What are some ways to word an invitation?

The ways to word an invitation vary depending on the event, the sender and recipients. For children's birthday parties, simply ask the recipient to "join us for our son John's birthday party." For adult parties, word an invitation by saying, "help us celebrate our annual fall party."

Invitations must include detailed information regarding the event, such as the purpose, date, address, contact information and additional details. Ideally, mention the theme and dress code of the party. For parties that require a response, clearly state the RSVP due date. Use polite terms, such as "please be my guest," or simply say "you're invited to a party."