What is the wording for an evening wedding invitation?

Evening wedding invitations are for guests who join you after the ceremony and wedding breakfast, often for the party, dancing and evening buffet. The wording should be friendly and clear, and it should not imply a full-day invitation. Start with your names, then a line like 'together with their families' if relevant. The main phrase could be 'invite you to join them for an evening of celebration' or 'request the pleasure of your company at their evening wedding reception'. Add the venue, date and the time the evening starts, for example 'from 7.00 pm'. You can also mention what will be on offer: 'with drinks, dancing and a late-night buffet'. If you want guests to know that the ceremony and earlier events are private, you can add 'following their daytime wedding' or simply leave it out. Always include an RSVP date and any dress code if you have one. Evening invitations are often less formal than day invitations, so you can use a more relaxed tone, but keep it clear and polite. If you are having a humanist or religious ceremony earlier, you do not need to mention it on the evening invitation.