How to Word Your Wedding Invitations
When it comes to wedding planning, choosing your invitations is one of the most exciting (and slightly nerve-wracking) steps. But beyond picking the perfect paper and font, figuring out how to word your wedding invitations is just as important. The way you word your invitation sets the tone—formal, casual, romantic, or modern—and gives guests all the key details they need.
If you’re feeling stuck on what to say and how to say it, this guide will walk you through exactly how to word your wedding invitations. From the host line to RSVP details, with examples for every type of wedding.
What to Include on Your Wedding Invitations
No matter your wedding style, your invitation should include the following key pieces of information:
- Host line (Who’s hosting the wedding?)
- Request line (Inviting your guests to the event)
- Names of the couple
- Date and time
- Ceremony location
- Reception details (if applicable)
- Dress code (optional)
- RSVP instructions (usually on a separate card or wedding website)
Traditional Wedding Invitation Wording (Hosted by Parents)
Mr. and Mrs. John Smith
request the honour of your presence
at the marriage of their daughter
Emily Rose
to
Mr. Andrew James Carter
Saturday, the fifteenth of September
two thousand twenty-five
at four o’clock in the afternoon
St. Mary’s Chapel
Charleston, South Carolina
Reception to follow
💡 Tip: Use “honour” and “favour” (with the “u”) for more formal, traditional invites—especially if held in a house of worship.
Modern Wedding Invitation Wording (Couple Hosting)
Emily Rose Smith & Andrew Carter
joyfully invite you to their wedding
Saturday, September 15, 2025
at 4:00 PM
The Garden Venue
Santa Barbara, California
Dinner & dancing to follow
💡 Tip: You can keep it simple and still elegant—no need for overly formal language if it doesn’t match your vibe.
Casual Wedding Invitation Wording
You’re invited to the wedding of
Emily & Andrew
September 15, 2025
4:00 PM
The Barn at Willow Creek
Join us for dinner, drinks & dancing
💡 Tip: Perfect for rustic, backyard, or intimate weddings with a relaxed atmosphere.
Blended or Non-Traditional Family Wording
Together with their families
Emily Rose Smith
and
Andrew James Carter
invite you to celebrate their wedding
Saturday, September 15, 2025
at 4:00 PM
Reception to follow
💡 Tip: This works well if both families are involved, or if the couple is blending families and wants a united front.
Including Wedding Website & RSVP Info
If you’re using a wedding website, keep your main invite clean and add a small insert or corner line like:
For more details and to RSVP, visit:
www.yourwebsite.com
Or, if you’re going digital with RSVPs:
Kindly RSVP by August 15th at:
www.yourwebsite.com
Optional Details You Can Include
- Dress code: Formal attire, cocktail chic, beach casual
- Adults-only or kid-friendly notice
- QR code for directions or hotel info
- Accommodation info (usually better on an insert or your website)
Make It Yours
Your wedding invitation wording should reflect your style, your story, and your tone—whether that’s traditional and formal or lighthearted and playful. Stick to the essentials, don’t overthink it, and always have a second set of eyes proofread before you print!
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