Text ideas for a wedding invitation that reflects your personality
Your wedding is coming up and it's time to take care of the invitations. Get started!
Be creative: your wedding invitation is an opportunity to show your unique personality and style. Don't be afraid to add original elements to make it stand out and personalised.
Start by formulating the text for the invitation. Then choose the layout, photos or illustrations to enhance the final result.
Chic or country style, bohemian, classic or retro... The choice is yours! It is important to choose a style of invitation that reflects your style and personality, as well as the atmosphere of your wedding.
Do not hesitate to take the extra time to do some research and to ask your partner's opinion before making your decision.
Chic wedding invitation text ideas
Your invitation announces an elegant wedding, a refined atmosphere, with good quality decorations, a prestigious reception hall and guests dressed in a chic and elegant way.
"[name of the bride] & [name of the groom] are pleased to invite you to their wedding on [date and time] at [location]. After the ceremony, the families will be pleased to welcome you for the wine of honour served in [location]. Please respond before [date of response].
Mrs. [name of the bride's mother], Mr. [name of the bride's father].
Mrs. [name of groom's mother], Mr. [name of groom's father]
are pleased to announce the wedding of [name of the bride] and [name of the groom]. Their union will be officiated by Father [name of the priest] in the Church of the Trinity on [date and time of the religious ceremony]. After the ceremony, a reception will be held in honour of the bride and groom at the chateau of [name of reception venue]. Response expected by [date of response].
Traditional wedding invitation text ideas
This style of card invitation is usually elegant and formal, with neat fonts and classic designs such as roses or foliage.
"We are very pleased to announce that our wedding will take place on [date] at [location]. We hope that you will be able to join us to celebrate this very important event for us."
"We are delighted to invite you to our wedding on [date] at [location]. We would be happy to have you join us to share this memorable event."
"We are delighted to announce that our wedding will take place on [date] at [location]. We hope you can join us to celebrate this special day with us."
"We are honoured to invite you to our wedding on [date] at [location]. We would be delighted to have you with us to share this unforgettable event."
Country wedding announcement text ideas
This style highlights the authenticity and natural grace, with motifs such as wild flowers, leaves and branches.
"We have chosen to celebrate our union in a rural setting, far from the city and its noise. We will be surrounded by nature and greenery, and we hope you will join us to share this unforgettable day.
Vintage wedding invitation text ideas
If you have a soft spot for old or retro things, you could go for a vintage style design for your invitation. This style can be characterised by vintage patterns and colours, as well as vintage fonts. Here are some quotes you can use to set the vintage tone of your text.
"Marriage is the alliance of one heart with another heart, the mixing of two lives, the fusion of two souls." - Elbert Hubbard
"Marriage is a long journey for two, on an unknown sea." - Honore de Balzac
"The wedding is a fairy tale where the sweet and sour prince turns into a frog." - Edgar Allan Poe
"Marriage is the most beautiful day of life, the first day of a lifetime of happiness." - Alphonse de Lamartine
"Marriage is the union of two people who love, support and accept each other as they are." - Marilyn Monroe
"Marriage is the greatest adventure of them all, the union of two hearts for life." - Jane Austen
"We are very pleased to announce that our wedding will take place on [date] at [location]. We hope you will be able to join us to celebrate this important event for us."
"My Mum and Dad love each other very much. To make it last forever, they are getting married. Mum will be the most beautiful bride and my Dad will be dressed as a gentleman for the occasion. Come and join us all on [date and place], it will be a great party! I'm so proud of my parents!"
"We, [husband's first name] and [wife's first name], are pleased to announce our union. On our wedding day, we will celebrate love and life, with our family and dearest friends. We invite you to join us to celebrate this special event, on [date] at [place of ceremony], and to share with us this special day. We hope you will be with us, to celebrate this love with us."
Bohemian wedding invitation text ideas
This style of invitation is ideal for bohemian or casual weddings, with floral motifs and details such as feathers or pearls.
"We found love, true love, the kind that lasts forever, and we decided to celebrate it by getting married. We hope you can share this moment with us, to celebrate our love and happiness."
"Our love is like a ray of sunshine, shining brightly and warming our hearts. We have decided to celebrate it by getting married, and we hope you can be there to share this moment with us."
Destination-themed wedding invitation text ideas
If you chose to have your wedding in an exotic holiday location, you could opt for a wedding invitation that reflects this destination setting. This style can include designs that are reminiscent of your wedding location, such as palm trees or waves, as well as colours that match the atmosphere of your destination.
"We are pleased to announce that we are getting married on the beach at [name of beach] and we would love for you to share this special moment with us. We will be celebrating our love at [time] under the pine trees and look forward to a festive cocktail party on the marina afterwards. The weather of happiness is set to be great! See you soon!"
"We have chosen a magical place to celebrate our love and we would like you to be there to share this day with us. Join us at [date and time] at the [location] to participate in our wedding ceremony in this enchanting setting, full of memories that are so precious to us. We will then invite you to a dinner under the stars."
Text ideas for a civil partnership announcement
"We are pleased to invite you to celebrate our civil partnership, which marks the formalisation of our union and our mutual commitment. We will be happy to share this moment with you and to celebrate our love in your company. You are cordially invited to attend the ceremony and the reception that will follow. We hope you will join us for this important event in our commitment as a couple."
"We have decided to formalise our love and commitment by getting into a partnership! And we want you to witness this magical moment. Join us to celebrate our union and share this unforgettable day with us."
"We are happy to announce our next civil partnership! We have chosen to celebrate this event in a private gathering, surrounded by our loved ones. Meet us at [time] in the council room of the town hall of [town]. Joy will be in everyone's heart on this day!"