These Traditional Wedding Invitations Are Classic and Timeless

Your wedding invitations set the tone for all the celebration to come, so it's important to consider how your chosen design speaks to your overall wedding vibe. Couples that opt for a classic celebration—and therefore a traditional wedding invitation—tend to focus more on calligraphy, traditional typography and classic phrasing.

When you're coming up with wording ideas, it's important to note a few rules of thumb. Dress codes are written in the lower right-hand corner of the invitation, both sets of parents should be listed (no matter who is hosting) and the RSVP card is usually separate from the wedding invite. Of course, these "rules" can be tweaked however you please, but formal wedding invitations typically follow a standard style of wording.

Clean, simple and elegant are three words that come to mind when describing a traditional wedding invitation. Below you'll find our favorites that fall into these categories—including some of our very own from The Knot Invitations.

The Knot We Do Wedding Invitations

Say "We Do" with a wedding invite that emphasizes two of the most important words you'll ever say in your life. Below this iconic phrase, all of your wedding details are spelled out in a mix of elegant typography.

Laura Hamm Whimsical Ampersand Wedding Invitations

If a bunch of loopy script isn't your thing, opt for a traditional wedding invitation that focuses more on streamlined typography instead. Here, the to-be-weds' initials get top billing with just a bit of flourish, while the rest of the text is simple and streamlined.

The Knot Romantic Calligraphy Wedding Invitations

This classic wedding invitation design sticks to a clean and timeless style, inviting guests in with modern ornamental calligraphy. Opt for a minimalist vibe by choosing a grey envelope, as opposed to the floral print alternative.

Seulghi Ethereal Elegance Wedding Invitations

When it comes to classic wedding invitations, it doesn't get more timeless than letterpress. The centuries-old style imprints your text into thick card stock paper, creating a luxurious and high-end effect. This design lets the technique speak for itself, relying on gorgeous script and a soft grey shade to bring the pretty.

The Knot Minimal Calligraphy Wedding Invitations

Your names, written in large classic script, perfectly contrast with the wedding date and location in an elegant serif type. The black text over a crisp white background gives us major black-tie vibes.

Timeless Script Wedding Invitations

The centered, stacked text on this wedding invitation adds a bit of modern flair, while the rest of the design keeps things classic and traditional. Looking to add one more hit of personality to your wedding stationery? Choose a cool envelope liner that coordinates with your wedding style.

The Knot Monogram Wreath Wedding Invitations

The first thing you'll see when you look at this invite is the gorgeous wreath of greenery. Use the monogram as inspiration for your big day and repeat it on items like cocktail napkins, welcome signs, place cards and more.

The Knot Timeless Typography Wedding Invitations

With traditional wording and timeless styling, this wedding invitation design highlights your names in elegant sans serif fonts. A romantic script also weaves throughout the design for variation.

So Crafty Studio Classic Blue Floral Wedding Invitation

There's no rule that says "traditional" has to mean black and white. This deep navy blue ink gives the design a little something extra. When paired with a standout envelope (that liner—swoon!), it's a suite guests won't soon forget.

The Knot Exquisite Calligraphy Wedding Invitations

Thanks to The Knot's in-house designers, the appearance of your names (including the spacing and flourishes) will be customized to ensure absolute perfection. Have you ever seen script so exquisitely gorgeous? This invite is elegance at its finest.

The Knot Elegantly Initialed Wedding Invitations

The details of your wedding day will do all the talking on this invite template, while your initials in elegant script swirl into the background.

The Knot Classically Elegant Wedding Invitation

You and your partner's names can take center stage on this wedding invitation suite, which also features equally stunning add-ons like table numbers, wedding programs and even stickers.

The Knot Natural Monogram Wedding Invitations

The color themes available in this wedding invite—which includes a watercolor envelope—are all very subtle and light. Plus, the monogram surrounded by florals with the couple's first initials brings all the traditional wedding details together with a touch of modern elegance.

Papier Sage Border Wedding Invitation

Add a pop of color to this traditional wedding invitation with a gorgeous sage border. The combination of block and cursive letters gives off an elegant first impression that would be perfect for a spring soirée.

Baby's Breath Foiled Wedding Invitation

Surround your wedding details with a frame of delicate rose gold foil and baby's breath wreath. The hoop will look like it's lifted off the page, thanks to the embossing of the foil.

Jen Banks Forever And Wedding Invitation

A foil-covered flourish adds a touch of feminine whimsy to this otherwise tranquil invite. Gold and silver are a forever-classic option, but you can also opt for a unique twist with ice blue or black foil, too.

Papier Script Monogram Wedding Invitation

A script monogram of your initials on this timeless invite gives guests a hint of the elegance that's to come on your wedding day. Moral of the invite: sometimes less is more!

Shine Invitation Ophelia Vellum Wedding Invitations

Even before your guests open this traditional wedding invite, they'll be wowed by a luxurious translucent vellum jacket and solid belly band embossed with a handcrafted wax seal. Included with each invitation are inner and outer envelopes to ensure extra protection.

NVus Designers Traditional Script

The calligraphy and monogram on this invite are printed on ecru cotton paper, giving them a vintage feel. With a traditional script throughout, your wedding invitations will feel like a European work of art.

Papier Filigree Wedding Invitation

For a vintage look and traditional wording, this filigree design will pair your wedding details with a Victorian flair. Team the design with a deep burgundy envelope for a bit of sophisticated drama.