Photography 34 Rock Paper Scissors, Easton Events, Eric Kelly Photography Plume Calligraphy trenDs WE q We guarantee that when your guests receive these in the mail, they’ll expect to have a fun, playful, memorable night at your wedding. Why have straight clean lines like every other invitation when you can have the one-of-a- kind design of a torn, antique edge? Whether you use a stamp engraved with your initials or stick on imitation stickers, your guests will appreciate the personal touch you put into the assembly of each invitation. Folds Penn and Paperie AntiqueEdges WaxSeals Addressing your envelopes Like most aspects of planning your wedding, addressing your invitations has traditions and guidelines to adhere to. When hosting a formal wedding celebration, use these tips to address your envelopes. 1 2 3 S o u t h M a i n S t r e e t O h i o 4 4 3 3 3 Ms. Rachel Johnson Akron 1 2 3 C H E R R Y S t r e e t , N . W . O h i o 4 4 3 3 3 Doctor John Mille Akron AbbreviatingMister andMissestoMr.and Mrs.isacceptable. Usefullna esonly,like MissRachelJohn on,notMissJohn on. North,South,East, Westiswritteni fullifitproceed thestreetna e. Find more tips on your invitations at TodaysBride.com/invitations GET IT STRAIGHT! Labels are a major faux pas when it comes to addressing your wedding invitations, but writing out all those addresses can be painful! Split the work between yourself and your fian é, and ask your wedding party and family if they’d be willing to help. Using this handy little tool from TheLetterMate.com will en- sure your lines are straight and perfectly spaced! Still worried about your handwriting? Ask your stationery expert if they offer calligraphy services! TheLetterMate.com Quick tips Acommaisadded afterthestreetna e andanabbreviation forNorth,South,East, Westisusedifitcomes aftertheaddress Donotabbreviate titleslikeDoctoror Reverand. Find out what these symbols mean on page 8. 8-12 MONTHS UNTIL "I DO" TODAY’S BRIDE | 77