Wedding invitations are an important part of any wedding celebration. They officially announce the upcoming nuptials and provide key details about the event. With social media being such a big part of people’s lives today, posting wedding invitations on Facebook has become a popular trend. But what exactly should you write when creating a Facebook wedding invitation? Here are some tips and ideas to help you craft the perfect wedding invite for social media.
Keep it Short and Sweet
While you want to include all the key details, a Facebook wedding invitation doesn’t need to be overly wordy or formal. The character limitations and casual nature of social media call for brevity. Focus on the key facts like the names of the couple, the date, time, and location of the wedding and reception. You can leave out lengthy formalities and flowery language typically used in formal paper invites.
Stick to the Basics
Include the same basic information that would be on a traditional wedding invitation, just written in a more concise way. This includes:
- Names of the couple getting married
- Date of the wedding
- Time of the ceremony
- Location and address of the ceremony
- Location and address of the reception (if different from ceremony location)
- Formal or informal dress code
- RSVP details – include website for online RSVPs
Add Some Personality
While you want to keep an air of class and sophistication, don’t be afraid to show a bit of your personality and style. For example, you could include cute emoji like hearts, rings or a bride and groom. Or add some personal touches like how the couple met or your wedding hashtag.
Wording Ideas
When putting together your wording, here are some Facebook wedding invitation examples and templates you can use for inspiration:
Casual Fun
Brianna and Michael
Are getting hitched! ??????
On September 30, 2023 at 5pm
The Palm Hotel
123 Beach Rd, Santa Monica, CA
Dinner and dancing to follow
Get down with us – dress is festive casual
RSVP at our website
Can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Semi-Formal
Join us for the wedding celebration of
Lisa Adams & Ryan Smith
Saturday, October 15 at 2pm
The coziest barn in Austin
ABC Farm
123 Ranch Rd
Austin, TX
Reception to follow
Please RSVP at weddingwebsite.com
Formal attire requested
Can’t wait to share this special day! ????
Black Tie Wedding
Mr. Thomas Jefferson III
and Dr. Sarah Marie Parker
request the honor of your presence
at their marriage
Saturday, the twentieth of May
Two thousand and twenty-three at eleven o’clock in the morning
Hitched at the Madison Hotel
555 Fancy Ln, Seattle, WA
Black tie reception to follow
Please kindly respond online at ourweddingday.com
Include Photos or Video
One great thing about Facebook wedding invitations is the ability to incorporate photos and videos from social media. You could include a customized graphic with a photo of the couple and event details. Or use Facebook stories to create a fun video invite. This adds a personal touch that speaks to the visual nature of platforms like Facebook.
Here are some ideas for using photos and video for your invites:
- Photo collage of the couple throughout their relationship
- Engagement photoshoot pictures
- Custom graphic with the couple as caricatures or cartoons
- Video montage of the couple with the invitation details appearing as text
- Boomerang or animated gif with the couple holding invitation signage
- Slideshow of the save the date, venue, flowers, etc.
Post on Timeline and in Groups
To maximize exposure, post your Facebook wedding invitation both on your personal timeline/page as well as in relevant Facebook groups. For example, post in your family group, wedding planning group, college friends group, etc. This allows you to reach both your immediate friends as well as broader connections who you may want to invite.
Facebook Post Ideas
- Create an album titled “Save the Date!” and upload invitation images
- Write a post with all the wedding details and attach an invite graphic
- Share the invitation as a Facebook story for 24 hours
- Go live or record a video to announce the invitations
- Post in your Facebook stories the day the invitations are sent out
Facebook Group Ideas
- Your family Facebook group
- Wedding planning groups relevant to your area
- Alumni groups for your university and/or your partner’s
- Community pages for your town or city
Include Hashtags
Using relevant hashtags is a great way to unify your Facebook wedding invites. It also allows guests to click on the hashtag to see all other social media posts related to your wedding. Some hashtag ideas:
- #MattandMelissa2023
- #MeetTheMillers
- #SmithSquadWeds
- #RoadToHarrison
- #NextStopNewlyweds
- #AnAffairToRemember
You can include the hashtag prominently on your invitation design as well as in any text posts. Encourage guests to use your special hashtag when posting their own wedding photos on social media.
Follow Up on Responses
One benefit of posting wedding invites on Facebook is that you can easily keep track of responses and follow up as needed. If you don’t receive an RSVP by the deadline, you can message people directly via Facebook Messenger with a friendly reminder to respond. You can also post timeline reminders about the RSVP deadline for your broader friends list. This helps get a firm headcount faster and keeps things organized.
Do’s and Don’ts
Here are some additional do’s and don’ts to keep in mind:
Do:
- Keep wording clear, concise and consistent across platforms
- Send digital invites at least 4-8 weeks before the RSVP deadline
- Use high quality photos and graphics
- Link to your wedding website for additional info
- Give people ample time to RSVP
Don’t:
- Rely on Facebook invites alone – also send physical or digital invites
- Use overly cutesy language that doesn’t match your style
- Make it hard to find key details like date, time and location
- Send last minute invites – be sure people have time to plan
- Post too frequently – once or twice is enough
Alternative Platforms
In addition to Facebook, you may want to share your wedding invites on other social media platforms where you have an active presence:
Great for sharing photo invites, stories and reels. Use the same hashtags across platforms for continuity.
TikTok
Do a cute invitation reveal video or dance trend with your invitation.
Post the main invite text and graphics in a series of tweets.
Share invites in relevant WhatsApp groups for family, friends, co-workers etc.
Conclusion
While traditional paper wedding invitations are still widely used, posting your invites on Facebook and other social media is a great way to spread the word online. By keeping your wording concise, personal and consistent, you can create beautiful Facebook wedding invitations. Just be sure to include all the key details in a format that’s easy to digest on social media. With these tips, you can craft wedding invites that will delight your guests both on Facebook and off!