How to Word Invitations for a 90th Birthday Party

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Always treat a 90th birthday celebrant with respect.

Ninety years, by human standards, is a long time. When a person celebrates a 90th birthday, she has witnessed nearly a century of changes. The celebrant has lived a life filled with nearly every imaginable experience. When composing an invitation for a 90th birthday party, keep a tone of respect and humor. Let your wording resonate with the person whose life the party affirms. Match your invitation wording to the type of party to which your guests are invited.

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Step 1

Ninety-year-olds have experienced so much life.

Celebrate the life of the guest of honor beginning with your invitations. Devote a line or two to the celebrant. Write, for example, You are invited To join Laura Bell's family and friends As we gather to admire her wisdom and life On Saturday, September 19 1:00 pm At the Brown Palace Tea Room RSVP Please make a contribution To one of Laura Bell's honored charities In lieu of gifts

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Step 2

Write a 90th birthday party invitation with a style to match the guest of honor. Refer, for instance, to the celebrant's renowned sense of humor. Such an invitation could read: Jonas Miller Has kept children, grandchildren Great-grandchildren And all he meets laughing at his jokes Join Jonas to celebrate 90 years of love and laughter Monday, 19 September 2:00 pm Windsor Retirement Community

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Step 3

Write simple lines for a 90th birthday party invitation to communicate the celebrant's elegance in living. Consider: We request your attendance To honor Eva Stone And her remarkable life On Thursday, October 15 At 3:00 1190 Media Lane RSVP

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