Wedding Invitations6 min readBy MyIndiAura Editorial · Updated 6 November 2026

Wedding Invitation Wording in English

Plain, correct, personal English wording for wedding invitations, with formal, modern, and casual styles and the grammar mistakes to avoid.

Ready-to-use English wedding wording

Good English wedding wording is plain, correct and personal. Pick one tone, formal or relaxed, and keep it from the first line to the last. Below are complete lines for every style, from the most traditional to the most casual. Tap Copy, then replace the words in brackets.

Formal traditional wording

Best for traditional ceremonies, elder guests and printed cards. The parents host, and the wording uses "request the honour of your presence", the classic phrase for a religious ceremony.

Mr and Mrs [Father's name] [Surname] request the honour of your presence at the wedding of their daughter [Bride] with [Groom], son of Mr and Mrs [Parents' names], on [Day], [Date], at [Time], at [Venue], [City].
With the blessings of Lord Ganesha and our elders, we request the honour of your presence at the marriage of our son [Groom] with [Bride].
The [Surname] family cordially invites you to grace the wedding of [Bride] and [Groom] with your presence and blessings.
Your presence and blessings are requested at the auspicious wedding of [Bride] and [Groom], on [Date], at [Venue].
With hearts full of joy, Mr and Mrs [Surname] request the honour of your presence as their daughter [Bride] begins her new life with [Groom].

Formal modern wording

The most popular style today: warm and dignified, with both families named but the couple at the centre.

Together with their families, [Bride] and [Groom] invite you to celebrate their wedding on [Date] at [Venue], [City].
[Bride] and [Groom], along with their parents, request the pleasure of your company as they begin their life together.
With the blessings of their families, [Bride] and [Groom] joyfully invite you to their wedding celebrations.
Two families, one celebration. Join the [Surname] and [Surname] families for the wedding of [Bride] and [Groom].
We would be honoured to have you with us as [Bride] and [Groom] are married on [Date] in [City].

Warm and casual wording

For relaxed weddings, close friends and couples who want the invite to sound like them.

We're getting married! [Bride] and [Groom] would love you to celebrate with us on [Date] in [City].
It's happening. Two families, a lot of food, and the two of us saying yes. Come celebrate with us.
After [number] years of "so when are you getting married?", here's the answer: [Date], [Venue]. Please come!
Save your dancing shoes for [Date]. [Bride] and [Groom] are getting married, and it won't be the same without you.
Our favourite people, one weekend, and a wedding. We can't wait to see you there.

Wording when the couple hosts

When the couple is planning and hosting the wedding themselves, write in your own voice and name your families as blessers, not hosts.

With the love and blessings of our families, we, [Bride] and [Groom], invite you to our wedding.
We have found our person, and we would love you to witness our promise to each other on [Date].
Please join us, [Bride] and [Groom], as we celebrate our marriage with the people we love most.

Lines for each function

Every event in a wedding week has its own mood. These short openers sit under each event in an invitation.

Mehendi: Come for the henna, stay for the songs. Join us for [Bride]'s mehendi on [Date] at [Time].
Sangeet: One night, two families, endless dancing. You're invited to the sangeet on [Date].
Haldi: A morning of turmeric, laughter and blessings. Please join us for the haldi on [Date].
Reception: Celebrate the newlyweds with dinner and dancing on [Date] at [Venue].
Ceremony: Please join us for the pheras at [Time], followed by lunch with the family.

Closing lines and RSVP

Your presence will make our celebration complete.
We look forward to celebrating with you.
Kindly confirm your attendance by [Date] using the RSVP button in this invite.
No gifts, please. Your blessings are all we wish for.
Dinner to follow. Dress: festive Indian.

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Grammar and style mistakes to avoid

Guests notice errors in wording far more than in design. These are the ones that slip through most often:

"Honour" or "honor"? Indian English uses British spelling: honour, colour, favour. Pick one and keep it everywhere.
"Honour of your presence" vs "pleasure of your company". Traditionally, "honour" is for a religious ceremony and "pleasure" for a reception or party. Mixing them in one line reads oddly.
Mixed tones. A formal opening followed by "it's gonna be lit!" confuses guests. Keep one voice per invitation, and save the fun for the sangeet section.
Abbreviations in formal wording. Write "Saturday, 12 December 2027" and "7 in the evening", not "Sat 12/12, 7pm".
Apostrophes. "The Sharmas invite you", not "The Sharma's". The apostrophe is only for possession: "the Sharmas' home".
Late changes to name order. Agree the order of parents' names with both families before the first draft, then use it everywhere.

The finest wording is the kind guests do not notice, because they are too busy feeling welcomed.

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Before you send

Every name spelled the way its owner spells it
Day, date and time checked against the calendar
Venue name and full address, with a map link
One spelling style (British or American) throughout
Read aloud once by someone from each family

Frequently asked questions

Should Indian wedding invitations be in English or Hindi?

Many urban families use English as the main language because every guest reads it, and add a Hindi or regional blessing at the top. If most guests are elders from one region, the regional language may come first.

Who should be named as hosts on the invitation?

Traditionally the bride's parents host the wedding and the groom's parents the reception, but most families today name both sets of parents. If the couple is planning it themselves, they can write in their own voice and name their families as blessers.

Is "request the honour of your presence" still used?

Yes, especially for the main ceremony and for elder guests. For receptions, parties and relaxed weddings, "request the pleasure of your company" or a warm casual line fits better.

How do I mention "no gifts" politely?

Keep it short and warm: "Your blessings are all we wish for" or "No gifts, please. Your presence is our gift." Put it near the end, never in the opening.

How long should the wording be?

Short enough to read on a phone without scrolling much: an opening line, the names, the date, time and venue, and a closing line. Put event details in their own sections rather than one long paragraph.