What is a digital invitation called?

In the UK, people say e-invite, digital invite, or online invitation. Some couples call it a save-the-date when it is sent early, and a formal invitation when it is the main one. You might also hear the term e-card, though that is more common for greetings.

A digital invitation can take different forms. It might be a PDF attached to an email, a photo with your details, an animated card with music, or a page on a wedding website. The most useful ones include a direct RSVP button, so guests can reply without writing a separate email.

If you are planning a wedding with multiple events, such as a ceremony, a reception and a morning-after brunch, a single digital invitation can hold all the details and let guests RSVP to each event separately. That is a big advantage over paper.

Whatever you call it, the key is to make it clear and easy to read. Include the date, time, venue, dress code and a deadline for replies. If you are unsure about wording, ask your venue or a friend who has planned a wedding.