Filipino wedding invitation wording: samples you can copy
A wedding invitation carries more than a date: both families, often the principal sponsors, the church and the reception, a dress code, and sometimes a gentle word about gifts. Here are samples in English, Taglish, and Tagalog. Replace the [brackets] and keep the parts you need.
What to put on a wedding invitation
- Both names of the couple, and both sets of parents if you are naming them.
- The date, and the time of the ceremony.
- The church or venue with its city, and the reception place and time if it's different.
- Your principal sponsors, if you want them listed.
- The dress code or color motif.
- A reply date and how to reply.
English samples
Together with their parents
[Bride's parents]
[Groom's parents]
[Bride's name] and [Groom's name]
request the honor of your presence at their wedding
[date] at [time]
[Church, City]
Reception to follow at [Venue].
Kindly reply by [date].
[Name] and [Name]
are getting married!
Join us as we say “I do”.
[date] · [time]
[Church, City]
Reception at [Venue].
Please reply by [date].
Taglish sample
Ikakasal na kami ni [Pangalan]!
Gusto ka naming kasama sa pinakamasayang araw ng buhay namin!
[petsa] · [oras]
[Simbahan, lungsod]
Reception sa [lugar].
Paki-RSVP po bago ang [petsa]. Maraming salamat po!
Tagalog sample
Kasama ang aming mga magulang, buong puso naming inaanyayahan kayo sa aming kasal.
[Pangalan ng nobya] at [Pangalan ng nobyo]
[petsa], ganap na [oras]
[Simbahan, lungsod]
Susundan ito ng salu-salo sa [lugar].
Mangyaring ipaalam sa amin bago ang [petsa] kung makakadalo kayo.
Principal sponsors
Filipino weddings often name the principal sponsors, the ninongs and ninangs. If you list them, give them their own section below the main details, one name or couple per line, and ask them before you print their names.
Principal Sponsors
[Mr. and Mrs. Surname]
[Mr. and Mrs. Surname]
[Mr. and Mrs. Surname]
A gentle word about gifts
Many couples say something short about gifts, and cash gifts are a common choice. Keep it kind and brief.
Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift.
If you wish to give something more, a contribution toward our new home would be deeply appreciated.
Ang presensya ninyo ang pinakamahalagang regalo.
Kung nais ninyong magbigay pa, malaking tulong po ang anumang halaga para sa aming bagong tahanan.
Reserved seats and adults-only lines
We have reserved [2] seats in your honor.
We love your little ones, and we kindly request an adults-only celebration.
Tips before you send it
- Put the ceremony time first. If the reception is somewhere else, give its place and time on its own line.
- Say the dress code in plain words, with the color motif, if any, so guests can plan early.
- Ask for replies about a month before for a large wedding, so you can give the caterer a firm number.
- Check every name and spelling twice, especially the sponsors.
Make it in Paanyaya
Pick a wedding design, then open Wording samples in the card editor to fill your card with one of these wordings, with your date, time, and place already in. Replace the [brackets] with your own words, and add your guest list, with groups like “Bride's family” and “Groom's family”. Each guest opens their own invitation with their name on it and replies on the page. You can set how many people each guest may bring, so the count you see is people, not only names. If the ceremony and the reception are in different places, each part of your program can have its own place.
Designs to start from
Shown with sample names. Change any of the words, or use your own photo instead.
Together with their families
Paolo & Bea
request the pleasure of your company
Especially for
Lola Nena
Saturday, February 13, 2027
3:00 PM
Tagaytay
Sampaguita invitation designMatching envelopeWith a matching envelope Please join us to celebrate
Marco & Joyce
the beginning of forever
Especially for
Lola Nena
Saturday, May 15, 2027
2:00 PM
Batangas
Greenery invitation designMatching envelopeWith a matching envelope Together with their families
Rafael & Bianca
invite you to celebrate their wedding
Especially for
Lola Nena
Saturday, June 12, 2027
4:00 PM
Vigan, Ilocos Sur
Capiz windows invitation designMatching envelopeWith a matching envelope With joy in our hearts
Ramon & Liza
we invite you to celebrate with us
Especially for
Lola Nena
Saturday, November 20, 2027
2:00 PM
Vigan, Ilocos Sur
Filipiniana lace invitation designMatching envelopeWith a matching envelope
More designs: Wedding invitations.
Questions
Do I have to list both sets of parents?
No. Many couples do, as a way to honor both families, and others host the wedding themselves and leave the parents off. Choose what fits your families.
How early should I send wedding invitations?
Many couples send them one to two months before, and earlier for guests who must travel. Give a reply date that leaves you time to finalize numbers.
Can I limit how many people each guest brings?
Yes. In Paanyaya you set how many people each guest may bring, from none to ten, and guests choose how many are coming within that number.
Is Paanyaya free?
Yes. Designing the card, sending links to every guest, replies, and check-in at the door are all free, with no ads on your guests' invitations and no watermark on the card.
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