Wedding Card Tips, Wording Examples & Etiquette
Writing a wedding card or designing your wedding invitations may feel like a small detail, but it sets the tone for the big day. Whether you’re celebrating someone else’s wedding or preparing for your own, it’s important to get the wording right.
This guide breaks down what to write in a wedding card, how to word a formal or informal wedding invitation, and includes sample invitation wording examples using phrases like:
- “Bride & Groom cordially invite you to their wedding ceremony.”
- “Dinner and dancing to follow”
- “Guests are encouraged to dress in formal attire while keeping in mind that we are planning an outdoor ceremony.”
What to Write in a Wedding Card
If you’re writing a wedding card to the couple, keep it thoughtful, sincere, and simple. Whether you’re a friend, family member, or co-worker, include these key elements:
1. A Short Congratulations Message
- “Congratulations on your wedding!”
- “Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness.”
2. A Personal Note or Memory
- “It’s been a joy to watch your relationship grow.”
- “I’ll never forget the day you two met.”
3. A Positive Wish for the Future
- “May your marriage be full of laughter, strength, and love.”
- “Here’s to building a beautiful life together.”
Optional Additions
- A favorite quote about love or marriage
- A specific gift mention (if applicable)
- A blessing (if religious or culturally appropriate)
How to Word a Wedding Invitation
Your wedding invitation should clearly communicate the key details, while matching the tone of your wedding — formal, casual, or somewhere in between.
Use these formatting guidelines and wedding invitation wording examples to get started.
1. Opening Line (Host or Couple’s Names)
Most modern invitations start with the couple’s names or “Together with their families.”
Examples:
- “Together with their families, Bride & Groom joyfully request the pleasure of your company.”
- “As we, Bride’s Full Name & Groom’s Full Name, get married!”
Note: Replace “Bride & Groom” with your actual names.
2. Ceremony Invitation Line
This line formally invites your guests to attend.
Examples:
- “Bride & Groom cordially invite you to their wedding ceremony.”
- “You are invited to celebrate the beginning of our new life together.”
3. Wedding Date, Time, and Venue Details
List the full date and time, followed by the venue name and complete address.
Example:
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Ceremony at 5:00 PM
The Vale
200 E Phillips St, Conroe, TX 77301
Dinner and dancing to follow
