September 2011
While RSVPs have been standard in most invitations for years, guests do still have some trouble actually sending in replies to certain occasions. While it is never really necessary to give an official excuse or offer reasons as to why an invitation cannot be accepted, it is a must to let the celebrators know whether or not you will attend. Keep these tips in mind when sending in your replies or regrets —show some courtesy by helping the people celebrating keep their event as tight and well-coordinated as possible.
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Be prompt.
RSVPs are included in invitations in order to help streamline preparations—finding out the headcount and planning seating positions are important in many occasions, and an actual list of people who will and will not make it is needed to move forward. Make sure to send in your RSVP a few days after receiving your invitation, especially if you are sent a physical invitation. Phoning in too late will defeat the purpose of RSVPs and will not be much help for the event planners. If you were only verbally invited however, it is possible to send in your regrets a little later.
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Follow instructions.
If an invitation was mailed to you and no RSVP card was included, you are expected to mail a note back to the return address of the sender. If telephone numbers and contact persons are specified however, you may get in touch with them by phone or even by email.
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Keep it simple.
The only thing an RSVP requires is your confirmation of attendance—there’s no need to come up with a list of excuses or tell the person why you can’t make it. Keep it short, be polite and express your regret at not being able to attend without going into a rant.
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Accommodate changes.
If you must change your regrets to a “yes,” then do the event planners right by calling in to tell them you can make it. If you are sending in your RSVP straight to a friend or personal acquaintance, you may tell them about your change in plans and why your schedule suddenly frees you up to attend—in any case, your presence will certainly be welcomed and your calling in advance will be appreciated.
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The Blue Leaf is a great place to host parties, whether you're looking to entertain corporate clients or throw a get-together for friends and family. We can help you forge new bonds and make new memories, no matter what the occasion. For inquiries, call The Blue Leaf Events Pavilion at 898-BLUE or visit http://www.theblueleaf.com.ph/ for more information.
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