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It is traditional to use a complete, formal name and address.  Do not use any abbreviations except: Mr., Mrs., Ms. Dr. or Jr.

All Names should be completely spelled out such as:

Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Andrew Klein

(instead of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald A. Klein)

If you know the full middle name, you can use it, if not, do not use initials, simply omit it

First names (without Mr., Mrs., etc.) or the phrase "and family" are not proper except for informal weddings

For Married Couples

Outer envelope

"Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Klein"

Traditionally, the husband's name goes first, unless his wife happens to have a professional title, in which case she should be addressed before him.

When addressing a married couple, always address both members of the married couple, even though you may only know one or know that only one will attend.

Married Couples (different last names)

Outer envelope:

Mr. Dean Forrester and Mrs. Allison Smith

Outer envelope (hyphenated name):

Mrs. Allison Smith-Forrester and Mr. Dean Forrester

Married Couples (with professional titles)

Outer envelope (male professional):

Doctor and Mrs. John Jones

Inner envelope: Dr. and Mrs. Jones

Outer envelope (male judge):

The Honorable and Mrs. Mark Darcy

Inner envelope:

Judge and Mrs. Darcy

Outer envelope (female married judge):

The Honorable Elizabeth Darcy and Mr. Mark Darcy

Inner Envelope:

Judge and Mr. Darcy

Outer envelope (male officer):

Colonel and Mrs. Bruce Reynolds

Outer envelope (female officer):

Lieutenant Bella Wayne, US Navy and Mr. Ryan Wayne

Outer envelope (both professionals):

Doctors John and Bridget Jones

Outer envelope (two professionals different professions):

Doctor John Jones and Reverend Bridget Jones

Married Couple with children

Outer envelope: Mr. and Mrs. Riley

Inner envelope: James and Sarah

Susie, Johnny, and Meg (list by age, oldest first)

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