Wording for Wedding Invites

When it comes to your big day, your wedding stationery is one of the first glimpses your guests will have of the style, tone, and formality of your celebration. But getting the wording right can feel daunting — especially when you want to make sure every detail is clear, polite, and personal!

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to word your wedding invitations, with tips that work beautifully for concertina invitations, gatefold invitations, and all types of wedding stationery.

💌 Wedding Invitation Wording: The Essentials

No matter what style of stationery you choose, here’s what your invitation needs to include:

✅ Who’s hosting? (e.g. the couple, parents, or both)
✅ Names of the couple
✅ The date and time of the ceremony
✅ The venue(s)
✅ Reception details (if different location)
✅ RSVP instructions

👉 Tip: For concertina invitations, the structured layout makes it easy to separate this info onto different panels — and with a detachable RSVP card, guests can reply easily via post!

✍ Traditional vs. Modern Wedding Wording

Traditional (formal)

Mr and Mrs John Smith request the pleasure of your company at the marriage of their daughter
Emily Rose Smith to Mr James Thomas Jones
on Saturday 14th June 2025 at 1:00pm
at St Mary’s Church, York
followed by a reception at The Orangery, Settrington

Modern (casual)

Together with their families
Emily & James invite you to celebrate their marriage
Saturday 14 June 2025 at 1pm
St Mary’s Church, York
Reception to follow at The Orangery, Settrington

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🌙 Wording for Day Guests vs. Evening Guests

💫 Day invitation wording example:

We would love for you to join us to celebrate our marriage
on Saturday 14th June 2025
Ceremony at 1:00pm, St Mary’s Church, York
Reception to follow at The Orangery, Settrington

💫 Evening invitation wording example:

We would love you to join us for an evening of celebration
on Saturday 14th June 2025 from 7:00pm
at The Orangery, Settrington

👉 Tip: If you’re using gatefold invitations, you can dedicate one panel to a timeline of events so guests know the structure of the day!

💌 RSVP Wording Ideas (Perfect for Concertina RSVP Cards!)

🎉 Formal RSVP wording:

Kindly reply by 1st May 2025
M__________________________
Accepts with pleasure / Declines with regret

🎉 Modern RSVP wording:

Please let us know by 1 May 2025
Name(s): _____________________
[ ] Can’t wait! / [ ] Sorry to miss it

👉 Tip: Your concertina invitation’s detachable RSVP card is the perfect place to include song requests, or any special requirements too.

🌿 Extra Tips for Perfect Wedding Stationery Wording

✨ Keep it clear — avoid too much flowery language if it risks confusing the key details.
✨ Double-check names, dates, venues and spelling!
✨ Include a separate details card (or panel) for things like dress code, directions, accommodation.
✨ If you’re having a child-free wedding, politely note: “We kindly request no children at our ceremony and reception.”

✨ Final Thoughts

Your wedding stationery sets the scene for your special day — and getting the wording right helps your guests feel informed and excited. Whether you choose concertina wedding invitations with detachable RSVP cards, elegant gatefold invitations, or a completely separate suite, the key is to reflect your style as a couple.

💌 Need help with wording or design? We’re always happy to guide you — just get in touch and we can create something perfect for your wedding day.

Wording for Wedding Invites: A Guide to Getting It Right