Wording Examples for Blended Families or Nontraditional Hosts
When it comes to wedding invitation wording, not every family fits the traditional mold—and that’s perfectly okay. Whether your parents are divorced, remarried, or you’re hosting the wedding yourselves, your wording should reflect your unique family structure while still feeling warm, respectful, and clear.
At Reverie Paper Co., we believe that etiquette should serve you—not the other way around. Here are a few thoughtful wording examples for invitations that go beyond tradition:
1. Both Sets of Parents Hosting, Divorced or Remarried
This approach honors everyone equally without getting too complicated.
Example:
Together with their families
Emily Grace Simmons
and
Jacob Allen Davis
request the honor of your presence
at the celebration of their marriage
Saturday, the fifteenth of June...
Tip: If divorced parents are on good terms, you can include their names individually:
Mr. John Simmons and Mrs. Carol Simmons
Mr. Michael Davis and Ms. Linda Carter
2. One Parent Hosting with a Step-Parent
Use phrasing that recognizes both people in the couple hosting (and avoid “and” if you don’t want to imply they are married).
Example:
Hosted by
Mrs. Claire Thompson and Mr. Richard Allen
together with their families,
we invite you to join us...
3. The Couple Hosting
When you and your partner are hosting the wedding, keep the wording clean and modern.
Example:
Together with their families,
Avery Claire Reynolds
and
James Tyler Brooks
joyfully invite you to their wedding...
or
Please join us in celebrating
the marriage of
Avery Reynolds and James Brooks
4. Hosted by One Parent Only
Sometimes one parent is hosting due to circumstance or choice. You can still keep the tone gracious.
Example:
Mrs. Karen Lee Hamilton
requests the honor of your presence
at the wedding of her daughter
Lily Anne Hamilton
to
Lucas James Ford
5. Family Acknowledged Without Hosting Language
For couples who want to acknowledge family without focusing on who’s hosting:
Example:
Together with their beloved families,
Maya Elizabeth Turner
and
Ryan Cole Freeman
invite you to celebrate their marriage...
Final Thoughts
There’s no one “right” way to word a wedding invitation—what matters most is that it feels true to you and honors those who matter most. If your family setup doesn’t fit traditional templates, don’t worry. With a little creativity and care, we can craft wording that reflects your relationships and sets the right tone for your celebration.
Need help finalizing your own invitation wording? We’re happy to guide you through it—every semi-custom suite includes tailored wording suggestions to match your tone, style, and family dynamic.
