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Your wedding is a very special day, and it is normal for you to want to share the day with as many friends and family as possible. 

The first step is to decide how many guests you can invite. This will be determined by your budget and how many people you can fit into your ceremony and reception venues. 

Traditionally the Guest List is split 3 ways (particularly if the parents are paying for the majority of the wedding): the bride's parents, the groom's parents, and the couple. Each invites one-third of the guests.

Now it is time to start creating your guest list. If money is no issue you should be able to invite as many people as you want, but for most of us some difficult decisions will need to be made to keep the guest list within acceptable limits. Start by listing everyone you would like to invite, then set some boundaries as a way of cutting your guest list. For tips on "Cutting your Guest List", Click Here.

It is nice to allow unattached guests the opportunity to bring a partner, however if you can't afford to allow single guests to bring a date they should understand. Married and engaged guests should always be allowed to bring their partner. The only exception is if you invite co-workers. They can be included on their own table without spouses. All attendants should be given the option to bring a partner.

Remember to account for everyone in your guest list including the minister or celebrant (and partner), photographer, videographer, bridal party, parents, ushers..... Also be aware that some people you invite will not be able to attend, particularly those from interstate and overseas. On average, allow for 25% of invited guests not to attend.

Once you have settled on an initial guest list it is time to create and send the invitations. For advice on wedding invitation etiquette, Click Here. 

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