Valentines Day Party Invitations

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No matter what style of event you're planning to celebrate Valentine's Day, party invitations are the first step towards an unforgettable event.

Start your party planning with an invitation in Valentine's colors.

Why Send an Invitation?

Perhaps you're thinking it would be easier to just tell your friends about your upcoming party. If you're used to gathering your friends with a series of phone calls or text messages, why should you go to the trouble of creating Valentine's Day party invitations? An invitation makes a statement. This isn't just another Friday night of gathering around the television with a rented movie and a bucket of popcorn - this is an event.

An actual invitation is also a great way to help guests remember the party. An email can be quickly deleted, and a conversation may be forgotten before your friend reaches a calendar. Your invite remains as a visual reminder of the upcoming event.

Designing Valentine's Day Party Invitations

Create a catchy description for your party to start off the invite. "Join us for an evening of dinner and dancing" or "Bring the whole family for Valentine's fun" both give guests an idea of exactly what to expect at your event. Your invitation should also include the following information:

  • Date – Even if the party takes place on the holiday, don't assume the guests will know this. Many Valentine's Day parties are held the weekend before or after the actual day.
  • Time – If there will be different stages to your party, you can includes times for these divisions, e.g. "Hors d'oeuvres at 6:00 p.m. Dinner at 7:00 p.m." Time can also include the duration of the party if you have a set end time in mind.
  • Location – If the party will be held at an unfamiliar venue, make sure to include the street address, so partygoers can look up directions. To be even more helpful, enclose directions or a small map. It's better to include something like this on a separate sheet to avoid overcrowding the invitation.
  • R.S.V.P. – Include a phone number or email address and a deadline for responding. Getting a guest list will be invaluable in helping you plan your party. If you're hosting a catered dinner party, you may want to include a formal R.S.V.P. card for guests to indicate their entrée preference.
  • Dress – Since Valentine's Day parties can run the gamut from casual to formal, including suggested dress can be helpful. Err on the descriptive side rather than the clever. If you don't want guests to wear jeans, say, "No jeans, please," instead of clouding the issue by calling it "dressed-up casual." In addition to setting the tone for your party, this will also avoid potential discomfort. No one wants to be the only guest in a tuxedo when everyone else is wearing khakis.

Additional Invitation Tips

Before sending out your Valentine's Day invites, keep the following tips in mind:

  • You can buy pre-made invitations from party stores or card shops. However, custom-designed cards offer a greater opportunity to say exactly what you want. Order invitations from a printing company, fire up your computer, or get crafty.
  • An invitation can set the tone for an event, whether it's funky and casual or a formal, black-tie affair. It's also the first chance you have to work with the theme and color scheme of your party.
  • Use invitations to help kids get involved with the party planning process. They can help choose the design, draw a picture for the card or fill out the information in pre-printed cards. However, parents should make sure all the pertinent details are legible on any invites kids help complete.
  • Don't forget the envelope. Choose a coordinating color and don't skimp on quality. A cheap envelope can take away from an otherwise stylish presentation.
  • Weigh your invites before mailing. While most cards can be sent with a single stamp, heavy cardstock or special adornments may take your mailing over the one-ounce limit. You don't want to face the embarrassment of your announcements arriving postage due or not give your guests enough time to plan if the invitations are returned to you.
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