We know no two couples are alike, and what you're after is a celebration that feels completely unique and one of a kind. For that very reason, no two wedding invitations should be identical either — each one needs to reflect who you are as a couple, how you met and what you want to convey. And because we know this is no small detail, and it often says more than it seems, here are some ideas for original wedding invitation wording that will make your day even more special.
Although you've no doubt spent hours choosing other aspects of the wedding — the outfits, the food, the music, nothing we don't already know — everything the wording says when inviting your guests to share such an important celebration will set its tone. The invitation wording is the very first thing your family and friends will come across for your wedding. That's why nothing should be left to chance. Postal Invitation
Original wedding invitation wording | Find your tone
The first step is knowing what you want to convey: the invitation has to represent you, capture who you are and what your wedding will be like… Ideally, the more personal it is, the better — something only the two of you could use. It should also match the tone you're after for the event. If the occasion is going to be classic, the invitation should be too; if the celebration is taking place in a country setting, for example, make sure the wording and design follow that style — you've no shortage of options — Wild Hyacinth Invitation.
If you're after something different, make sure it shows in every detail.
Original wedding invitation wording | Look for something different
Until quite recently, we know, almost all invitations were cut from the same cloth: the names of the bride and groom, their families, details of the ceremony and reception, and little else. It no longer has to be that way: there are as many options in design, calligraphy and lettering as you can imagine, so the invitation matches who you really are.
You can even be bold with less conventional formats, such as a recipe, a story — have you thought about wording that reads like a tale of how you met? — or giving centre stage to a personal photo of the two of you. For example, you could invite your loved ones with a photobooth-style portrait, around which the details of the celebration are set out. Nothing is more personal than a snapshot that captures who you are and what you want your wedding to be. Polaroid Invitation
Original wedding invitation wording | Above all, make it yours
Whichever option you choose, the important thing is that it fully reflects who you are. The best way to achieve this is to include a trait that's uniquely yours — something that belongs only to you. It could be something that identifies the celebration, such as a setting, a menu detail or a portrait. The graphic elements you choose can help with this.
You could also make your wording even more personal by drawing on a detail from your life together, such as a verse that moves you, the lyrics of your song, or a line from your favourite film. If you both love to travel, why not build the wording around a trip you've taken together and include elements like maps and images tied to that shared passion? Map Invitation
As we said, no two couples are alike, and there's no hard-and-fast rule for finding your wedding invitation. That's why you can also choose a format that suits exactly what you're after, in a completely personalised way.
Every idea for a celebration gives rise to a brand-new invitation. But remember, every detail counts. It's not just about the words — it's also the choice of accessories, such as a personalised wax seal, a design, an illustration, the perfect envelope… The rest of the rules are entirely up to you.
Love, Marmarina.
