Galas are among the grandest parties you’ll ever host or attend. Often with a theme to celebrate or a cause to draw attention to, these events are the height of elegance and sophistication. For an event so special, you’ll want to find a gala invitation that impresses your guests straight from the start.
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Not to toot our own, but — toot! toot! — we’re sort of professional surprise party planners. Detectives envy our secrecy, our lips are always sealed, and our surprise party invitations — they don’t leave a trace of evidence.
That’s right. Your guest of honor can dust for fingerprints and search our (snail)mailboxes with a magnifying glass, but our surprise invites will go undetected. Why? Here’s a bit of not-so-classified information for you: Our paperless invites don’t use RSVP cards, address labels, or stamps. No paper, no evidence.
So put us under the microscope all you want. These surprise party invitations won’t be found.
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Cheers to 50 years! Whether you or a loved one is counting down to the big five-oh, it’s a big reason to celebrate. And below, we’re diving into ten of our favorite 50th birthday invitations to kick off the party.
Five decades is certainly nothing to scoff at, so you’ll want to start brainstorming tons of fun 50th birthday party ideas to weave in to the festivities. Practice your mixology skills and create a custom cocktail, share old photos from decades prior, or use the year you were born as a party theme.
However you choose to celebrate, we’re sure you’ll have a wonderful time. But first, let’s make sure everyone knows about the birthday bash — on to the invitations.
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How do you celebrate years of hard work, loyalty, and dedication? Throw a wonderful retirement party, of course! Below, we’re sharing our favorite retirement party invitations to send out in honor of your favorite colleagues.
More often than not, it’s not the work itself that keeps us motivated from nine to five — it’s the people. Being surrounded by people who motivate us, challenge us, and make us better is what a positive work life is all about.
And now, you’re throwing a retirement party to honor a special person who set a great example all these years.
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It’s no wonder elephants are one of the top animals to feature on baby shower invitations. They’re adorable and have the sweetest expressions — much like babies. If you’re searching for elephant baby shower invitations, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite designs. From traditional and adorable to modern and bold, there’s something here for everyone.
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In the Christian faith, first communion, or confirmation, is an exciting time in a young person’s life. It’s the first time they receive the Eucharist, or the body (bread) and blood (wine) of their savior Jesus Christ. Considered a highlight of their faith, it’s fairly common to send out confirmation invitations, inviting friends and family to share in the experience.
Confirmation traditions vary between denominations, so how you celebrate will depend on your church and your version of Christianity. Young boys and girls celebrate their first communion as early as eight years old in the Catholic Church, while those within the Lutheran and Anglican churches usually receive theirs in middle school.
A first communion service is usually preluded by some sort of class where the child learns the meaning of the Eucharist, various prayers (including the Lord’s prayer), and the history of the church. At the actual church service, they receive communion with the rest of the congregation, and the pastor or priest may say a few words about the children during the sermon. Afterwards, a reception usually follows with cake, punch, coffee, or light snacks with the rest of the congregation.
If you’re planning a first communion, you’ve come to the right place. Below, you’ll find answers to frequently asked questions for planning a reception after the service. You’ll find six confirmation invitations to bring together family, friends, and your fellow congregation on this special day.
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How did you get here? One second, you’re dragging a very timid six year-old to their first little league practice, and the next, you can barely get them to commit to curfew after Friday night games. You’ve watched them grow physically, mentally, and emotionally, applying for colleges and taking the SATs. And now, here you are — picking out their high school graduation announcements.
Announcing a high school graduation can be a bittersweet affair. For one, you’re so proud of your graduate and all they accomplished over the past four years (or eighteen, for that matter). But on the other hand, you know they’ll soon be moving out, tackling higher ed or their first job.
And while no one’s promising you won’t shed a tear or two at the commencement speech, for now, you’re promising to keep things together. You have announcements to send and perhaps a party throw, so you’re keeping it happy-thoughts only.
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Graduation is just around the corner. You studied, pulled all nighters, and applied yourself to get to where you are. And to celebrate all of your hard work, you’re ready to throw a party. But first, you need to send out college graduation announcements to let your friends and family know that you officially crossed the finish line, or to bring your local loved ones together for a celebration.
Graduating from college feels so different from your high school graduation. And you know why? Because this time, it was all on you. You didn’t have your parents or teachers looking over your shoulder ensuring you did your homework, got enough sleep, or studied for exams.
Nope, the past four years were all you. And you did it — we mean, you really did it. You made sacrifices. You set priorities. And you gave it your all. So pat yourself on the back for all you’ve done over the past four years, and throw that cap (and that party).
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A bar (or bat) mitzvah is a special day in any young person’s life. At the age of thirteen (or twelve for girls), your teen becomes fully enveloped in the Jewish community.
And while a bar/bat mitzvah is a significant affair, it’s also a time for celebration. According to Jewish tradition, becoming a bar mitzvah symbolizes the child is now responsible for their own actions. As they become more accountable in Jewish law, tradition, and ethics (or “mitzvot”), they take a significant step into adulthood.
How you choose to celebrate a bar/bat mitzvah is completely up to your family. The festivities might include an intimate setting with just a few close friends and family, or you might go all-out, renting out a local banquet hall or your favorite restaurant. Whether you choose to have a large group or a small one, with live music or just your favorite Spotify playlist in the background, and with a few appetizers or a full buffet, one thing is certain: your celebration should be representative of the child who is coming of age.
So before you finalize the guest list, food, or location, why not take one simple step forward and select your invitations? And hey, since this day is supposed to represent a young person taking on more responsibility, why not get them involved? You know they’re always looking for a way to share their opinion.
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For practicing Christians, baptisms are a momentous occasion. Once you’ve decided you want to baptize your child, contact your church to get the ball rolling. They’ll ask for details like the baby’s name and date of birth, names of parents, and names of godparents or sponsors. When you’ve set a date, it’s time to select baptism invitations.
While a friendly phone call may suffice, sending online invitations is a great way to emphasize the importance of this event for your family. Plus, you can provide all of the details guests need to know. Choose from an array of designs across current baptism invitation trends, like embellished scripts, letterpress, and die-cut edges.
Once you’ve chosen an invitation design, be sure to familiarize yourself with baptism and Christening etiquette. For example, if your church has a formal dress code, you may want to include this in the invitation. Be mindful of guests who have never been to your place of worship. They may have questions about customs to observe during the ceremony.
You’ll also want to include basic details like the address of your church and service time. If you’re hosting an after-party, include the time and location of this as well. If your church or venue needs a head count, be sure to include an RSVP date so you can get a final tally.
Now for the fun part! Select an invitation design that is in step with your family’s style. If you’re very religious, consider a cross motif. For those who prefer to emphasize family and community, consider a simple greenery invitation. You can also pick a gender-specific invitation that’s reflective of your bouncing baby boy or girl. These 15 stylish designs are a great start to find what speaks to you.
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