Wedding Invitation Wording 

While the tone and style of a wedding may vary, the purpose of wedding wording and etiquette remains consistent: 

to facilitate communication, show respect for individual preferences, create a welcoming atmosphere, acknowledge guests' participation, and minimize confusion. 

By embracing these principles, couples can ensure that their wedding celebration reflects their unique vision while still honoring the importance of clear communication and respectful interaction.

When it comes to wedding invitation wording, they're typically crafted by those hosting the celebration. This could be the bride's parents, the couple themselves, or the groom's parents.

Typically, the bride and groom lead the way in selecting the invitation design, while the hosting party often contributes to the wording and assists in sending out the invitations, aligning with their role and connection to the wedding. 

This collaborative approach ensures that the invitations reflect the shared vision of all involved, fostering a sense of unity and celebration.

Navigating the diverse range of invitation wording, spanning from formal to casual, can feel overwhelming. Below, we offer several examples to streamline your decision-making process of the feeling you want to portray and help you in selecting a style that aligns perfectly with your preferences.  

 

Parents of the Bride

Formal Example BF-1

We cordially Invite you to join in the celebration of Love 

When our daughter, Alicia Jean

will be joined in holy matrimony with

Christopher Jay Langley

on the seventh of August

Two thousand twenty six

at two o'clock in the afternoon

in the First Baptist Church

Denver, Colorado

Reception following immediately after

At the Briggon Palace Hotel

Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Cassen

Parents of the Bride

Formal Example BF-2

Mr. and Mrs Raymond Teterson

Humbly request your presence

to witness the holy union 

of their beloved daughter

Chelsea Teterson

To

Larry Gordon

the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Gordon

on Saturday, the 5th of  October

two thousand twenty four

at one o'clock in the afternoon

in the Cascade Green Garden

Knoxville, Tennessee

Parents of the Bride

Casual Example BC-1

Please join us

For a celebration of love, friendship, laughter and family

as our daughter

Sheila Wilson

and

Terry Cordanski

Join their hands together in marraige,

Friday, March 15, 2025

1 o'clock in the afternoon

in the First United Church

Nashville, Tennessee

 

Champagne and dessert reception to follow

Parents of the Bride

Casual Example BC-2

Please join our family 

on the joyous occasion

when our daughter, Lynda

will be married to Michael Kortely

on Saturday, June 21 

at 3 o'clock 

Two thousand twenty five

All Saints Church

Los Angeles, California

Dinner to follow 

Park Royale Hotel

14559 Pacific Coast Road

Marina del Rey

 

Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Greyson

Parents of the Groom

Formal Example GF-1

Mr. and Mrs. Terrance Leroy

request the honor of your presence

at the marriage of their son Christopher

to Courtney Nalliti

daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stephan Nalliti

Sunday, the Ninth of August

Two thousand and twenty five 

at five o'clock in the evening

St. Mary of Mercy Church,

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Reception to follow 

At Fairmont Pittsburgh Hotel

Parents of the Groom

Formal Example GF-2

Mr. Brandon Estile & Mrs. Crystal Estile

request the honor of your presence

at the marriage of their son Adam Estile

to Brittany Andrews

daughter of Mr. Barry Jon & Mrs. Diane Jon

Sunday, the seventh of September

Two thousand and twenty five

at five o'clock in the evening

in the Trinity Church

Knoxville, Tennessee

Be with us on this very special day

when our families are joined together

by the unconditional love and undying trust that our children share.

Parents of the Groom

Casual Example GC-1

Mr. and Mrs. Bob Johns, parents of the groom,

Invite you to share in the joy as their son,

Phillip Johns exchanges vows with

Charity Williams

on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 4:00 pm

Generations Church, Cleveland, Tennessee

Join us for a celebration after the ceremony 

at the Fairmont Hotel, Cleveland TN

Parents of the Groom

Casual Example GC-2

Mr. and Mrs. Felix Del Torres

Invite you to share with them the joy

of the marriage of Rebbeca Ferralys

To their son Bryan Del Torres

on Friday, November 22, 2025

at the  Crown Plaza Hotel

Nashville, Tennessee

1453 Fort Crown Road,

Nashville, Tennessee

Bride & Groom 

Formal BG-1

Kaleb Marx and Amelia Edwards

Request the honor of your presence

At their union of holy matrimony

on Saturday, the third of August

two thousand and twenty four

at one o'clock in the afternoon

in the Freedom Church of Christ

Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada

Reception to follow

at the Park Place Hotel

Bride & Groom

Formal BG-2

Stacey Liberman and Josh Krestein

Invite you to share their joy as they

 celebrate their marriage

Saturday, April the fifth

Two thousand twenty five

Ceremony at four o'clock in the afternoon

at the Redemption Church

Raleigh, North Carolina

Reception to follow 

at the Grand Hotel

Raleigh, North Carolina

 

Bride & Groom

Casual BG-3

We shall live in harmony 

Founded by love and trust

from here until the last days of our lives

We, Dean Adams & Melissa Stephans

Invite you to share in the joy of our Marraige 

3 pm in the afternoon

Saturday Oct 26, 2024

The Japanese Gardens

Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada

Reception to follow

The Barn at Gordon Farms

 

Bride & Groom

Casual BG-4

We are getting married

Susan Griffin & Louis Harden

Please join us as we celebrate

Saturday March 8, 2025

Ceremony 3:00 pm

The Marriot Hotel Ballroom A

Sanford, North Carolina

Reception to follow

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