Second Wedding Ceremony Invitations

Q: I was recently married and we pretty much eloped. My mother performed the ceremony and I had my immediate family there. We are now planning a "ceremony" for the rest of the friends and family. What is the proper way to do it? Should I send out formal invitations?

A: I would certainly send out invitations for this new ceremony. I'd let your guests know that as an extension of a previous intimate ceremony, you'd like to be joined by your loved ones for a reunion of love. That's a suggestion on how you can word it, but certainly, the invitations sent out would be a nice touch. This is not at all unusual, either, so people won't be taken by surprise. I hope this helps!