Traditional vs. Modern: Name Order on Wedding Invitations

Alright, so you’re gettin’ hitched, huh? Congratulations! Now comes the headache of them invitations. Who knew writin’ names could be so confusin’? I tell ya, these young folks and their fancy ways, always makin’ things complicated.

So, you wanna know whose name goes first, the bride’s or the groom’s? Well, lemme tell ya what I heard. Back in the day, it was always the bride’s name first. Always. No question about it. Her folks were payin’ for the whole shebang, so it made sense, I guess. They’d put her full name, first and middle, you know, like “Mary Jane,” and then the groom’s full name, “John Paul Jones,” or whatever.

Now, things are a bit different, I reckon. Sometimes the young couple pays for the weddin’ themselves. In that case, they can do whatever they want, I suppose. But even then, lots of folks still put the bride’s name first. It’s just… tradition, ya know? Like wearin’ white, or throwin’ that bouquet.

If the bride’s parents are hostin’, then it’s definitely her name first. No ifs, ands, or buts. Just her first and middle name, and then the groom’s full name.
If it’s the couple themselves payin’ the bills, then they got some wiggle room. They can put the bride’s name first, or they can put both their names with titles, like “Mr. John Paul Jones and Ms. Mary Jane Smith.” Fancy, huh?

But here’s the thing, some folks say if it’s got one of them fancy letter thingies, whatchamacallit… a monogram? Yeah, that’s it! If it’s got one of them, the bride’s name goes first for sure. Makes sense, I guess, since it’s usually her new last initial they’re usin’ anyway.

Now, I heard some folks sayin’ the groom’s name should go first. Can you believe that? I swear, these young folks are always tryin’ to change things up. But from what I gather, that ain’t the usual way. Most folks still stick with the bride’s name first, especially if it’s a formal invitation.

And don’t even get me started on them weddin’ programs! That’s a whole ‘nother story. But from what I hear, the bride’s name goes first there too. First and last name, then the groom’s first and last name. Then the date and time and all that other stuff.

Honestly, it’s your weddin’, do what you want! But if you’re askin’ me, or any of the old-timers, we’ll tell ya the bride’s name goes first. It’s just the way it’s always been done, and it’s a nice way to honor the bride and her family, I think. But hey, times are changin’, so you do what makes you happy. Just don’t come cryin’ to me if folks get confused!

And another thing, make sure you spell everyone’s names right! Nothin’ worse than gettin’ an invitation with your name all messed up. It just shows you didn’t care enough to get it right. So, take your time, double-check everything, and make sure them invitations are perfect.

So, there you have it. That’s the lowdown on whose name goes first on them weddin’ invitations. Bride first, usually. Unless you’re one of them modern couples who likes to do things different. Then, I guess, you can do whatever you please. But don’t say I didn’t warn ya!