When you or your daughter/son are about to tie the knot, it’s hard not to get everyone wrapped up in the excitement of the big day—including your coworkers. And even though you enjoy most of them, it's understandable if you don’t have the space or the moolah to have them all attend the big day. So what is/isn’t okay to say and do in regards to the upcoming nuptials in a professional environment:
Most people understand that they most likely won’t be invited if they aren’t a personal friend outside of work. However, it’s always fair to start spreading the news that the wedding will be mostly family and intimate or that (unfortunately) it’s all about budget, budget, budget. The news will spread and the mystery will die down.
Some coworkers may offer to host a shower in your honor at the office. This is the only exception to the rule that all shower attendees must be invited to the wedding. It’s a good way for the people you see everyday to honor the event, as long as everyone’s clear that not everyone could be invited.
The best thing is to be upfront about your invitation intentions from the get-go. If you intend on inviting your boss or some coworkers and not others, be sure to send the invitations to their home address, never pass them out at work.
Making Etiquette Easy,
Susan K. Medina
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