How to Word Your Wedding RSVP Cards
Your wedding rsvp wording is just one of several components that make up your invitation suite, and it’s a very important piece. RSVP cards, also called response cards, are the key to creating an accurate and organized wedding guest list. If you have dinner options, they’ll also help you gather your guest’s requests.
You’ll notice that most rsvp wording uses an “M” to indicate where names should be written. The “M” begins the person’s title: Mr., Mrs. or Miss. You can replace it with “Name(s)” for a more casual wording choice.
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What Information Belongs on Your RSVP Cards
Wording your RSVP cards is simple:
First – make sure you have a place for guests to write their names and the number of people attending.
Next – add a reply-by date, and make sure that it works with your wedding timeline.
Finally – if you’re having dinner options, add those as well.
Why is There an “M” on Wedding RSVP Cards?
You’ll notice that traditional rsvp wording uses an “M” to indicate where names should be written. The “M” begins the person’s title: Mr., Mrs. or Miss. Your guests will simply fill out your RSVP by writing their name on this line.
If that’s too old-school for you, you can replace it with “Name(s)” for a more casual, wording choice.
Wedding RSVP Card Wording Examples
Here are some great examples of rsvp card wording for a variety of situations.
Basic RSVP Wording
The favour of a reply is requested
before May 15, 2025
M ______________
__ will attend
__ not able to attend
RSVP Wording with Meal Choices
The courtesy of a reply is requested
by May 15, 2025
M ______________
Please indicate number of each
Filet Mignon __ Chicken Kiev __
Sentimental RSVP Wording
We sincerely hope you can attend!
Kindly respond by May 15, 2025
M _______________
_______________
Number of guests attending
Fun RSVP Wording
Don’t be Tardy to this Party
Please respond by June 10th
Name(s)________________________
_____ yes, count me/us in
_____ oh snap, we can’t make it
RSVP Wording if You Don’t Want Kids to Attend
Note: You can hand-fill in the number – on this example a 2 – prior to sending your RSVP cards to guests. This helps them understand that their children are not to attend. The favour of a reply is requested by May 15, 2025
2 seats have been reserved in your honour.
M ______________
__ will attend
__ not able to attend
RSVP Wording with Song Selection
RSVP by May First
M _______________
__ can’t wait
__ sending regrets
We will dance if you play _______________
Online RSVP Wording
Kindly reply by May 15, 2025
to our wedding website
www.theknot.com/maritaandlogan
We hope you found this advice on wedding RSVP card wording helpful! Give us a shout if you need any help as you customize your invitation suite!