One of my brides asked me today, "I'm buying a personalized cake-cutting set, but whose name goes first ... mine or his?"
This is a common question asked of many vendors, especially when purchasing favors. It has been found that almost 90% of personalized wedding items are printed with the bride's name first. However, if we pull out the book of "proper etiquette," presentation of names usually requires the man's name precede the woman's anytime the surname or married name is included. That said, even napkins, favor boxes and ribbon printed with a monogram or surname, the groom's name should be printed first.
Nonetheless, it is truly up to the couple and what they prefer. A little diversion from "proper etiquette" is not really a huge crime. In my opinion, the best route is usually to go with what's aesthetically pleasing.
This is a common question asked of many vendors, especially when purchasing favors. It has been found that almost 90% of personalized wedding items are printed with the bride's name first. However, if we pull out the book of "proper etiquette," presentation of names usually requires the man's name precede the woman's anytime the surname or married name is included. That said, even napkins, favor boxes and ribbon printed with a monogram or surname, the groom's name should be printed first.
Nonetheless, it is truly up to the couple and what they prefer. A little diversion from "proper etiquette" is not really a huge crime. In my opinion, the best route is usually to go with what's aesthetically pleasing.
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