Beach Wedding Invites: Crafting The Perfect Message

Planning a beach wedding? The invitations are one of the most important parts of your big day. They give your guests a glimpse of what to expect from the ceremony and celebrations, and they set the tone for the event. Beach weddings are often relaxed and romantic, and your invitations should reflect this. From the wording to the design, there are many ways to capture the essence of a beachside ceremony.

Creative ideas for beach wedding invitations

If you're planning a beach wedding, you'll want to set the tone with your invitations. Here are some creative ideas to get you started:

• The surf's up: If you're going for a laid-back, surfer-vibe wedding, opt for invites that feature palm leaves, sunsets, or even a surfboard! You could also include a small plastic or burlap pouch of sand from the beach you're tying the knot on.
• Sun, sea and sand: For a touch of fun, send your invite with a pair of flip-flops as an early wedding favour.
• Under the sea: For a more formal wedding, look for invitations with ocean waves and gold foil, or abstract watercolours. Simple letterpress invites featuring sailboats, seahorses, or anchors also work well.
• Message in a bottle: Include your invitation in a letter-sized box with a handful of seashells, sand dollars, faux starfish, and biodegradable gift box filler.
• Let's shell-ebrate: For a unique twist, consider a shell-themed invitation with wording such as, "A perfect shell is a gift from the sea/As beautiful and unique as our love is meant to be..."
• By the beautiful sea: Use creative wording to capture the essence of a beachside ceremony, such as, "With the sun in our hair and the sea at our backs/Will you join us as we begin our wedded bliss?"
• Sandy puns: If you want a light-hearted and fun invitation, consider something like, "There are plenty of fish in the sea/But some things were just meant to be/There's no need to sink our hooks deeper/Because we both came up with a keeper!"
• Dress code: Be sure to include the wedding dress code on the invitation or your wedding website. For beach weddings, light and airy attire is usually encouraged—think sundresses and linen suits.

What to say on beach wedding invitations

Beach weddings are a unique and romantic event, and the invitations should reflect that. The wording of the invitation is important to convey the right tone and give guests the necessary information. Here are some ideas for what to say on beach wedding invitations:

Formal Wording

If you are having a formal beach wedding, it is important to include the usual formalities such as the host line, request line, and action line. You can also include a dress code line, which is especially important for beach weddings so that guests know what to wear and are comfortable. Here is an example:

> "Together with their families, [Bride] and [Groom] invite you to share in their joy as they exchange marriage vows on [date] at [time]

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> [Venue name], [address]

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> Reception to follow"

Informal Wording

For a more casual beach wedding, you can be more creative with the wording and include beach-themed puns or references to the seaside setting. Here is an example:

> "With the sun above us, the sand below us, and the sea behind us, we'll say 'I do' and become one. Please join us, [Bride] and [Groom], as we get married on the beach."

Creative Ideas

There are also many creative ideas you can incorporate into your beach wedding invitations to make them fun and unique. For example, you could include a small pouch of sand from the beach in the invitation envelope or send a pair of flip-flops to guests as an early wedding favour. If you have a larger budget, you could include your invitation in a box with seashells and other beach-themed items.

Important Information

Regardless of the tone of your beach wedding invitations, it is important to include the essential details such as the date, time, and location of the wedding. You may also want to mention the dress code, especially if guests will be spending a lot of time on the sand, and include information about what kind of shoes to wear.

Wording examples for formal invitations

"Together with their families [Couple's names] invite you to share in their joy as they tie the knot [Date] at [Time] [Venue name and address] Dinner and dancing to follow from [Time]

"Because you have shared in our lives by your friendship and love, we [Couple's names] invite you to witness the beginning of our next chapter together at our marriage on [Date] at [Time] in the evening [Venue name and address]"

"With joyful hearts [Couple's names] request the honour of your presence at their wedding on [Date] at [Time] in the evening [Venue name and address] Cocktails, dinner, and dancing to follow. Semi-formal beach attire."

"Love rests on no foundation. It is an endless ocean, with no beginning or end." – Jalaluddin Rumi. Along with their families, [Couple's names] invite you to attend their seaside wedding [Date] at [Time] [Venue name and address] Reception to follow."

"As the ocean is never full of water, so is the heart never full of love." Mr. and Mrs. [Parents' names] cordially invite you to attend the beach wedding of their daughter [Daughter's name] to [Partner's name] [Date] [Venue name and address] Reception immediately following the ceremony. No gifts please – your presence is gift enough."

"With the sun above us, the sand below us, the sea behind us, and our future before us, we'll say our vows and make the sound of ocean waves our wedding bells. Please join us, [Couple's names], as we get married in a seaside ceremony."

Wording examples for informal invitations

"With the sun in our hair and the sea at our backs, will you join us as we begin our wedded bliss? [Bride's name] & [Groom's name] together with their parents invite you to share in their joy [Date] in [Location]."

"A perfect shell is a gift from the sea, as beautiful and unique as our love is meant to be... Now and forever, partners in life, under palm trees swaying, we will be husband and wife. [Names of the couple] invite you to join them as they exchange vows on [date] at [time] at [location]."

"With our hearts filled with love and the sand beneath our feet, we will say 'I do' and forever fuse two hearts as one. Please join us, [Bride's name] and [Groom's name] as we exchange vows in [location] on [date]."

"They say that true love can outlast the sands of time, and we certainly hope that is true. But even a romantic sunset wedding won't be complete without you. [Bride's name] and [Groom's name] invite you to share in their joy as they exchange marriage vows on [date] at [time] at [location]."

"Life's a beach, but our lives are about to get a lot better. You are cordially invited to the beach wedding of [Bride's name] and [Groom's name] on [date] at [time] at [location]. Hope to 'sea' you there!"

"On an ocean shore, they'll say 'I do'. What could make it better? Just one thing—you! You're invited to the beach wedding of [Bride's name] and [Groom's name] on [date] at [time] at [location]."

These examples capture the joy and romance of a beach wedding while maintaining an informal and relaxed tone.

Beach wedding dress code

When it comes to beach weddings, the dress code can vary from formal to casual, and it's important to communicate this clearly to your guests. Here are some suggestions for wording your beach wedding dress code:

Beach Formal/Chic

For a beach wedding, you might want to suggest a more formal or chic attire while still keeping in mind the relaxed and picturesque setting. Here are some ways to convey this:

• "Join us by the sea for our wedding on [Date]. Dress Code: Beach Formal. Light and airy attire is encouraged – think sundresses and linen suits. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!"
• "We’re excited to celebrate our beach wedding with you! Dress Code: Beach Chic. Comfortable and stylish beachwear is perfect – let’s make this a beautiful and breezy celebration."
• "Please join us for a seaside celebration as we say ‘I do’. Dress Code: Beach Attire. Think flowy dresses and lightweight suits – we can’t wait to see you by the shore!"

Semi-Formal/Cocktail Attire

If you're aiming for a blend of elegance and comfort, suggesting semi-formal or cocktail attire will help create a stylish yet relaxed atmosphere. Try something like:

• "Join us for a stylish evening as we celebrate our wedding on [Date]. Dress Code: Cocktail Attire. We look forward to seeing you in your chic and elegant outfits!"
• "We’re excited to celebrate with you! Our wedding will be semi-formal, so feel free to dress up in cocktail attire. Suits for men and cocktail dresses for women are perfect."
• "Please join us for our wedding on [Date]. Dress Code: Semi-Formal. Think smart attire – cocktail dresses for the ladies and suits for the gents. Let’s celebrate in style!"

Casual

If you prefer a more relaxed and laid-back vibe, casual attire will ensure your guests feel comfortable. Here are some ways to communicate this:

• "We’re keeping things relaxed for our wedding! Dress Code: Casual. Come as you are and join us for a day of fun and celebration."
• "Join us for a laid-back celebration as we say ‘I do’. Dress Code: Casual. Feel free to wear your favorite comfortable clothes – we can’t wait to celebrate with you!"
• "Please join us for a relaxed and joyful wedding day. Dress Code: Casual. Comfortable and neat attire is perfect – let’s make it a fun and memorable day together!"

Remember, it's essential to include the dress code on your wedding invitations or wedding website to ensure your guests are well-informed and can plan their outfits accordingly.

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