When you married at the courthouse and celebrate later

You are already married, so the card invites people to celebrate a marriage rather than witness one. Say so plainly. Guests love the news, and nobody wonders whether there is a ceremony.

Traditional Warm Modern

Traditional

Mr and Mrs Vikram Rao
request the pleasure of your company
at a reception in honour of
Priya & Etienne
who were married in April

“In honour of” and a past tense: the formal way to celebrate a marriage that has already happened.

Too long for The Overprint, whose names fill the card. Fits The Crest and The Date.

Warm

We did it!
Priya & Etienne
are married, and would love
to celebrate with you

The news first, then the invitation. It reads like the phone call you would make.

Modern

Priya & Etienne
got married.
Now for the party.

Two short sentences, past then future. Enough said.

What people ask

Is it fine to call it a wedding?: Better not: “wedding” suggests a ceremony. Call it a celebration or a reception, so guests know there is none to arrive in time for.
Should we give the date we married?: If you like. It answers the first question everyone will ask.
Can there be a blessing or vows at the party?: Yes. Say so on the website, so guests know when to be seated.

Last checked 4 October 2026.

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