Etiquette and Cell Phones at Weddings

Three time NBA Championship Guard for the Miami Heat, Dywane Wade is about to marry the stunning former model and actress Gabrielle Union on August 30^th.  The wedding ceremony is causing quite a stir because the adorable couple have informed their guest that no cameras or cell phones will be allowed during their all-star celebrity nuptials; scheduled to take place in a famous Miami hotel.

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So what’s causing the stir?  Well, taking into consideration that the wedding is sure to be filled with A-list celebrities and athletes; all of whom live and breathe in the socialsphere; will probably consider their joyous 'union' (no pun intended) somewhat of a convenience, because many depend upon social media to boost their brands.   So what does the number one etiquette expert in the nation have to say about the subject?

Well according to the Emily Post’s Etipedia™, rule #7 specifically states that you shouldn’t ‘make calls in a library, theater, church, or from your table in a restaurant¹.’ So technically since the Wade’s aren’t getting married in either, people should be allowed to use their phones.  But what there’s more.  The Etipedia™ speaks specifically about weddings.  Since the ceremony is at a hotel, according to wedding etiquette, the bride and groom should notify their guests by either invitation or they could “Print a tasteful little notice in [their] program ceremony, saying: “We wish to remind you to please turn off your cell phone ringer and refrain from using your cell phone during the wedding ceremony. Thank you!²”

So there you have it ladies and gentlemen.  Were the Wade’s wrong in making their request?  Absolutely not!  And since they’ll be the ones shelling out hundreds of thousands to feed and entertain their invited guests, I think it only apropos that the guests adhere to their small four to six hour request.

So if you were thinking about making the same request – go for it! It’s your big day so why not tweet and post your own updates!  Make everyone view your pages and enter your socialsphere!  Just be kind with your request and ample with your posts!  Ready to order some social stirring invites? Visit InvitationWarehouse.com today and receive an additional 30% discount off our already competitive prices.

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SOURCES

1 http://www.emilypost.com/communication-and-technology/telephone-and-cell-phone-manners/622-top-ten-cell-phone-manners

2 http://www.emilypost.com/weddings/new-times-new-traditions/126-cell-phones-at-the-wedding-ceremony

The Look Book

One of the nation’s leading ‘wholesale printers of personalized stationery’ has just come out with a nifty new book called, ‘The Look Book®’.  And I’ve got to tell you, I’m impressed. Why?  Because my faithful Invitation Warehouse Boutique Blog Readers, it takes the hardship and headache out of coordinating your entire wedding. 

So what’s a Look Book®? According to their site, it’s a book filled with ‘invitations, accessories and accents all put together in creative ways to inspire ideas for a unique and stylish celebration.’  It’s not just wedding invitations, but they’ve cleverly and stylishly combined all of their products so that you can get the most bang for your buck.

For instance, did you know that you can accent your wedding with ‘favors, gifts, and more’ with a customized seal?  Yes ma’am!  Okay, wait!  I shouldn’t take for granted that you know what an ‘accent’ or a ‘seal’ represent in the wonderful world of wedding invitations.  No problem.  Take a look below!

Can’t you just see you and your future hubby’s name on a bottle of sparkling water or lemonade?  Your guest will enjoy a cool and refreshing drink of Mr. and Mrs. You!  But wait! There’s more!  The Look Book also shows you ways to incorporate the seals with these Marvelous Deco Design Square Favor Tags.  Don’t you think these will look great on your favor boxes and bags?

 

The cool thing about the Look Book is that it gives you ways to showcase you and your future hubby’s new life together.  Because ordinarily weddings are just about invitations and cakes; as far as seeing the bride and groom’s name displayed.  But this book provides you with unique ideas to promote your new brand – You and the Mr!  Coca Cola®’s not the only real thing!  The real love you and your gorgeous groom share can be seen throughout the ceremony, reception and your guests can even take a little bit of it home. 

So what are you waiting for?  Click here to download your free copy of the Look Book®.  Then when you’re ready to order, give us a call at 214-381-6367 and one of our eager Invitation Consultants will take a look and help you place your order from the Look Book.  Visit InvitationWarehouse.com today and receive an additional 30% discount off our already competitive prices.  In the words of Billy Crystal…’You look marvelous!’ 

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Soccer and High Heel Invites

Ladies, if your man has been inundated and fascinated these last few weeks with soccer, allow me to explain.  You know the fascination they have with Victor Cruz, ‘Johnny Football’ Manziel, and Tom Brady?  Well, soccer is similar to that in that it’s really not soccer.  Oh, wait a minute.  Did I lose you?  Let me go back.  Victor Cruz is one the best Wide Receivers in the NFL who plays for the New York Giants, Johnny Football was the first freshman to win the Heisman Trophy and is a quarterback for the Cleveland Bowns and I won’t even go into Tom Brady because even if you don’t know what team he plays for, you definitely know his looks and his famous model wife Giselle.  Okay, are you caught up?  Good. Back to soccer.

Soccer is soccer in the States but around the world it’s considered football. Your man has been fascinated by the FIFA championships that are going on. This week France goes after Germany and Brazil takes on Columbia.  So in an effort to try to assist you in getting a little bit of your fiancee’s attention, we’d thought we’d write a post about the feet he’s watching, your feet, and how they both tie in together with invitations.  IKR.  The creativity and thought that goes behind our post. 

Check out these Soccer Announcements which will be great for the men in your life.  Though it’s a Graduation Announcement, why not order a few and pass them out to the men in your life as a ‘gag invite! Congratulating them on graduating from being on overload during the Soccer Championships.  Tell them that they’ve graduated from ignoring you for the Summer and that now they’re expected to pay an unusual amount of attention towards the wedding plans.  LOLOLOL!

And why not grab a few of these soccer labels for next year.  That way in May you can let your future hubby know before the 2015 FIFA Championships that another graduation announcement will be on its way; because you’ve already prepared yourself for the time you won't be spending together and in an advance effort, why not splurge on you a spa treatment today.  Now come on ladies!  Am I looking out for you or what???

But since he’s had his fun and his attention has waned, why not get your kicks on as well?  Get it.  Get your kicks…soccer…shoes!  Doon, doon, ching!  I’m here all night ladies and gentlemen.  This High Heel Shower Invitation would be perfect to invite your girlfriends over while their husbands enjoy the championships.  

These High Heel Invites can be used to talk about the red bottoms you’re planning on purchasing after the championships!  And a few of these Lose Your Shoes Napkins will work well with the double soccer party you’re about to host!

Oh yes ladies.  Just because your man watches sports doesn’t mean it has to be boring.  Get interested.  Learn the game.  Know the stats or throw a complimentary party while they do.  Either way, enjoy the game and party together.  Just don’t forget about us at Invitation Warehouse when you do.  Call today at (214)381-6367 or visit us at InvitationWarehouse.com and we’ll show you how to enjoy sports seasons with all occasion invites. Call now and get 30% off your order!

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