O.K. to invite a friend to our wedding and not give them option to bring a guest? (Due to lack of space)?

Our reception hall only holds 110 people, so with some of our acquaintances, we just want to invite the acquaintance and not their guests who we've never met.

Absolutely. My wife and I set firm rules that only people who were engaged to, or living with, someone could bring that person as a guest. We didn't want someone going out and finding a date for our wedding. Also, we said no kids under 12. Everyone had a blast. We had 125 guests.

It would b very mean if u didn't give ur friend an option.

??? They don't have the option of bringing a guest unless you specifically say so, as in "Mr. Tom Thumb and Guest." Just put their name on the envelope and that's it. If they RSVP with a guest, then you will need to call them and tell them that the invitation was extended to them only, and that you are looking forward to seeing them. I know that sounds awkward, but if this happens, it won't be YOU that made the faux pas, it will be THEM.

You can but its tacky.

No, not if your friend doesn't have a long term bf/gf. Although, you have to realise that weddings are sort of uncomfortable for the guest that doens't know anyone, but the bride or groom. If your friend is a close friend, you can just be open with them and tell them money is tight and having a guest is an issue or that you just want a really small wedding. Just write the invite as whoever not whoever and guest. It's okay.

If you know they are in a commited relationship with someone, I really think you should invite a guest even though you may not have met him/her. If you know he is single, or hasn't been with someone for a long time, it should be fine. Spread the word through family, that space is limited, and I'm sure people will understand. You probably should have thought about this before you booked your reception hall. We made sure we knew how many people would be invited, and found a reception hall that would hold more than that.

Yes, it is okay, so long as you do it fairly. Either everyone brings a date, or no one does. But, spouses, fiances, and live-in girlfriends/boyfriends should be invited.

All you have to do is put their name on the envelope -- if you put guest, then they can invite someone -- if you don't put anything, then they know they cannot.

ah my answer sounds funny but it can help you. Just put in your invitation card that it's good only for two persons.

I did it. I talked to the friends first and explained the situation. They were friends, so they understood.

yep

Well, if they are married or in a serious relationship that might cause a problem. But, my suggesion is see how many people rsvp no and then filler up.

no, it's considered rude not to let someone bring a guest to the wedding ... even if you never met them ... if they are an acquaintance why would you invite them??? (due to lack of space??)

I'd say no...Our caterer said there is usually a 20 percent turndown rate for invites.....I know its hard to estimate....but I think it is tacky to refuse to allow a date. Its a night out and theres dancing, etc and celebration. You want your friend to sit there all alone? I t hink its a no go. I would assume your budget can only hold 110 people as well....so it is either time to trim the list or prepare to pay for a few more heads.

Do not listen to some of the people on here.

Ettiquette states that unless the guest has been dating one partner for more than a year then it is not necessary to have them bring a guest.

Why should you pay for some stranger to eat and drink. It is not at all tacky for you to do this.

What is tacky is for someone to think that their friend should eat and drink on your tab.

P.S. I am a certified wedding planner through the WPIC

it's your wedding, do whatever you want - you shouldnt have to feel guilty about not inviting people you dont know...

If the person is married or common-law, you must invite them. It would be considered rude to leave their significant other uninvited. And they may refuse to come!