Your other half has finally proposed and you’re both understandably excited! But at some point you’re going to half to get down to business. Whether your wedding is big or small, many guests or just a few close relatives, there is always a lot to organise. Most people have a few weddings to attend a year, so it is natural to want your special day to stand out. One of the easiest – and most entertaining way – to do this is to personalise every aspect! From the venue to the theme, the food to the invites, everything should have a touch of “you”. Guests will need plenty of notice to ensure they are definitely free for the important date. Get ahead by prioritising wedding invites and setting the mood with them. Browse our list of wedding invite styles for instant inspiration.
- The Musical Instrument
If you or your partner are renowned for playing a musical instrument, it can form a great theme. An invite in the shape of a guitar, violin, or with piano keys running along the top can instantly let your guests know who it is from.
- Our Song
Many couples have a favourite song or piece of music that instantly transports them to a significant time in their relationship. If you want to be really create, send a retro cassette tape with a recording voice message inviting them, then play “your song” afterwards. You can even do this digitally, linking to your favourite song online and sending a voice message via messenger. Let your creativity run wild. Invitations don’t always have to be on paper.
- A Movie Ticket
A replica of movie ticket can be an original invitation if you are film buffs or went to the movies on your first date. It leaves ample room for a handwritten message, venue, date and details. If you want to take it literally, why not include a real movie ticket underneath for a few select guests and incorporate it into an engagement party?
- Postcard
There may be a location very significant to you and your partner. Perhaps it is the place you met, your first holiday destination, or where one of you was born. Obtaining a few postcards and sending them out with wedding details can be a nostalgic reminder that things have come full circle. From the early days and first memories of the relationship, to embarking on your whole life together!
- Handwritten letters
If your wedding and venue are likely to be more intimate, handwritten letters can be a beautiful, underused option. If your wedding guests are a very select few, then it makes sense send highly personalised wedding invitations. Let them know how much you value them and what their attendance would mean to you. With some beautiful vintage paper, lace, ribbon or other ways you wish to decorate, and be honest about your warm feelings for each of the guests.
- The Double Invitation
This is both an original and budget friendly option. If you are on top of the planning and already have an engagement party in mind, then why not combine it with an invitation to the wedding? The invitation could invite guests to a party on first glance, but also contain the details of the all-important date.
- Fridge Magnet Fun
If you are aware of any forgetful guests, or want everyone to stay as excited as you are, highly visible invitations can be great fun. Sending your invitation in the form of a fridge magnet means your guests will always see the date and be reminded of their promise to attend. If you can’t fit all the details on a single magnet, have the magnet simply read the important date! Include a letter with the finer details alongside.
- Say It With Flowers
If your wedding is likely to be an extravagant one, or perhaps there are only a few special guests, invite them in style. Sending fresh flowers to their home or place of work, complete with a card with the important date and venue, can be a wonderful surprise. Not only will it do the job, but they will also instantly feel a part of the excitement and celebratory feeling! This method can work just as well with a box of chocolates. Your guests would open the box to reveal the date and venue written inside.
Feel free to tweak and personalise every idea and suggestion to suit you. This is the opportunity to feel special and express yourself on a day that you and your guests will remember forever.
