Planning a wedding is an exciting time, and one of the most important elements to consider is your wedding stationery.  Your invitations set the tone for your big day, offering guests their first glimpse into the style and formality of your celebration.  Choosing bespoke wedding invitations ensures your stationery is unique to you, while Welsh wedding invitations can add a meaningful cultural touch to your special day.  If you’re based in Wales, you may be searching for Welsh wedding stationery that perfectly reflects your love story.

What to Include in Your Wedding Invitations

Regardless of your chosen style, a wedding invitation should contain the following essential details:

  • Enwau’r pâr (Names of the couple)
  • Yr anfitheion (The host(s) – who is inviting the guests, e.g., the couple, parents, or both)
  • Dyddiad ac amser y seremoni (Date and time of the ceremony)
  • Manylion y lleoliad (Venue details)
  • Gwybodaeth am y derbyniad (Reception information if different from the ceremony location)
  • Manylion RSVP (RSVP details, including deadline and method of response)
  • Cod gwisg (Dress code if applicable)
  • Manylion ychwanegol (Additional details such as accommodation, transportation, or gift registry)
 

Formal Wedding Invitation Wording

For couples who prefer a traditional and elegant feel, formal invitations are the way to go.  These invitations typically use full names, proper titles, and classic phrasing.

Example:

Mr. and Mrs. David Jones request the pleasure of your company at the marriage of their daughter

Ffion Jones

to

Rhys Davies

on Saturday, the twenty-fifth of May

two thousand and twenty-five

at one o’clock in the afternoon

at St. Peter’s Church, Carmarthen

Followed by a reception at The Ivy Manor

Kindly RSVP by 1st April 2025

Dress Code: Black Tie

Formal Wedding Invitation Wording

Informal Wedding Invitation Wording

Informal invitations allow for more creativity and personality.  They can be relaxed and conversational while still providing all the necessary details.

Example:

We’re getting married! 🎉

Please join us as we, Ffion & Rhys, tie the knot!

Saturday 25th May 2025

1:00 PM

St. Peter’s Church, Carmarthen

Then let’s celebrate together at The Ivy Manor

Food, drinks, and dancing to follow!

Let us know if you can make it by 1st April 2025

Informal Wedding Invitation Wording

Bilingual Wedding Invitation Wording (Welsh & English)

For those who want to embrace the beauty of bilingual invitations, here’s how you can incorporate both Welsh and English seamlessly.

Example:

Mae Mr a Mrs David Jones yn gwahodd chi i briodas eu merch

Ffion Jones

a

Rhys Davies

ar ddydd Sadwrn, Mai 25ain, 2025

am 1 o’r gloch y prynhawn

yn Eglwys Sant Pedr, Caerfyrddin

Derbyniad i ddilyn yn The Ivy Manor

Mr. and Mrs. David Jones request the pleasure of your company at the marriage of their daughter

Ffion Jones

to

Rhys Davies

on Saturday, 25th May 2025

at 1:00 PM

at St. Peter’s Church, Carmarthen

Followed by a reception at The Ivy Manor

RSVP / Atebwch erbyn 1 Ebrill 2025

Welsh Wedding Invitation Wording

Additional Tips for Customising Your Wedding Invitations

  • Personoli eich gwahoddiadau:  Adding unique touches such as wax seals, ribbons, or calligraphy can enhance the elegance of your invitations.
  • Dewisiadau ecogyfeillgar:  Opting for sustainable materials or digital RSVPs can help reduce waste.
  • Cysoni gyda thema eich priodas:  Ensure your invitation design complements your wedding colours and overall aesthetic.

Final Thoughts

Your wedding invitations should reflect you as a couple and set the right tone for your special day.  Whether you opt for formal, informal, or Welsh wedding invitations, the key is to ensure that they communicate all necessary details clearly while adding a personal touch.

If you’re planning your wedding in Carmarthenshire and searching for bespoke wedding invitations, let’s create something truly special that captures the essence of your love story.  Get in touch to discuss your ideas!