flowers wedding invites!
love the lemon drop invitations!!!
Love
the thumb tree marriage poster is so cute! what a nice keepsake.
The gold metallic foil invites would be perfect for a UCF wedding!
I like the lace invites
I like the Love Birds and Flowers Wedding Invitation.
Love the Photo Save the Date Double-sided Card!
I like the Wedding Program Tea Length Style. Its very fun looking. http://www.etsy.com/listing/128974669/wedding-program-tea-length-long-block?ref=shop_home_active
love that stamp!
Love the vintage rose collection!
I like the vintage lace wedding invitation.
Love the return address stamp! It’d be so helpful for thank you notes!
Love the stamp!
I like the US State postcards
Love the Vintage Lace Wedding Invitation!
Love the
Wedding Invitation Suite RSVP postcard – DIY PDF Printable
I love Citrus Press and all of Sarka’s designs. Especially love the Tea Length Wedding Program!
Love the chalkboard table numbers!
My favorite is this pretty stamp! It would compliment the wax seals I am considering using on my invitations!
I like the birds in tree with initials!
Beautiful stamp! Looks very vintage! <3
Beautiful and functional stamp!
I <3 the, Vintage Lace Wedding Invitations also <3
You know, I really love the Printable Wedding Invitation Suite/RSVP postcard. Such a cute design and I love that it’s DIY!
I love the stamp idea rather than using labels
LOVE the tree guest book poster. What a cute way to recognize everyone at your wedding and have a keepsake after!
I love the striped yellow boho floral wedding invitations!
Loving the chalkboard wedding invite!
I adore Rustic Victorian Bold Floral Wedding Invitation , they are the exact ones I was looking at yesterday! stunning invitations
The Birds in Tree with Initials Wedding Invitation is so fun and stylish!
I’ve been looking to get a return address stamp!
Loving the boho heart!
Gorgeous invitations, and the stamp is such a great idea.
I love the wedding invitation suite RSVP postcard – DIY PDF printables! Especially the one with pink floral designs
Love it! Elegant and beautiful.
The US State Save the Date – Yellow are very pretty and elegant.
What an easy and classic idea!
The Wedding favor tags labels are very creative and look great.
I love the custom return address stamp!!
Would love the stamp :)
The chalkboard table numbers are so cute.
Love the tea length wedding program.
The Striped Yellow Boho Floral invitation is unique and stunning!
Loving the vintage rose invites!
I’m having a romantic/vintage themed wedding and I’m already using chalkboards…so naturally, I was drawn to the chalkboard themed pieces. Such a cute shop!
I love the chalkboard wedding invite!
The Birds in the Tree with the initials Invitation. Sooo cute!! :)
I love the lace frame wedding invitation! You can even use these for a bachelorette party!
I like the chalkboard items best
I like the chalkboard wedding invitation.
love the boho heart with birds set
Love the chalkboard table numbers!
Wow the Chalkboard Table Numbers are so cute and rustic. Perfect for the outdoor wedding!
Loving the address stamp! What a time saver! And plus it adds a nice little decorative touch!
Love the Vintage Roses Wedding Invitation – the flowers are stunning!
Loving the chandelier invites! They also come as a PDF so perfect for DIY!
Love the Photo Save the Date Double-sided Card!
I like the tree stamp
The vintage wedding invitations are so beautiful: http://www.etsy.com/listing/122350758/wedding-invitation-vintage-peony?ref=shop_home_active
So cute! I would love a return address stamp for our invitations!
I love the wedding invitation with the tree initials and 2 love birds. So adorable.
I would love a return address stamp!
Love the Vintage Roses Wedding Invitation–and the stamp of course!
really love the stamp :D
I LOVE everything but the glitter invites are my favorite!
Love the oval chalkboard table numbers!
i love the pennant/buntings
I would love those chalkboard table numbers and I love the fact that you can print them out and put your own frame on them to make them more original
I love the Birdcage Lovebirds Wedding Invitations!
I love the chalkboard items!!
I love the Chalkboard Table Numbers!
I love everything in the rustic sweet folk floral collection, just wish the invites had a place for the bride and groom’s parents names!
I love the, Return Address Stamper!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/121927630/wedding-invitation-chandelier-invite?ref=shop_home_active
i love the Printable Chalkboard Table Numbers
I love the
Lace Wedding Invitation, especially in the yellow!
Would really love the return address stamp! Apparently the one I have didn’t have etiquette, so I appreciate this post!
I honestly love the custom return stamp, especially since it isn’t self-inking! I have a couple that are self-inking, and one doesn’t work very well, and it’s difficult to use different colored inks if you don’t want just black, so I really want one of these! But I also really love the Chevron Marriage Poster Keepsake Gift with Bicycles – So cute!
I like the double sided chevron Wedding Program, very clean and unique looking program. I also really like the Wooden Rubber Custom Stamp!
The Citrus Press etsy link does not appear to be working but I’m loving the font of that stamp! These would make mailing out invites a breeze!
I love the boho invitations!
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