GUIDELINES
- The engagement announcement could also be an invitation to the wedding or reception. Below are some examples of it. They provide the right wordings if one of the couple's parents is deceased or if parents are divorced. There are examples of the engaged couple making the announcement. Please refer "Announce an engagement in a personal letter" and "Announce an engagement in a newspaper."
- It is a common practice to begin with the names of the bride's parents who are making the announcement.
- Usually, these lines are at the center of the page.
- Invitation follows.
SAMPLE LETTER
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]
[Letter Date]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]
[Subject: Normally bold, summarizes the intention of the letter] -Optional-
Dear [Recipients Name],
Before any formal announcement of the news, James and I wish to let you know that we are to be wed during the upcoming holiday. James went down on one knee last week and presented me with a ring, and a question of whether I would marry him. I, of course, said yes. James and I have been friends for a long time, but it has developed beyond friendship and have been dating for many months.
We would like it if you could join us on December 23, at 3 pm, in the York Church on East Street. It is to be a simple ceremony in front of close friends and relatives. After the ceremony, there will be an evening meal and reception.
It is all happening so quickly, but we want to start a new life together as soon as possible. I will give you much more details the next time we meet up.
Sincerely,
[Senders Name]
[Senders Title] -Optional-
[Enclosures: number] - Optional -
cc: [Name of copy recipient] - Optional -
Sample letter announcing an engagement ceremony.
Further things to consider when writing announcement letters to friends
Announcement Letters
Announcement letters are letters that notify or give information about a certain occasion, special event, or occurrence that people are required to be aware of. They could be for a concert, a special sale, or even a graduation party. Announcement letters are usually informal and state clearly and concisely what the event/occasion is and what further actions the recipient should take. Announcement letters can be used in many personal and business situations. In personal situations these letters may be used, for instance, to announce a birthday, death, wedding, or graduation. In the business world, such letters may be used to announce a new policy, change in management, financial summaries for investors, grand sale, or actions against a customer due to nonpayment.
Announcement letters should be written in a straightforward manner stating all the necessary facts. Clearly state why you feel the occasion is important. If you are delivering bad news, be optimistic for the future. Bold and highlight the points that need focus so that the content is clear to the reader. Add any information which you think your reader might want to know and do not miss out any important detail. End the letter on a positive note.
Letters to Friends
Letters to friends are letters you write to people with whom you have a bond of mutual affection. These letters are like conversations and can be just about anything. They could be thank-you letters to thank your friends, congratulation letters to congratulate them, apology letters to say sorry, condolence letters to comfort the bereaved, etc. You could also write to your friends to share general information such as school and family news, what has been happening in your town, or just tell funny stories. Letters are special and show the other person that you are thinking about him/her. The recipient can keep the letters for years and read them over and over again.
Letters to friends are personal and are usually addressed to specific individuals. Since the recipient is a person with whom you have a close relationship, the salutation is more personal and less formal. Greet the recipient warmly and proceed to stating the reason for your letter. Share some information about yourself. Maintain a polite and friendly tone. End your letter on a note of anticipation to seeing the recipient soon or reading from him/her. You can also add a postscript for something you forgot to say.
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