Titles when Addressing

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Did you get the name right? Are you sure? Since the invitation is usually the first impression someone will have with your wedding or event, it does make it that much more important to get the name right. You’ll probably be addressing your guest multiple times too: on place cards, welcome items, etc. Of course only you can double (even triple) check the spelling of their first and last names, but we’re here to help when it comes to that ever so tedious detail of titles.

Mr.

Mr. is used for addressing males thirteen and older

Ms.

Ms. is most commonly appropriate for single women over 18, however it technically can be used for any female single or married

Mrs.

Mrs. should only be used to address married women

Miss

Miss can be used for addressing girls or young women 17 and under (if you’re worried about offending someone, remember it never hurts to ask)

Master

Master should used for addressing males twelve and younger

Mx.

Mx. is the universal title that can be used by anyone because it is gender non-identifying

Doctor

Doctor should be used for guests who are medical doctors, dentists, and other professionals are typically addressed with this title; guests who have earned a Ph.D. or any other academic, non-medical doctoral degree should be asked which title they prefer

Reverend

Reverend is used for any clergyman or clergywoman and should always be spelled out

The Honorable

The Honorable can be used for men and women with notable positions in government, politics and military