{"id":39958,"date":"2018-11-14T14:43:12","date_gmt":"2018-11-14T22:43:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/?p=39958"},"modified":"2025-10-08T10:15:13","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T17:15:13","slug":"retirement-invitation-wording","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/retirement-invitation-wording\/","title":{"rendered":"Retirement Invitation Wording Template and Guidelines"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If someone you know and love is retiring, you have plenty to celebrate. Their career legacy is likely full of years of hard work, dedication, and plenty of milestones. You\u2019ll want to throw a party that highlights all of their achievements in their field and looks forward to the relaxing years to come. But before you pull off a perfect <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/retirement-party\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">retirement party<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you need to send out the invitations. In order to make sure your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/party-cards-stationery\/retirement--everyday-party-invitations\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">retirement party invites<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are just right for the occasion, make sure to check out our retirement invitation wording guide below.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jump to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"#What to Include in Retirement Party Invitations\">What to Include in Retirement Party Invitations<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"#Retirement Party Invitation Wording Guidelines\">Retirement Party Invitation Wording Guidelines<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"#Retirement Invitation Template and Invite Ideas\">Retirement Invitation Template and Invite Ideas<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a name=\"What to Include in Retirement Party Invitations\"><\/a>What to Include in Retirement Party Invitations<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When sending retirement party invitations, you want to make sure everyone is clear on the details. You don&#8217;t want anyone confused on things like the dress code, or worse, the time of the event. Make sure all of your retirement party invitation basics are covered by checking off each of the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Date\/Time: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to give all invitees enough time reschedule plans so they can make the party. Plan to send invites out at least three weeks in advance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Location:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Where is the party located? If it\u2019s a difficult to reach area, you\u2019ll probably want to include directions as well as an address.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Reason for Party:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Make it clear from the beginning that it\u2019s a retirement party. Otherwise, you might have confused guests showing up with a birthday present.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Honoree\u2019s Name: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Including the honoree\u2019s name in writing will help less familiar guests ensure they have correct spelling so they know <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/what-to-write-in-a-retirement-card\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what to write in a retirement card<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>What to Wear:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Is the party a black tie or casual affair? Is there a themed costume? Make sure to include these details on the card so that no attendee comes underdressed. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>What to (or not to) Bring:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Make sure to designate \u201cNo gifts\u201d on your invite if you don\u2019t want a pile of presents to bring home after the party.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Any Other Details: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you asking guests to donate to the honoree\u2019s favorite cause? Or maybe you want to designate the party as an adults only space. Or you might want to request guests to RSVP. Either way, make sure it\u2019s clear on the invitation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for additional guidance, you can follow our other guide on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/important-information-to-include-on-party-invitations\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">important information to include on party invitations. <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a name=\"Retirement Party Invitation Wording Guidelines\"><\/a>Retirement Party Invitation Wording Guidelines<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The wording of your retirement party invitations will vary depending on the party itself. If it\u2019s a casual party with close friends in the retiree\u2019s backyard, the invitation should match that tone. On the other hand, if the party is a formal affair, you\u2019ll want to convey that formality on the invitation. By matching the wording to the tone of the party, guests will know what to expect and can dress accordingly. Follow the advice below for invitation wording tips, and then check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/party-invitation-wording\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">party invitation wording<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> guide for additional help.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wording For Formal Invitations<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address invitees by their titles and last names. Start the invitation with a greeting such as \u201cPlease join us for a retirement dinner honoring John Smith.\u201d Use polite, clear wording in your invitations and a formal sign off like \u201cSincerely,\u201d at the end. Then make sure to sign your name.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wording For Casual Invitations<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First names are fine for casual invitations to parties for friends. Casual invitations can either be short and sweet, humorous, or anything that matches the honoree\u2019s personality. These invitations still need all the basic information, but there\u2019s more leeway for the wording style. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a name=\"Retirement Invitation Template and Invite Ideas\"><\/a>Retirement Invitation Template and Invite Ideas<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re specifically looking for wording templates for your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/everyday-party-invitations?categoryCode=1086381\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">retirement party invitations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, look no further. We\u2019ve provided wording examples for different types of retirement parties below. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Retirement Party Invitation Wording Funny<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He\u2019s (finally) made it official!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Come help us celebrate Alan\u2019s retirement<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturday, June 16th, at 5pm<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Alan\u2019s new office (his home)<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2354 Woodward Way,<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stockton, CA<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope to see you there!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Army Retirement Invitation Wording<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Ease! Stan\u2019s Finally Retired!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join us for a retirement party this Sunday<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beers and Barbeque<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1274 Stockton Avenue at 5pm <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hope you can join us!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teacher Retirement Invitation Wording Ideas<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">School\u2019s Out Forever!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join us for Sheril\u2019s Retirement Party<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Her Morgan Hills Home<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1859 Berry Road<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At 5pm on May 21st <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In lieu of gifts please consider donating to your local schools!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work Retirement Party Invitation Wording<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marcy Ramos is Retiring!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join us in celebration of fifteen years of hard work<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a valued team member of our company<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At our Headquarters, Conference Room A<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">193880 North Park, Seattle<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">March 14th, at 4pm<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No RSVP required!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Retirement Open House Invitation Wording<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s time to party!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Come join us for an open house<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Celebrating Nancy\u2019s retirement<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This Saturday at 5pm<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At our home<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">985 Turtle Road, Portland<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For wine, cheese, and time spent with friends<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope to see you there!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Retirement Tea Invitation Wording<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please join us for Afternoon Tea<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Honoring the Retirement of Rachel Meyers<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturday, April 5th<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From 2pm to 4pm<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Bristol Tea Lounge <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">176 Highwater Road, NH<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sunday Dress Attire Requested<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please RSVP by March 20th<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RSVPs: evelyn@gmail.com<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Formal Retirement Invitation Wording<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please join us to celebrate <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Griffin\u2019s retirement from his law practice<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Celebratory Dinner <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturday, June Twelfth \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">two thousand nineteen <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">six o\u2019clock in the evening <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Orchard Patio<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1245 Olson Avenue,<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York, New York<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">R.S.V.P. by May fifteenth <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">345-387-3283<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional Retirement Invitation Wording Resources<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you liked this guide on retirement invitation wording and you\u2019re looking for additional similar resources, we\u2019ve got you covered. Make sure to check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/dinner-invitation-wording\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dinner invitation wording<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> guide for your every day party invitations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And If you\u2019re looking for the perfect retirement party favors to give to guests after the celebration, consider favors as personalized as the invitations, such as custom <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/personalized-gifts\/bottle-openers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bottle openers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/personalized-gifts\/pint-glass\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pint glasses<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/personalized-gifts\/champagne-flutes\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">champagne flutes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If someone you know and love is retiring, you have plenty to celebrate. 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