Wedding Invitation Wording: 13 Examples You Can Copy
The right words set the tone for your day before guests even arrive. Below are ready-to-use examples for every style — just swap in your names, date and venue.
In short
- ✓Every invitation needs: who is hosting, the couple's names, date and time, venue, and how and by when to RSVP.
- ✓Formal wording spells out dates and times; casual wording can be short and warm.
- ✓Put extra details — dress code, children, accommodation — in separate lines or sections, not in the main text.
- ✓On a digital invitation, the RSVP button and the map replace the reply card and the directions insert.
What to include
- •The hosts — the couple, one or both families, or everyone together.
- •The couple's names (first names are enough for casual events).
- •Date and time, and the venue with its city.
- •Reception details if it's in a different place or starts later.
- •The RSVP deadline.
- •Optional: dress code, children policy, website or registry, accommodation.
Formal and traditional
Hosted by the bride's parents
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Johnson request the honour of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Emily Rose to Jacob Michael Carter, Saturday, the twelfth of September, two thousand twenty-seven, at four o'clock in the afternoon, St. Patrick's Church, San Francisco. Reception to follow.
Hosted by both families
Together with their families, Emily Johnson and Jacob Carter invite you to celebrate their marriage on Saturday, September 12, 2027, at 4 p.m., The Fairmont, San Francisco.
Hosted by the couple
Emily Johnson and Jacob Carter request the pleasure of your company at their wedding, Saturday, the twelfth of September, at four o'clock. The Fairmont, San Francisco. Dinner and dancing to follow.
Casual and modern
Short and warm
Emily & Jacob are getting married! Join us on September 12 at 4 p.m. at The Fairmont, San Francisco, for vows, dinner and a lot of dancing.
Modern
We said yes. Now we'd love you to say yes too. Emily & Jacob · 09.12.2027 · San Francisco.
Fun
Eat, drink and be married! Celebrate with Emily & Jacob on Saturday, September 12, at The Fairmont. Comfortable shoes recommended.
Special situations
Destination wedding
Pack your bags! Emily & Jacob are getting married in Santorini on June 5, 2027. Please RSVP by February 1 so we can help with travel and hotel details.
Small or intimate wedding
We're keeping our wedding small and we'd love you to be part of it. Join Emily & Jacob for an intimate ceremony and dinner on September 12 at 5 p.m.
Adults-only
We love your little ones, but our celebration will be adults-only. Thank you for understanding — we hope you enjoy a night off with us!
Reception only / later celebration
Emily & Jacob were married in a private ceremony. Please join us for a celebration of their marriage on Saturday, October 3, at 7 p.m., The Rooftop at Pier 17, New York.
RSVP lines
Classic
Kindly reply by August 15.
Digital
Please RSVP by August 15 using the button below — it only takes a minute.
With a seat count
We have reserved 2 seats in your honour. Please let us know by August 15.
Frequently asked questions
Should I write the date in words?
On formal invitations, yes ("Saturday, the twelfth of September"). On casual or digital invitations, numbers are perfectly fine and easier to read on a phone.
Who should be listed as the host?
Traditionally whoever pays for the wedding. Today many couples simply write "Together with their families", which includes everyone.
Where do I mention the registry?
Not in the main invitation text. Add it to a separate section or your wedding website; on a digital invitation you can include a gift section.
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