What are wedding words and phrases for signs?

Signs at a wedding do two jobs: they give practical information and they share your personality. The best wording is short, clear and friendly, so guests can read it at a glance. For a welcome board, use your names, the date and a simple greeting like 'Welcome to our wedding' or 'Today we become a family'.

For table plans, keep it practical: 'Find your table' or 'Choose a seat, not a side' works well. For directions, try 'This way to the ceremony' or 'Drinks on the lawn'. For the guest book, write 'Leave us a note' or 'Sign our guest book'. For favours, a simple 'Thank you for coming' is enough.

You can match the wording to your theme. A relaxed countryside wedding might use 'Grab a drink and find a spot'. A formal evening do might use 'Welcome, and thank you for joining us'. Avoid long sentences or inside jokes that need explaining. If you want a religious or cultural phrase, check with your venue or registrar first, because civil ceremonies cannot include religious content in England and Wales. For any legal wording, such as notices or banns, that is handled separately by the register office or place of worship, and rules can vary, so check with them directly.