Wedding Invitation Wording: What to Say, How to Say It — and Why You Don’t Have to Follow the Rules (Pet-Friendly Tips Too!)
When it comes to wedding invitation wording, there’s no one-size-fits-all. And yet — when you start browsing online, it can feel like every invitation does follow the same script.
Do you have to say “request the pleasure of your company”?
How do you include divorced parents?
How do you mention that your dog is part of the day?
What if you want a fun, relaxed tone instead of formal wording?
Let’s break it down — and show you how Pure Invitation lets you customise your invites to say exactly what you want to say.
What Should You Include in Wedding Invitation Wording?
Here are the essentials to cover on your invitation:
✅ Who’s hosting (you, parents, both, no one?)
✅ Names of the couple
✅ Date and time of ceremony
✅ Venue/location
✅ Reception details (if separate)
✅ RSVP details
✅ Any special mentions (yes — this can include your pet!)
Popular Wedding Invitation Wording Styles
Traditional & Formal:
"Mr & Mrs John Smith request the pleasure of your company at the marriage of their daughter..."
Modern & Minimal:
"Together with their families, Emma & Jack invite you to celebrate their wedding day..."
Fun & Informal:
"Join us for drinks, dancing and ‘I do’s’ — we can’t wait to celebrate with you!"
Pet-Friendly Wording:
"Together with their beloved Labrador, Luna 🐾, Emma & Jack invite you to their wedding day..."
or
"Come celebrate with us (and our four-legged ring bearer, Max!) as we tie the knot..."
Can You Write Your Own Wedding Invitation Wording?
Yes — and you absolutely should if it feels more “you”!
At Pure Invitation, we don’t lock you into rigid templates.
You choose your design.
You choose your colours.
You choose your fonts & layout.
And you type whatever wording you like into your invite — fully personalised.
This means:
You can blend formal with fun
You can include names how you want (eg. step-parents, children, pets)
You can add unique touches — poems, song lyrics, an inside joke... or your dog’s name!
You can adapt for modern weddings — intimate, pet-friendly, eco-conscious, anything!
Why This Matters
Many big invitation sites restrict wording to “pre-set” lines — which often:
🚫 Don’t fit modern family situations
🚫 Don’t mention pets (and let’s be honest — they’re family too!)
🚫 Sound too stiff or old-fashioned
Your wedding is unique — your invitation should reflect that.
That’s why Pure Invitation gives you total wording flexibility, along with:
A unique online Invite Designer
Free proofs by real designers (so everything looks perfect)
Flexible add-ons like wax seals, vellum jackets & more
Final Tips for Your Wedding Invitation Wording
Be clear — date, time, place
Be yourself — choose a tone that suits your day
Include your pets if you want to!
Don’t stress! There’s no “right” wording — there’s only what’s right for you
Ready to Create Your Own Wording?
Browse our full collection of customisable wedding invitations here, and start designing with complete freedom. No forced templates. No limitations. And yes — you can even include your dog’s name. 🐶🐾
Say it your way — with Pure Invitation.