What You Should Put On Your Wedding Invitations

Your wedding invitations are the first impression they’ll have of your big day.

After you’ve chosen the perfect invitation, it’s time to add the right wording that perfectly fit your event.

Here's what you should put on your invitation

Names

First name, (middle name) and surname of the couple

Location

Your guest will need to plan and take time off for your wedding. Indicate date (day, month, year and hour). Be as specific as possible so family and friends can plan accordingly.

Include reception line if the reception is being held at the same location as the ceremony. If your reception is at a different location, you should include the information on a separate card. If you choose a less traditional format, you might include a separate reception venue's details on your main invitation.

Date and start time of the wedding

Your guests will need to make their travel arrangements when they receive your invitation. Specifying the country (if it's a destination wedding or you have overseas guests), state, city and venue location only makes it easier for your guests to get there smoothly.

Wedding website

to find even more detailed information that won't fit on the invitation, such as registry, accommodations and detailed information about the timeline for the weekend.

You might also wish to include:

• details of any dress code or theme

• time guests can expect the day to come to an end

• whether children are invited

RSVP card details (sent on separate response card)

• address to which guests should reply

• space to check yes or no if they can attend

• a reply date

• food selection: if you're having a plated dinner be sure to include all the options guests can order on the reply card so they can mark their preferred choice. You should also leave space for guests to write down any allergies or dietary restrictions they may have.

• space for the invitees to write their name: