{"id":7138,"date":"2024-06-15T09:46:56","date_gmt":"2024-06-15T14:46:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/?p=7138"},"modified":"2024-06-18T01:08:16","modified_gmt":"2024-06-18T06:08:16","slug":"dinner-invitation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/dinner-invitation","title":{"rendered":"Dinner Invitation Etiquette + 5 Cute Templates"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7130\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dinner-Invitations.png\" alt=\"6 dinner invitations on a table\" width=\"850\" height=\"623\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dinner-Invitations.png 850w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dinner-Invitations-300x220.png 300w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dinner-Invitations-768x563.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the best ways to bring people together is to share good food and drinks. Whether you\u2019re hosting a Thanksgiving dinner for the whole family or inviting close friends for an impressive Italian feast, sending a dinner invitation is a fun way to start the celebration.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this guide, we\u2019ll take you through dinner party essentials like when to send invites and what to include, as well as some tips on how to make the process easier. We\u2019ll also share our favorite dinner party invitation designs to inspire you.<\/span><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><b>Reasons to Send a Dinner Party Invitation<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re bringing people together to celebrate or mark a date with good food and drink, you can send a dinner invitation to spread the word. Here are some of the most popular events to send dinner invitations for.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Casual Get-Togethers<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to invite your friends for a pizza and beer night in lieu of a<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/housewarming-party\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>housewarming party<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Or maybe you plan to gather all your single friends to celebrate<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/valentines-day-ideas\">Valentine\u2019s Day<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in style?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you might normally send a text message to ask everyone to join you, sending a fun<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>digital invitation<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> adds a bit of occasion to the event. Find a themed event invitation card or get creative and DIY your own for a casual gathering they\u2019ll be excited to attend.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Formal Dinners and Cocktail Parties<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes you may be gathering everyone around a table to celebrate something special with a formal dinner. Maybe you want to celebrate a graduation or bring people together for your partner\u2019s<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/birthday-dinner-party-ideas\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>birthday dinner party<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Dinner party invitations or<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/cocktail-party-ideas\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>cocktail party<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> invitations are perfect for events like these where you\u2019ll want to give plenty of notice to guests so they can reserve the date.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Holiday Parties<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re hosting the big Thanksgiving dinner this year, sending out invitations is a great way to stay organized and let people know your house is the place to be for the holidays. The same goes for other big holidays throughout the year \u2014 from<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/plan-a-perfect-4th-of-july-party\">Fourth of July<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> BBQs to Christmas dinner. Holidays are all about enjoying good times together, so start the excitement early with a fun invitation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Business Dinners<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don\u2019t have to be inviting your BFFs or family members over for it to count as a dinner party. Dinners,<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/gala-themes\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>business galas<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and fundraisers are all popular ways to bring people together to celebrate something new, exciting, or big. Use your dinner party to raise funds for a nonprofit or charity, to celebrate a profitable year, or to welcome all your clients into the New Year.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>When to Send Your Dinner Party Invitations<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike with more formal invites like<\/span><strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/rehearsal-dinner-invitations\">rehearsal dinner invitations<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/wedding-save-the-dates\">save the date cards<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/wedding-invitations\">wedding invitations<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there are no rules around when to send dinner invitations. You\u2019ll want your guests to be able to make it to your dinner though, so give them reasonable notice. It\u2019s also sensible to give yourself enough time to plan the menu around your guests and their needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When sending out your dinner party invitations, plan for 3-6 weeks in advance. Adjust this based on the formality of your dinner and how far ahead you\u2019re planning. Guests attending an extravagant<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/anniversary-invitations\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>anniversary party<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may appreciate more notice than when you\u2019re hosting an informal garden party to make the most of good weather. You know your guests best, so if they\u2019re fine with only a week or two\u2019s notice, you can be more flexible about when you send out your dinner invitations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What to Include in Your Dinner Invitations<\/b><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_17568\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17568\" class=\"wp-image-17568 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Painted-Dinner-Party-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Painted Dinner Party Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Painted-Dinner-Party-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Painted-Dinner-Party-Invitation-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17568\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Jackie Crawford<\/p><\/div>\n<p><b>Matching invitation: <\/b><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/painted-dinner-party\/blue\/dinner\">Painted Dinner Party Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve decided to send an invitation for your dinner party, you might be wondering what to include. It\u2019s easy to miss a detail or two, but with our handy list, you\u2019ll be confident you\u2019ve covered the essentials.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Event Type<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your guests will know they\u2019re heading to a dinner party, but they\u2019ll appreciate knowing a little more about the event. Let them know whether they\u2019re coming to your place for a sit-down meal to mark an occasion or for a more casual BBQ in your backyard.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Event Theme<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your party has a theme, mention this on the dinner invitation. This is especially helpful if it\u2019s a costume party or if there\u2019s a fun theme \u2014 like tropical, the 1920s, or a<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/murder-mystery-dinner-party\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>murder mystery dinner party<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Mention the<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/dinner-party-themes\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>dinner party theme<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the invite, and use Greenvelope\u2019s<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/support.greenvelope.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360042177493-Enable-Details-Panel\">details panel<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to go into more detail if you want to \u2014 like whether to dress up, what the menu will be, or if there are any fun themed<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/dinner-party-games-for-adults\">dinner party games<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> afterwards.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Date and Time<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most important details for any event is when it\u2019s taking place. Be really clear about your date and avoid any confusion by using the full date, including the day of the week spelled out. This creates less chance of someone turning up on the wrong date. The same goes for the time \u2014 leave no room for error by adding \u201ca.m.\u201d or \u201cp.m.\u201d to your hours. While it may seem obvious that your brunch takes place in the morning, it doesn\u2019t hurt to clarify for your guests.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Location<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next up, you\u2019ll want to add an exact address so your guests know where to travel. Even if you\u2019re hosting the dinner party at home and your guests know you well, it doesn\u2019t hurt to make the party location clear in case they don\u2019t have your address saved. If the party is happening at a relative\u2019s house or you\u2019re renting a private room in a restaurant, include the full address, with the ZIP code, for your guests.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Dress Code<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like with any event, your guests will really appreciate a heads up on the<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecaster.com\/dress-code\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>dress code<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your dinner party. This way they can plan the perfect outfit and won\u2019t have to worry that they\u2019ll feel out of place when they arrive. Keep it simple with a well-known dress code like formal or casual, or ask your guests to do something fun like wear a certain color.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>RSVP Instructions<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Include a line on how your guests should RSVP. This could be a phone number they can call or text, an email address, or an address to send an RSVP card to if it\u2019s a particularly formal dinner. If you\u2019re using Greenvelope, your guests can RSVP with just a click straight from the invitation itself.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Other Relevant Details<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every event is unique, so it may be that you\u2019ll want to include other details about your dinner party. This is especially true for gala dinners in aid of a charity or foundation or for a potluck-style gathering where everyone will bring a dish to share.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting the details right on your dinner party invitation means less back-and-forth communication to clarify, so you can spend more time planning the menu for your dinner party.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>An Easy Way to Send Dinner Party Invitations<\/b><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_17570\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17570\" class=\"wp-image-17570 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Whimsical-Doodles-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Dinner invitation: Whimsical Doodles Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Whimsical-Doodles-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Whimsical-Doodles-Invitation-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17570\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Signature Greenvelope<\/p><\/div>\n<p><b>Matching invitation: <\/b><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/whimsical-doodles\/blue\/entertaining\">Whimsical Doodles Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re in the middle of planning a dinner party, there\u2019s already a lot to do. This is why it\u2019s easy to forget about sending invitations or leave it until too late and opt for a casual invite via text.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get your guests excited about your upcoming dinner party and make it easier for you at the same time with the help of email invitations. There\u2019s plenty of choice when it comes to greeting card invitation templates \u2014 from fun themed invites to sophisticated ones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Email invitations are easy to customize, so you won\u2019t need to call in the help of an artist for a bespoke design. This means that even if a design was originally created to celebrate a baby shower, engagement party, bridal shower, or retirement party, it can quickly be updated to suit your event. Change the fonts, wording, colors, and layout to make it feel unique.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to sending your dinner invites, going digital means you can fire out invites all at once with just your guests\u2019 email addresses. So, there\u2019s no more looking for addresses, handwriting them on envelopes, and making a trip to the mailbox.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As well as simplifying the sending process, our<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/dinner-party\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>digital dinner party invitations<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> make it easy to manage your guest list, menu choices, and dietary requirements. Guests can RSVP to your event with a few clicks, which saves them from sending RSVP cards and updates your guest list instantly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can list your menu options (if you have them) on your invite and ask guests to confirm their choices when they RSVP. Include a note about dietary requirements and let your guests know they can email you about their needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With so many dinner party invitation templates and the allure of a done-for-you guest list, it\u2019s easy to see why so many people opt for a digital invitation for dinner parties.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Our Favorite Dinner Party Invitation Designs<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve searched thousands of digital invitation designs to bring you our favorite dinner party invitations. There\u2019s inspiration here for casual parties, elegant dinners, and holiday dinners.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Rustic Dinner Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_17569\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17569\" class=\"wp-image-17569 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Rustic-Dinner-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Rustic Dinner Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Rustic-Dinner-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Rustic-Dinner-Invitation-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17569\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: frau brandt<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This earthy,<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/rustic-dinner\/yellow\/thanksgiving\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>rustic dinner invitation<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is perfect for Thanksgiving feasts. The design will get your guests excited about sharing an authentic, homemade, and hearty meal with you. To make this design work for other dinner parties, customize the text to suit your event.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Colorful Emblem Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_17564\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17564\" class=\"wp-image-17564 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Colorful-Emblem-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Colorful Emblem Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Colorful-Emblem-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Colorful-Emblem-Invitation-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17564\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Stacey Meacham Design, LLC<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invite your guests to join you for dinner with this beautiful<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/colorful-emblem\/blue\/rehearsal-dinner\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>modern dinner party invitation<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Whether you\u2019re hosting a formal meal or asking friends to join you for burgers and wine, this watercolor design keeps things simple and puts the focus on your event. While this example is for rehearsal dinner invitations, you can customize it for your dinner party with just a few clicks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Muted Motif Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_17566\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17566\" class=\"wp-image-17566 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Muted-Motif-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Muted Motif Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Muted-Motif-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Muted-Motif-Invitation-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17566\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Owl and Toad<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for a design that\u2019s both elegant and understated, this<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/muted-motif\/blue\/dinner\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>muted motif invitation<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is ideal. The warm colors and soft background make a welcoming first impression. For dinners in aid of a charitable cause or foundation, this example features some useful wording to inspire your own.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Neon Tropics Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_17567\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17567\" class=\"wp-image-17567 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Neon-Tropics-Invitation-2.jpg\" alt=\"Neon Tropics Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Neon-Tropics-Invitation-2.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Neon-Tropics-Invitation-2-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17567\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Claudia Owen<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make a colorful impression with this fun, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/neon-tropics\/green\/entertaining\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>modern party invitation<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Whether you\u2019re planning a tropical themed dinner party with delicious Caribbean food and cocktails or you\u2019re a fan of the leaves and neon color scheme, this design is a winning choice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Geometric Peaks Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_17565\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17565\" class=\"wp-image-17565 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Geometric-Peaks-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Dinner invitation: Geometric Peaks Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Geometric-Peaks-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Geometric-Peaks-Invitation-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17565\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Stellax Creative<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This modern,<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/geometric-peaks\/white\/gala\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>geometric party invitation<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> gives you plenty of space to share your dinner party details. The fun, bright, citrus-inspired colors make it an ideal choice for outdoor parties, and both casual and formal dinners.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Simplify Your Dinner Party Invitations<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a design that matches your event and an easy way to send and manage invitations, you have a winning combination that makes planning your dinner party a simple and fun process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope this guide has helped you create and send your dinner invitations with confidence, knowing you\u2019ll have all the details covered \u2014 and with Greenvelope, you have the perfect<\/span><strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/dinner-party-invitation\">dinner party invitation<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> design ready and waiting for you to personalize.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the best ways to bring people together is to share good food and drinks. 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