{"id":12148,"date":"2022-06-06T21:08:14","date_gmt":"2022-06-07T02:08:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/?p=12148"},"modified":"2025-03-20T12:14:48","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T17:14:48","slug":"how-to-say-no-kids-at-wedding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/how-to-say-no-kids-at-wedding","title":{"rendered":"How to Say No Kids at a Wedding with Confidence"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Wedding planning<\/span> involves making lots of big and small decisions \u2014 one of which is whether you want to invite children to your wedding or not. If you\u2019re hoping for an <\/span>adults-only<\/span> celebration, finding the right way to share that message can feel difficult, even for the most confident of couples.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In this guide, we\u2019ll share how to say <\/span>no kids<\/span> at the wedding in a polite yet firm way. We\u2019ll go over how to approach the issue, along with some of our favorite wording ideas for different scenarios.\u00a0<\/span>
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Your Guide on How to Say <\/b>No Kids<\/b> at a Wedding<\/b><\/h2>\n

You\u2019ve decided to host an <\/span>adults-only<\/span> gathering, but how do you share that information with your <\/span>close friends<\/span> and <\/span>family members<\/span>? Here\u2019s our best advice on how to break the news to your <\/span>guest list<\/span>, so that everyone gets the right message.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Use Wording That Makes Your Situation Clear<\/b><\/h3>\n

Words can leave a lot to interpretation, which is why it\u2019s important to use the right ones. To make things obvious, opt for wording like \u201cNo Children\u201d or \u201c18+ Only.\u201d If children are welcome to come to the venue but will be hosted by a<\/span>\u00a0babysitting service or nursery<\/a><\/strong> elsewhere in the building, make this known on the invites.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t have fun with some of your <\/span>no kids<\/span> wedding invitation wording<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 just clearly state your situation. You can pair a simple and succinct \u201c<\/span>Adults-Only<\/span> Event\u201d on the front of your invites with a few lines on the reverse about how excited you are to relax and unwind. If there\u2019s <\/span>limited space<\/span>, always use the most direct phrasing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Address Your <\/b>Save the Dates<\/b> and <\/b>Wedding Invites<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
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One area that can create confusion at <\/span>child-free weddings<\/span> is the way that your <\/span>save the dates<\/span> and <\/span>wedding invitations<\/span> are worded. Tradition dictates that only those named on the invites are actually official guests to the wedding, so make sure you specifically name your intended guests on your paper or<\/span> digital invitations<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re set on an <\/span>adults-only<\/span> event, avoid phrases like \u201cTo All of You\u201d or \u201cTo [Name] and Family.\u201d This can create an expectation that everyone\u2019s invited, even if your invite wording later goes on to explain that under-18s aren\u2019t invited.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Share the Message Across Multiple Mediums<\/b><\/h3>\n

It might feel like it\u2019s enough to share this information on your <\/span>save the dates<\/span> and <\/span>wedding invites<\/span> only, but it\u2019s easy for people to overlook the details if they only see them once or twice. To avoid any confusion, reinforce your message across all the places people will hear about your wedding.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Add a note about your<\/span> adults-only occasion<\/a><\/strong> on your <\/span>save the dates and invites<\/span>, and again on your <\/span>wedding website<\/span> and follow-up messages to chase those RSVPs. Highlight it on your <\/span>RSVP cards<\/span> or response cards too, with wording like \u201cOnly Adults Invited,\u201d \u201c<\/span>Adults Only,<\/span>\u201d or \u201cSorry, No Children.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

With our online<\/span> wedding invitations<\/a><\/strong> it\u2019s easy to customize your wording so you can write exactly what you want. Plus, you can share extra information like what your plans are for a nursery (if there is one) with our<\/span> details panel<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 so there\u2019s no confusion over who\u2019s invited and what the plan is.<\/span><\/p>\n

Display Confidence and Compassion<\/b><\/h3>\n

For many people, a wedding being <\/span>adults only<\/span> means they might not be able to attend \u2014 especially if it\u2019s a<\/span>\u00a0destination wedding<\/strong><\/span><\/a>. It can be challenging to find <\/span>child care<\/span>, especially if a <\/span>babysitter<\/span> or <\/span>family member<\/span> isn\u2019t around to step in and help. Keep this in mind as you create your wording, and again when people inevitably try to ask you for an exception.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stand firm and stay true to your feelings. Explain the reasons behind your decision if you like, or simply state that it\u2019s an <\/span>adults-only<\/span> event. Balance standing your ground with understanding the difficult decision your guest might have to make \u2014 then it will be much easier for both parties to respect each other\u2019s wishes, needs, and circumstances.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

No Kids<\/b> Wedding Invitation Wording<\/b> Ideas<\/b><\/h2>\n

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If you\u2019re wondering exactly how to say <\/span>no kids<\/span> at the wedding, we\u2019ve got you covered. Here are some of the most thoughtful, creative, and polite ways to get your message across.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When You Want to Be Direct<\/b><\/h3>\n

While many couples choose to go into detail about why they\u2019re hosting a <\/span>child-free wedding<\/span>, you don\u2019t have to. If you favor a more direct approach, keep it clear with a handful of words that need no other explanation.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are the best <\/span>no kids<\/span> wedding invitation wording<\/span> ideas if you want to be short and simple with your message:<\/span><\/p>\n