Unique wedding invitations

Facebook the immensely popular Internet site primarily for students has begun to allow members and amateur Internet designers to add applications such as Pirates vs. Ninjas, iLike, Horoscopes and much more. Although these applications seem pointless to some, it is an older feature that is changing the social landscape of Facebook.

Most Facebook users are familiar with the Events section of Facebook, where party invitations go out thousands of times daily. However, invitations to weddings are now becoming popular on the Web site.

Weddings are considered a romantic joining of two hearts, and the tradition of sending out beautifully designed invitations with the adorable little RSVP cards seems to be being replaced by the Facebook phenomenon.

The growing Facebook obsession could be the cause of the disappearing mail. However, it seems that the invitation is being sent via Facebook because the wedding party knows for sure how to reach their friends and family.

It is much cheaper to use the personal site to invite guests, but the convenience is undeniable. People move and it is difficult to keep up with various addresses, whereas Facebook keeps friends just a click away.

In addition, licking envelopes and stamps seems obsolete to being able to type a quick description of the ceremony and the location. Instead of writing addresses, a list of all the couple's friends pop up and all the wedding party has to do is click on a name and an invitation will be sent immediately. Then the invitee just has to click "Attending" and the couple receives word within seconds that one of their friends will be there for their special day.

Unless something dire happens to the site, it is conceivable that invitations will continue to be replaced by Events on Facebook. Especially since many older people are now joining the Facebook community, making it easy for older siblings, parents and even grandparents to be receive invitations to their family member's wedding.

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