Finding the right words for a wedding invitation can be harder than choosing the design. The wording needs to share the essential details, match the tone of the celebration, and sometimes handle delicate situations like who is hosting or whether children are invited. Below are wording examples you can adapt for any style, from black-tie to backyard.

What Every Wedding Invitation Needs

1. Who is hosting (optional, traditional invitations include it). 2. The couple’s names. 3. The request line, such as “request the pleasure of your company”. 4. Date and time. 5. Venue name and city. 6. Reception details, if different. 7. RSVP information, often on a separate card or website.

Formal Wedding Invitation Wording

1. “Mr. and Mrs. James Carter request the honour of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Emily Rose to Daniel Lee.” 2. “Together with their families, Sarah Kim and Michael Tan request the honour of your presence at their marriage.” 3. “The pleasure of your company is requested at the marriage of Anna Lopez and David Brown.” 4. “With joy in their hearts, the families of Aisha and Omar invite you to celebrate their marriage.” 5. “Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hall and Mr. and Mrs. Peter Young request the honour of your presence at the marriage of their children Lily and Thomas.” 6. “Kindly join us as we unite in marriage, Grace Miller and Henry Wilson.” 7. “Your presence is requested at the wedding of Claire Evans and Samuel Wright.” 8. “With gratitude for the love that brought them together, Nina and Arif invite you to their wedding celebration.”

Casual and Relaxed Wording

9. “Join us as we tie the knot!” 10. “We’re getting married and we want you there!” 11. “Come celebrate love, laughter, and happily ever after with Mia and Jake.” 12. “Two hearts, one love, and a really good party. Join us!” 13. “Eat, drink, and be married. Celebrate with Ella and Ryan.” 14. “We said yes! Now come say cheers with us.” 15. “Our favorite people are invited to our favorite day.” 16. “Grab your dancing shoes: Leah and Chris are getting married.”

Modern and Minimal Wording

17. “Emma & Lucas. Getting married. 12.06.2027. Bali.” 18. “Save your appetite and your dance moves. Zoe and Ben, married.” 19. “A celebration of love. Hannah and Kevin.” 20. “Begin forever with us.” 21. “Two names, one date, one promise.” 22. “You are invited to the wedding of Rina and Dimas.”

Fun and Playful Wording

23. “Love is sweet. So is cake. Join us for both.” 24. “Finally! Kate and Sam are making it official.” 25. “Ten years, two cats, and one big question later: we’re getting married.” 26. “Put a ring on it. Then come party with us.” 27. “The adventure begins. Bring your appetite.” 28. “Warning: excessive dancing ahead.”

Wording When Parents Are Hosting

29. “Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Wong invite you to celebrate the marriage of their son Kevin to Alicia Tan.” 30. “The parents of the bride and groom request the pleasure of your company.” 31. “Together with their parents, Maya and Raka invite you to their wedding.”

Reception-Only and Destination Wording

32. “Please join us for a reception in celebration of the recent marriage of Lisa and Tom.” 33. “We eloped! Now let’s party. Join us for dinner and dancing.” 34. “Pack your bags: we’re getting married in Lombok, and we want you there.” 35. “Join us under the Tuscan sun for the wedding of Olivia and Marco.”

Adults-Only and No-Gifts Requests

36. “We love your little ones, but this celebration is adults only.” 37. “Kindly note that our celebration is reserved for adults.” 38. “Your presence is the only gift we need.” 39. “No gifts, please. Just bring your love and dancing shoes.” 40. “If you wish to honour us with a gift, a contribution to our honeymoon fund would be appreciated.”

RSVP Card Wording

41. “Kindly respond by the first of May.” 42. “Please reply by June 10. ___ accepts with pleasure / ___ declines with regret.” 43. “Will you be there? Let us know by April 15.” 44. “Can’t wait to celebrate with you! RSVP by March 1.” 45. “We have reserved ___ seats in your honour.” 46. “Please RSVP on our wedding website.”

Save-the-Date Wording

47. “Save the date for the wedding of Nadia and Farhan.” 48. “Mark your calendar: we’re getting married!” 49. “Hold the date. Formal invitation to follow.” 50. “It’s official! Save the date.” 51. “Love, laughter, and happily ever after. Save the date.”

Thank-You Card Wording

52. “Thank you for sharing our special day.” 53. “Your love and support mean the world to us.” 54. “Thank you for celebrating with us and for your generous gift.” 55. “Our wedding was more beautiful because you were there.”

Short Lines for Signs and Details

56. “Welcome to our happily ever after.” 57. “Find your seat, then find the dance floor.” 58. “Love is sweet: take a treat.” 59. “Leave a wish for the newlyweds.” 60. “Cheers to love!”

Fonts for Wedding Invitations

The wording sets the tone; the fonts make it beautiful. Elegant scripts such as Dephiana, Cipthayasa, and Kaibon are lovely for names, while Andhyta and Albertiny add a personal, handwritten touch. Pair your script with a simple font for the details so dates and addresses stay easy to read. For more pairing ideas, see the importance of typography in graphic design.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is “honour” or “honor” correct on invitations?

Both are correct. “Honour” is the British spelling and is traditionally used on formal invitations, while “honor” is the American spelling.

Should the bride’s name come first?

Traditionally yes, but modern couples often choose the order that sounds best or alternate it on different stationery.

How early should invitations be sent?

Commonly six to eight weeks before the wedding, and earlier for destination weddings. Save-the-dates are often sent several months in advance.