Evites: Tacky Or Smart?
I just received another Evite in my email box today, and to be honest I’m not sure I really like them.
I realize we live in a day and age of the electronic communication, but I think it’s gotten ridiculous! We all text, IM, Facebook, email, etc. and none of it is verbally or face to face (which is pretty funny that the name is “FACEbook”)and it certainly isn’t by “snail mail” much.
And THIS is where the Evite comes in. I don’t know of anyone who hasn’t received one yet (except maybe my mom and dad), but basically they are invitations for parties celebrating anything from birthdays and holidays to anniversaries. You go to the “evite” link that is sent to your email (taking you to the evite site and to the specific event) and you click on the r.s.v.p. that usually says something like “attending”, “not-attending” or “maybe”. (Could you just IMAGINE putting a “maybe” on a written invitation?)
To me, the only real “pro” here for Evites is to help the environment by saving some trees. And in all honesty, isn’t it just as bad for the environment all the computer usage? Just a thought.
Personally, I don’t much care for evites. I know they’re convenient for the person sending them, and sure, it makes it much quicker to RSVP (that’s hoping it doesn’t end up in your spam!). But I just think it’s the easy way out and is a bit tacky, really. Unless you’re on a tight budget, then I understand. Invitations can be expensive. But Walgreens and Rite-Aid have some pretty, inexpensive and impressive invites, and if you’re throwing a party, I believe invitations are something that should be put into the budget.
Let’s face it! Invitations set the beginning mood for the party! And do you really want to set your mood with a generic evite?
The only party I think an evite might, MIGHT, work for would be a child’s birthday party. Only because unless it’s a big birthday, like the first, or the 16th, then it can be treated as a more fun, light-hearted event, so I do believe that an evite might work in that circumstance.
But all in all, I’m not a fan of the Evite. But that doesn’t mean I don’t want you to stop inviting me to your parties! LOL!
Thoughts?
Judi D.
http://www.lipsticknlaundry.com/
I realize we live in a day and age of the electronic communication, but I think it’s gotten ridiculous! We all text, IM, Facebook, email, etc. and none of it is verbally or face to face (which is pretty funny that the name is “FACEbook”)and it certainly isn’t by “snail mail” much.
And THIS is where the Evite comes in. I don’t know of anyone who hasn’t received one yet (except maybe my mom and dad), but basically they are invitations for parties celebrating anything from birthdays and holidays to anniversaries. You go to the “evite” link that is sent to your email (taking you to the evite site and to the specific event) and you click on the r.s.v.p. that usually says something like “attending”, “not-attending” or “maybe”. (Could you just IMAGINE putting a “maybe” on a written invitation?)
To me, the only real “pro” here for Evites is to help the environment by saving some trees. And in all honesty, isn’t it just as bad for the environment all the computer usage? Just a thought.
Personally, I don’t much care for evites. I know they’re convenient for the person sending them, and sure, it makes it much quicker to RSVP (that’s hoping it doesn’t end up in your spam!). But I just think it’s the easy way out and is a bit tacky, really. Unless you’re on a tight budget, then I understand. Invitations can be expensive. But Walgreens and Rite-Aid have some pretty, inexpensive and impressive invites, and if you’re throwing a party, I believe invitations are something that should be put into the budget.
Let’s face it! Invitations set the beginning mood for the party! And do you really want to set your mood with a generic evite?
The only party I think an evite might, MIGHT, work for would be a child’s birthday party. Only because unless it’s a big birthday, like the first, or the 16th, then it can be treated as a more fun, light-hearted event, so I do believe that an evite might work in that circumstance.
But all in all, I’m not a fan of the Evite. But that doesn’t mean I don’t want you to stop inviting me to your parties! LOL!
Thoughts?
Judi D.
http://www.lipsticknlaundry.com/
Tags: evites, family, invitations, kids, manners, moms, parties
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Permalink Reply by Judi on -
I actually like the way you do this, PartyDiva! I think using evites for "save the dates" is great! And I like that you still send out written invitations. I don't know, I just think it's very classy. I like having a tangible invite in my hand. I really believe it sets the mood. But i also understand the convenience of evites, and I'm sure I"ll use them eventually when I'm strapped for time (which is all too often!)
PartyDiva said:I use the evite site for my business!!
It is basically for family & friends to "Save the Date".
Written invitations are also sent out 3 weeks prior to the event just as a reminder!
~Janet
www.discoverpassionparties.com
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Permalink Reply by Denise Honaker on -
My family loves getting an invitation in the mail. Getting an envelope with your name on it, wondering what is inside. It is very fun. I see the value in an evite for maybe a get together for a girls night. But I really love getting those pretty and thoughtful invitaions that I can open and put on the frig.
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Permalink Reply by DesertMom on -
I've read through this thread and find it interesting how judgmental we are -- how we'd use evites for certain events, but not for others. I actually just sent out evites for my wedding, and it was really fun to do (the evite had cute pics of my fiance and me), and it was also very well received. I think going electronic is the way of the future, and since I work for an internet company, it just seems second nature to me. I get the whole traditional, handwritten thing, and I do appreciate a lovely handwritten thank you note, however I don't believe we should stick to any hard-core "rules" when it comes to correspondence. That's so yesterday, ladies!!
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Permalink Reply by Brooke & Lorri - Z. Daisy on -
I was just making an evite for an event when I decided to take a break because I could not figure out the right wording...then I saw this discussion. Too funny. I like them and love that you can just click a button and it puts it in your calendar! As long as you hand-write your thank you notes, I think you are okay. :) This is my first evite for a school event and I am excited because it will be great to keep track and I think other mom's will come when they see who else is coming. Sad...but true.
Brooke
www.zdaisy.com
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Permalink Reply by Dawn on -
I am thrilled when I get an invitation to a party. It doesn't matter whether it's by email, traditional mail or by phone. I am just happy to be invited!
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