Wedding Invitation Wording Ideas
Inspiration for your invitation suite
The wording on your invitation is one of the first things your guests will read — it sets the tone for everything that follows. Below, we've gathered a wide range of wording styles, from traditional and formal to warm and conversational, so you can find a starting point that feels like you. Every example uses placeholder names and details; simply send us your own wording once you've decided, and our designer will lay it out for you.
Traditional & Formal Wedding Invitation Wording
The classic choice for church weddings, formal venues, or couples who simply love timeless phrasing.
Request of the Honour
Alice M. Morgan
and
Gordon M. Bennett
request the honour of your presence
at their marriage
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
Together With Their Parents
Together with their parents
Alice M. Morgan
and
Gordon M. Bennett
invite you to share in the joy
of their marriage
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
Have Chosen the First Day
Alice M. Morgan
and
Gordon M. Bennett
have chosen the first day
of their new life together
as Saturday, the first of March
You are invited to share in their joy
as they exchange marriage vows
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
Pleasure of Your Company
Mr. and Mrs. James Morgan
request the pleasure of your company
at the marriage of their daughter
Alice
to
Gordon M. Bennett
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
Reception to follow
Wedding Invitation Wording From the Couple
Warm, personal wording that feels like it's coming directly from the two of you, rather than your families.
Please Celebrate With Us
Please celebrate with us
Alice M. Morgan
and
Gordon M. Bennett
as we begin our new life together
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
We Invite You
We invite you to be with us
on the occasion of a celebration of love,
when we,
Alice M. Morgan
and
Gordon M. Bennett
join together in marriage
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
A Day of Happy Beginnings
A fresh new day, and it is ours —
a day of happy beginnings,
when we,
Alice M. Morgan
and
Gordon M. Bennett
pledge our love as one
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
Our joy will be complete if you can join us.
We've Decided on Forever
We've decided on forever,
and forever begins when we,
Alice M. Morgan
and
Gordon M. Bennett
say "I do"
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
Two Lives, Two Hearts
Two lives, two hearts,
joined together in friendship,
united forever in love.
It is with joy that we,
Alice M. Morgan
and
Gordon M. Bennett
invite you to share in a celebration of love
as we exchange our marriage vows
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
Happily, We Two
Happily, we two,
Alice M. Morgan
and
Gordon M. Bennett
have chosen the first day
of our new life together
as Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
Modern & Unique Wedding Invitation Wording
A relaxed, friendly tone that suits casual venues, destination weddings, or couples who'd rather skip the formality altogether.
We're Getting Married!
We're getting married!
Alice & Gordon
invite you to join the celebration
Saturday, the first of March
three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury
London
Dinner and dancing to follow
Save the Date Already? Let's Make It Official
You've saved the date —
now let's make it official.
Alice Morgan
and
Gordon Bennett
are tying the knot
Saturday, the first of March
at three in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury, London
Come celebrate with us!
It's Happening
It's happening —
Alice
and
Gordon
are getting married, and we'd love for you to be there.
Saturday, the first of March
Three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury, London
Reception, dinner, and dancing to follow at Sandy Lane Country Club
The Adventure Begins
The adventure begins here.
Alice Morgan & Gordon Bennett
invite you to be part of their next chapter
as they say "I do"
Saturday, the first of March
Three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury, London
Religious Wedding Invitation Wording
For couples who'd like their faith reflected in their invitation wording, alongside the practical details.
With God's Blessing
With God's blessing on their union,
Alice M. Morgan
and
Gordon M. Bennett
invite you to witness the exchange of their
marriage vows
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
Two Becoming One
"Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother,
and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh."
Alice M. Morgan
and
Gordon M. Bennett
request your presence as they are united
in the sacrament of marriage
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
Wording From Both Families
A lovely option when both sets of parents are hosting, or when you'd like to acknowledge both families equally on the invitation.
Together With Our Families
Together with our families,
Alice M. Morgan
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Morgan
and
Gordon M. Bennett
son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bennett
invite you to celebrate our marriage
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
Two Families Joined
The Morgan and Bennett families
are delighted to invite you to celebrate
as
Alice
and
Gordon
are united in marriage
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
Wording When the Couple Is Hosting
When you're hosting the wedding yourselves, the wording can focus entirely on the two of you, without naming any parents at all.
Invite You to Join Them
Alice Morgan
and
Gordon Bennett
invite you to join them
as they exchange marriage vows
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury,
the corner of Christchurch Avenue
and Willesden Lane, London
Reception to follow
With Hearts Full of Love
With hearts full of love,
Alice Morgan
and
Gordon Bennett
invite you to join them
as they exchange vows
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury, London
A celebration of love, laughter,
and happily ever after to follow
Wording for Blended & Modern Families
Thoughtful ways to credit parents when families look a little different — divorced parents, stepparents, or a parent no longer with us.
Both Parents, Separate Lines
Mrs. Helen Morgan
and
Mr. James Morgan
request the honour of your presence
at the marriage of their daughter
Alice
to
Gordon M. Bennett
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury, London
Including a Stepparent
Alice Morgan
daughter of
Mrs. Helen Morgan and Mr. David Carter
and
Mr. James Morgan
invites you, together with
Gordon M. Bennett
to celebrate their marriage
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury, London
In Loving Memory
Alice Morgan
daughter of Mr. James Morgan
and the late Mrs. Helen Morgan
and
Gordon M. Bennett
invite you to share in their joy
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury, London
Both Parents Remarried
Mr. and Mrs. David Carter
and
Mr. and Mrs. James Morgan
request the honour of your presence
at the marriage of their daughter
Alice Morgan
to
Gordon M. Bennett
on Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Christ Church Brondesbury, London
Destination Wedding Invitation Wording
For weddings further afield, wording that builds a little excitement for the journey ahead — and gently signals that this will be a trip as much as a day.
Join Us Somewhere Beautiful
Alice Morgan
and
Gordon Bennett
are getting married, and we would love
for you to join us in Lake Como, Italy
Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
Villa Cimbrone, Ravello
Travel details to follow
A Wedding Worth the Trip
Pack your bags —
Alice
and
Gordon
are tying the knot in the Amalfi Coast
and would be honoured to have you there
Saturday, the first of March
Three o'clock in the afternoon
Villa Cimbrone, Ravello, Italy
Welcome dinner the evening before
Vow Renewal Invitation Wording
For couples celebrating an anniversary or reaffirming their commitment, with a tone that's typically a little more relaxed than a first wedding.
Still Saying Yes
Twenty-five years ago, we said "I do" —
and we'd say it again in a heartbeat.
Alice
and
Gordon Bennett
invite you to celebrate our
vow renewal and anniversary
Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
The Old Barn, Surrey
Dinner and dancing to follow
Renewing Our Promise
With love that's only grown stronger,
Alice
and
Gordon Bennett
invite you to join them as they
renew their wedding vows
Saturday, the first of March
at three o'clock in the afternoon
The Old Barn, Surrey
A small celebration to follow
Evening Reception Invitation Wording
For guests invited to the evening celebration only — a separate, shorter invitation that makes them feel warmly included without confusion about the ceremony arrangements.
Request the Pleasure
Mr. and Mrs. James Morgan
request the pleasure of your company
at an Evening Reception
to celebrate the marriage of their daughter
Alice
with
Gordon M. Bennett
to be held at
The Grand Hotel, Chester
on Saturday, the first of March
at seven-thirty in the evening
12 Roman Gardens
Chester
Following Their Marriage
Alice Morgan
and
Gordon Bennett
request the pleasure of your company
at a Reception following their marriage
to be held at
The Grand Hotel
Chester
on Saturday, the first of March
at seven-thirty in the evening
Would Like to Invite You
Emma Jones and Phillip Thomas
would like to invite you
to join them at an Evening Reception
to celebrate their marriage
The Grand Hotel
Chester
on Saturday, the first of March
at seven-thirty in the evening
Would Be Delighted
Mr. and Mrs. James Morgan
would like
to join them in celebrating
the marriage of their daughter
Alice
with
Gordon M. Bennett
at an Evening Reception
to be held at
The Grand Hotel, Chester
on Saturday, the first of March
at seven-thirty in the evening
Wedding Invitation Gift Wording
A single, gracious line — usually on a separate details card rather than the invitation itself — tells guests your wishes without any awkwardness.
No Gifts, Please
Your presence at our wedding
is the only present we need.
We kindly ask for no gifts.
Honeymoon Fund
Having you with us is gift enough,
but if you would like to give something,
a contribution towards our honeymoon
would be warmly appreciated.
A Charity Donation
In lieu of gifts,
we would be delighted if you would consider
a donation to [Charity Name],
a cause very close to our hearts.
Gift List
Your company is the greatest gift of all.
For those who have asked,
our gift list can be found
on our wedding website.
Thank You Card Wording
A simple, heartfelt note to send after your wedding — personalised with the gift or gesture you'd like to acknowledge.
With Sincere Thanks
With sincere thanks from
Alice and Gordon
for your Best Wishes
and most generous Gift
12 Roman Gardens
Chester
Thank You for Being There
With love and gratitude,
Alice and Gordon
thank you so much for celebrating
with us on our wedding day
and for your wonderful gift.
It means more than we can say.
Warm & Personal
Dear [Name],
Thank you so much for joining us
on our wedding day — it meant
the world to have you there.
Your gift was so thoughtful
and we are truly grateful.
With love,
Alice and Gordon
Simple & Classic
Alice and Gordon
wish to thank you sincerely
for your kind gift
and warm wishes
on the occasion of their marriage.
Once you've found wording you love, send it our way along with any details to be added or changed — our designer will prepare a digital proof for your approval before anything goes to print.
Frequently asked questions
What should a wedding invitation say?
Who is hosting, the couple's names, an invitation line, the date and time written out, and the venue and town; reception and RSVP details often go on a separate card.
Should I write “honour of your presence” or “pleasure of your company”?
“The honour of your presence” is traditional for ceremonies in a place of worship; “the pleasure of your company” suits civil venues and receptions.
Whose names come first on a wedding invitation?
Traditionally the hosts' names come first — often the bride's parents. When the couple hosts, their names lead, or use “together with their parents”.
How do I word an evening reception invitation?
Invite guests to “an evening reception to celebrate the marriage of…” and give the start time and venue — see the evening wording examples above.
Can you lay out our own wording?
Yes. Send your wording after ordering and our designer will lay it out; your proof arrives in 2–3 business days with up to three rounds of revisions.
When should wedding invitations be sent?
Usually three to five months before the wedding; send save the dates 10–12 months ahead.