Wedding Invitation Wording Examples and Guide
Find the Perfect Wording for Your Wedding Invitations
Writing your wedding invitation wording can feel like a daunting task do you go formal or casual? Include your parents’ names or just your own? Add a poem or keep it simple? Here I have compiled this guide will help you choose the right words to match the tone of your day.
From classic and formal to relaxed and personal, we’ve put together a selection of wedding invitation wording examples to help inspire your perfect match.
Tips for Writing Your Wedding Invitation Wording
When planning your wedding invitation wording, it’s important to start with who’s hosting – traditionally, this means listing the names of the parents or families first, but many modern couples choose to host and word their invitations themselves.
Be sure to include all the essentials such as the wedding date, ceremony time, venue location and reception details so guests have everything they need. The tone of your invitation should match your wedding style whether you’re going for formal, relaxed, or themed.
Don’t forget to add RSVP information and a dress code to make it easy for guests to reply and come prepared.
Most importantly, your wedding invitation should reflect your unique story and style so personalise your wording to create something that reflects both of you.
Traditional wording from the one set of parents
This classic format is ideal for formal weddings hosted by one set of parents:
Mr. and Mrs. Person 1’s Parents’ Full Names
request the honour of your presence
at the marriage of
Person 1’s Full Name
to
Person 2’s Full Name
on Day of the Week,
the Date of Month
at Time
at Venue Name, Address
Reception to followDress: Style
Invitation wording from both sets of parents
Perfect for families sharing in the hosting duties:
Together with their families,
Person 1’s Full Name and Person 2’s Full Name
invite you to celebrate their marriage
on Date at Time
Venue Name, Address
Reception to follow
Dress code: Style
Invitation wording from the couple
Ideal for couples hosting their own wedding or preferring a modern tone:
Person 1 and Person 2
joyfully invite you to share in their celebration of love and commitment
on Day, Date
at Time
Venue Name, Address
Reception to follow
Dress: Style
Casual wedding invitation wording
Keep things simple, friendly and heartfelt with casual wording:
Let’s Celebrate!
Join us, Person 1 & Person 2,
as we say “I do!”
Day, Date | Time
Venue Name, Address
Food, drinks & dancing to follow
Ceremony and Reception Invitations in One
Keep things simple, friendly and heartfelt with casual wording:
Person 1 and Person 2
invite you to witness and celebrate their marriage
on Date at Time
Venue Name, Address
Celebration to follow at the same location
Dress: Style
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