Your wedding invitations are the first thing your friends and family will see, making it a great opportunity to give them a glimpse into what’s to come!
They should not only let your guests know the important details but also give them an exciting insight into the colour scheme and style they can expect from your big day.
Finding your perfect design can be challenging, but with our wedding invitation ideas, we know you’ll find something to suit!
You can design your invites using a digital tool like Canva and print them yourself at home, or you can hire a designer to create them for you, while you decide on colours, fonts, and messaging.
To get you started we’ve got lots of wedding invitation ideas to inspire. Don’t forget you can build on these ideas, or take elements from them to get your design exactly how you want it.
16 wedding invitation ideas
1. Rustic wedding invitation ideas
If you’re going for a rustic outdoor wedding style, these simple yet personal invitations from Rustic Wedding Chic would be perfect.
They’ve added a photo booth strip to the side of the invite, which is a quick and easy way to make your invites personal.
For the invite, they’ve used rustic brown paper with a simple typewriter-style font.
2. Wax seal with dried flowers
Adding a wax seal to your invites is a really quick way to add that personal touch. In this short video by Sal Studios on Pinterest, you’ll see that they use a wax seal to attach a dried flower and string.
Not only are wax stamps available in a variety of designs but you can also create your own personalised stamp. A popular choice is having a custom stamp with yours and your partner's initials.
3. Seed paper wedding invites
If you’re eco-conscious but still want to send physical invites, seed paper is a fantastic option. If you’ve never heard of it, it’s a type of paper embedded with seeds that can be planted once the paper has been used.
Find out how to make your own with By Jo.
4. Bright and bold wedding invitations
If you love colour and want your invites to catch everyone's eyes you can follow along with this DIY tutorial by Simply Handmade Studios. Combine painting, lace and your printed design to bring together these fun invites.
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5. Watercolour wedding invitations
Watercolours are a great way to add a touch of soft colour to your design, while still keeping them looking simple and modern.
With Pipkin Paper Company you’ll find out how to make beautiful floral invitations with a simple yet elegant typeface.
If you’re feeling extra creative you could even paint your own watercolour designs. Take a look at our watercolour guide to get lots of advice from the experts.
6. Destination wedding invites
If you’re lucky enough to be jetting off for your special day, then create invites that are in keeping. Canva has a plane ticket wedding invite template, which is available to customise for free.
7. Sage green wedding invitations
Sage green is very on-trend for weddings at the moment. It’s a beautifully natural colour that is perfect for rustic or woodland-themed weddings.
Margo and Bees combine sage green with gold accents and dried flowers to create a timeless look.
8. Wildflower wedding invitation ideas
If you’re all about florals then incorporating them into your wedding invites is a no-brainer! There’s loads of inspiration for flowery designs, but we adore these delicate wildflower invites by Cotton Bird.
9. Elegant wedding invitations
Is your wedding going to be a classy affair? Make your invites match with Stylish Invitation’s gorgeous acrylic design.
The design combines simple acrylic paper with rose gold text plus matching wax seal and accompanying dried flowers.
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Get creative with our special wedding card messages for everyone.
10. Personalised wedding venue invitation
Is your wedding venue a stunning building surrounded by gorgeous scenery? Transform it into a watercolour painting with Bespoke Invites.
These lovely designs will give your guests a glimpse into what they can expect from your big day!
11. Wooden wedding invitation ideas
If you’re having an intimate wedding, with fewer guests, you could opt for wooden wedding invites. They will be more expensive than paper, but they do look breathtaking!
Trend Print Store has this beautiful design, which is laser engraved with your choice of words.
12. Navy blue wedding invites
Navy blue is a very regal and classy choice for your invitations. It evokes feelings of timeless beauty and understated elegance.
These gorgeous invites by Feel Good Invites combine navy blue with gold foiled lettering, which is finished with a metallic wax seal.
13. Velvet pocket wedding invites
If you’re looking to take your invites to a whole new level, these stunning racing green and gold invites will leave your guests in awe.
This gorgeous design from By Kate Shop opens like a book to display a personalised invite on clear acrylic.
14. Passport wedding invite
If you’re jetting off for your big day, let your guests know in style with these passport invitations by Feel Good Invites.
These invites contain the passport itself and an RSVP ticket. The passport can be personalised to include any country’s crest on the cover. Perfect for destination weddings!
15. Dusky blue vintage wedding invites
Is your wedding a vintage soiree? If you adore all things vintage, then these invites by A Day to Amor will suit you perfectly.
With dusty blue roses, this beautiful invitation will give your guests a sneak peek into what's to come!
16. Autumnal wedding invites
Will your wedding be a mix of fiery oranges and reds to represent the autumn? Make sure your wedding invitations match with this special design by DIY Blooming Paperie.
Wedding invitation ideas that complement your theme
Pick a wedding invitation that reflects the theme or style of your wedding, that way your guests will get an exciting insight into what to expect from your big day.
Don’t forget to consider your budget, how many invites you need to send, and your theme before making your final decision.
What should your wedding invite say?
You’ve decided on your invitation design, but now you need to form the right words to let your guests know about your special day. Everything you need to know, including lots of examples, can be found in our wedding invitation wording guide.
