The font you choose for your wedding invitations plays a big role in setting the tone for your day. Whether you're going for classic elegance or modern minimalism, your typography speaks volumes – often before your guests even open the envelope.
So how do you choose the best font for your wedding invitations? Here’s what to consider as you narrow down your options.
1. Think About Your Wedding Style
Is your celebration formal and traditional, or relaxed and rustic? Serif fonts (those with small lines at the ends of letters) often suit classic or elegant weddings, while clean sans-serif fonts feel more modern and fresh. Script fonts bring a romantic, handwritten touch that works well for soft, romantic styles.
2. Prioritise Readability
It’s tempting to choose the fanciest script you can find... but make sure it’s easy to read, especially for key details like names, dates and venues. If you're using a decorative font for headings, consider pairing it with a simpler font for the body text to balance style with clarity.
3. Limit the Number of Fonts
As a rule, stick to two complementary fonts per invitation. Too many different styles can feel cluttered. One for headings (such as your names), and another for the main information is usually enough.
4. Match Your Overall Theme
If your wedding has a specific theme... like vintage, coastal, boho or botanical... your font can subtly reflect that. Delicate calligraphy suits garden weddings, while bold, blocky fonts feel at home in urban or industrial settings.
5. Test Your Design Before Printing
Before sending anything to print, review a full-size sample to make sure your fonts look as expected. Check that spacing, sizing and contrast work well both on-screen and on paper.
Ultimately, the best font for your wedding invitations is the one that feels most like you. Whether it’s traditional, quirky or completely bespoke, the right typography helps your stationery tell your story... beautifully and clearly.
