Announce an Engagement In a Newspaper
Letter #1
We're thrilled to announce the upcoming marriage of [Bride's Name], daughter of [Parents' Names], and [Groom's Name], son of [Parents' Names]. [Bride's Name] is a [profession] at [workplace], and [Groom's Name] is a [profession] at [workplace]. They share a passion for [shared interest] and can't wait to embark on this exciting new chapter together.
The wedding ceremony will be held on [date] at [time] at [location]. A reception will follow at [reception location] to celebrate with loved ones. Formal invitations will be sent soon, but we wanted to share the news with you first! We can't wait to celebrate with you as we begin our forever together.
Letter #2
[Bride's Name], daughter of [Parents' Names], and [Groom's Name], son of [Parents' Names], are excited to announce their upcoming wedding! [Bride's Name] is a dedicated student at [school name], honing her skills in [area of study]. [Groom's Name] is a valued member of the team at [workplace]. Their connection is undeniable, and they're eager to start their lives as husband and wife.
Mark your calendars for [date]! The ceremony will take place at [time] at [location], followed by a reception at [reception location]. Formal invitations will be coming your way, but we wanted to give you a heads-up to save the date. We can't wait to celebrate our love story with you!
Letter #3
Love finds a way, and for [Bride's Name] and [Groom's Name], that way led to a beautiful beachside wedding! [Bride's Name], daughter of [Parents' Names], and [Groom's Name], son of [Parents' Names], tied the knot on November 19th, exactly three years after their fateful meeting on the very same spot. The ceremony was a joyous celebration of their love, surrounded by close friends and family.
The adventurous newlyweds have exciting plans ahead! They've accepted teaching positions overseas and will be embarking on a new chapter in the Middle East, following a romantic honeymoon in Mexico. We wish them all the best in their journey together!
Letter #4
Get ready to celebrate love! Ashley Stevens, daughter of Robert and Suzanne Stevens, and Eric Doe, son of John and Jane Doe, are tying the knot on Saturday, April 20th, at the beautiful Springfield Island Resort.
The ceremony will be followed by a reception at the same location, open to all friends and family. Come raise a glass to the happy couple as they begin their lives together!
Ashley, a graduate of Springfield University, works at XYZ Corp in Centerville. Eric, a graduate of Centerville University, is also employed at XYZ Corp. The couple will be making their home in Springfield.
How to Write this Announcement Letter: Expert Tips and Guidelines
This announcement is a formal, public statement of an intent to marry. It identifies the engaged persons, their parents and their places of residence. Before submitting an announcement, check with the newspaper editor for policies and guidelines. Example sentences also indicate appropriate wordings for when the parents are divorced, one of them is deceased, or if the engaged couple is making the announcement themselves. See also "Announce an engagement with an invitation," and "Announce an engagement in a personal letter."
Steps
- In most cases, begin with the names of those making the announcement--usually the bride's parents.
- Add additional personal information in accordance with the newspaper's policies.
Write Your announcement in Minutes: Easy Step-by-Step Guide with Sample Sentences and Phrases
1 In most cases, begin with the names of those making the announcement--usually the bride's parents.
Sample Sentences for Step 1
- Mr. and Mrs. John Doe announce the engagement of their daughter, Mary, to Eric Stevens, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stevens of Springfield, Kansas. (This is the conventional pattern.)
- Mr. and Mrs. John Doe announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Jane, to Eric Stevens, son of Robert and Suzanne Stevens of Springfield, Kansas. Jane Doe is also the daughter of the late Suzanne Johnson. (This wording may be used when one of the parents is deceased and the other has remarried.)
- Mr. John Doe announces the engagement and forthcoming marriage of his daughter, Ashley, to Eric Johnson, son of Melvin and the late Anne Johnson. (This wording may be used when one of the parents is deceased.)
- Mr. John Doe of Springfield, Kansas and Mrs. Beth Stevens of Centerville, Kansas announce the engagement of their daughter Mary to Eric Johnson, son of Melvin and Anne Johnson of Springfield. (This wording may be used when parents are divorced and have different surnames.)
- Mr. John Doe announces the engagement of his daughter, Mary, to Eric Johnson, son of Melvin and Anne Johnson of Springfield. Mary Doe is also the daughter of Beth Stevens of Centerville, Kansas. (This wording may be used when parents are divorced and only one parent is making the announcement.)
- Mary Doe and Eric Johnson are delighted to announce their engagement and forthcoming marriage on June 15. (This wording is appropriate when the engaged couple makes the announcement.)
- Eric Stevens and Mary Doe plan to marry on June 15, 2019, at the Center Church in Springfield. The couple's parents are Professor and Mrs. Andrew Stevens of Springfield, and Mr. and Mrs. John Doe of Springfield, Kansas.
Key Phrases for Step 1
- also the son of
- also the daughter of the late
- announce the engagement of
- announce the forthcoming marriage of
- are happy to announce that
- are delighted to announce the
- both of Springfield, Kansas
- engagement of their
- engagement and forthcoming marriage of
- have the honor of announcing
- is the son of
- is the daughter of
- of Springfield, Kansas
- plan to marry on
- son of John and the late
- take pleasure in announcing
- the marriage will take place at
- the daughter of
- the couple's parents are
- the son of
- will be married on
- wish to announce their
2 Add additional personal information in accordance with the newspaper's policies.
Sample Sentences for Step 2
- Ms. Doe, a graduate of Doe Academy, is also the former Miss Kansas. Mr. Stevens is a graduate of West Point Academy, and is serving as a Captain in the U.S. Army in Hawaii. The couple will reside in Honolulu, Hawaii.
- The couple is planning a spring wedding in Springfield, where they are both employed at Doe International.
- The groom is enrolled in medical school in Baltimore, Maryland, and the bride will be teaching in the Baltimore public schools.
- The couple will recite their vows in the Springfield Lakeside Chapel and honeymoon in Florida. Mr. Doe is a member of the law firm of Doe and Stevens. Ms. Stevens is a student at Doe Academy.
Key Phrases for Step 2
- both graduated from
- was elected to
- honor society
- graduated with honors
- has been active in
- is a member of
- is enrolled in
- is a student at
- is a graduate of
- is employed as
- is serving as
- is the former
- planning a spring wedding in
- the couple will reside in
- to be held in their honor
- well known for
- will make their vows in
- will exchange marriage vows at
- will honeymoon at
- won an award for
