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To Invite or Not Invite?... that is the Question

10/3/2011

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Standard guest tables sit 8-10 ppl.
Every host knows that the first step to planning a successful event is creating the dreaded guest list. I always tell my clients, "this is your event, do not let the guest list take control." The more people invited; the more your event will cost. Your guest list directly determines your event budget.

Its human nature for us to not want to offend anyone we know or are associated with, but this does not mean that you must invite your associates, friends of friends, or twice removed relatives to your special event.
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Packed House at Bibi Salon, NYC Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Reception
If the presence of these persons will not make your event any more special, fabulous, chic or exciting; it is probably better to just party on without them. More than likely, the feelings are mutual and no hard ones will exist.  And if they do, you'll be partying too hard to notice.

If confronted by a non-invitee, here are some suggested responses:
1. I really wanted to extend the invitation but space will not allow.
2. No hard feelings, I was not able to invite everyone who I wanted. I have you on the list for the next event.
3. I'm sorry you feel left out. The budget for the event will not allow me to extend the invitation.


 

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