I've heard this question so many times and no one seems to be sure of the answer. When mailing wedding invitations, what do you do with the tissue inside? Where does it go? And what about the gold sticker/seal - on inside envelope or outside mailing envelope?

Tissue paper is placed over the engraving or printing. Or, the tissue paper can be discarded and not used, as this is an old custom which was used to prevent smearing of ink. If the invitations contain several enclosures, the proper order of placement is as follows: The non-gummed envelope contains the invitation along with the other enclosures and is placed in the outer envelope so it faces the flap. Response cards are tucked inside the invitation and, if needed, include a map. Be sure it is a clear reproduction on good quality paper. This also belongs inside the invitation with the other enclosures. Enclosures can also be placed directly on top of the invitation, inside the inner envelope. If you have a gold sticker/seal it would go on the back of the outside envelope.