Put a Ring On It! 20 Perfect Engagement Party Invitations

You said yes and finally put a ring on it, congratulations! You and your spouse-to-be have an exciting season of planning and celebrations ahead of you. Soon enough, you’ll be attending a bridal shower, bachelorette party, and rehearsal dinner. Kick off this time with a fun engagement soirée. In this guide, we have festive engagement party invitations for every kind of affair.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, sophisticated intimate dinner, or all-out bash, these engagement invitations will get friends and family excited to take part in your journey. Cheers!

Engagement Party Invitations for a Betrothment Brunch

In case you need an excuse to drink champagne in the afternoon, an engagement brunch is just the ticket. This celebration is perfect for a mid-sized group of 15 guests or fewer at the new spot in town or at your and your partner’s trusty favorite. You can even host the event at home in your enchanting backyard. 

Choose a charming engagement invite to welcome guests to this special, intimate affair. Here are some of our favorites.

1. Waffley Wedded Invitation

Design: Sogi’s Honey Bakeshop

Hand-drawn illustrations of buttery waffles, avocado toast, and bottles of bubbly take center stage on this artsy invitation. A mix of stylish hand-script and retro fonts lend a throwback aesthetic for couples who never go out of style. Waffley Wedded can also work if you’re hosting a family brunch the day after your nuptials.

Match it to your event decor by choosing linens that match the invite color palette. Take the engagement decorations to new heights by adding fresh greenery and metallic coasters for an elegant vibe.

2. Bubbly Invitation

Design: Claudia Owen

Sometimes, less is more. This adorable minimal invitation features the delicious texture of champagne or sparkling wine in gold or pink. Atop the bubbly background, the simple contemporary text holds all of your party details. Whether you’re hosting at a restaurant or from your own kitchen, just make sure there is plenty of champagne involved.

3. Champagne Grid Invitation

Design: Claudia Owen

Since we know the bubbly stuff is the star of brunch, why not choose an invitation that focuses on champagne? Sleek rose gold foil lettering pops against a black background. Graphic typography declares, “Pop the champagne,” and your party details are interspersed throughout in smaller text. The elegant style can also work as a chic bachelorette party invitation, rehearsal dinner invitation, or holiday engagement invite.

4. Champagne Bubbles Invitation

Design: Heather Schertzer Art + Design

Toast to the future Mr. and Mr./Mrs. and Mrs./Mr. and Mrs. with this bubbly engagement party card design. Featuring a modern vibe with geometric designs and metallic elements, it’s sure to catch the eye of your guests — and they’ll be hitting yes to RSVP to your brunch engagement party. You can also use this design to celebrate other memorable fêtes including New Year’s or Valentine’s Day.

Engagement Party Invitations to Say “I Do” With BBQ

A backyard barbecue is the perfect way for laid-back couples to celebrate in the warmer months. To mark the occasion, choose a summery invite decorated with barbecue classics like trendy gingham and summery florals.

5. Rustic Succulents Invitation

Design: Carmia Jordaan

A rustic wood background lends a shabby-chic flair to this colorful invitation. A watercolor-painted floral succulent frame reveals textured cardstock underneath. A mix of playful script and classic text offers both style and room for all of your party specifics. This design can also double as a summertime bridal shower invitation.

6. Trendy Gingham Invitation

Design: Jen Montgomery

Nothing says barbecue picnic like ants and gingham. But for wedding stationery, we’ll just take the gingham. Choose from classic red or blue with this understated gingham invite. Stylized text announces the occasion and the names of the happy couple. What better way to share your big news with the future wedding party and all of your loved ones?

7. I Do BBQ Invitation

Design: Jen Montgomery

Perfect for a couples shower or barbecue engagement party, this clever invitation has it all. A graphic charcoal grill flanks stylized text that reads, “I do BBQ,” with a special diamond on the O. Below, a subtle gingham pattern drives the picnic theme home. Choose from summery peach, mustard, green, or turquoise on a soft gray background.

8. Gingham BBQ Invitation

Design: Stacey Meacham Design, LLC

For meat lovers, this festive invitation turns your backyard into a stylish gastropub. A chalkboard background holds all of your party details in the contemporary stylized text surrounded by a classic gingham border. An adorable pig in a party hat completes the celebratory vibes.

Engagement Party Invitations for an Intimate Dinner

There will be plenty of big bashes before the wedding. If you have a tight-knit group of friends and family, invite the crew for an intimate dinner in honor of your big news. Set the tone with a chic invitation that isn’t too over-the-top, just like your affair.

9. Letterpress Botanical Invitation

Design: Signature Greenvelope

The elevated letterpress style is as timeless as you on this understated invitation. Muted white and green offer a natural aesthetic perfect for an elegant dinner for your near and dear. The modern text lays out all of your dinner party details in a stylized script and a metallic envelope liner adds a touch of glam. 

10. Rustic Twinkle Invitation

Design: Jessica Williams

Glowing lights give the wood grain background just enough sparkle on this rustic invitation. The sparkly aesthetic is perfect for an intimate dinner or evening affair. It can also work as a wedding invitation for barn or vineyard nuptials.

11. Agate Vellum Invitation

Design: Colin Cowie

This luxe contemporary design recreates the look of a vellum paper invitation. An agate-inspired background features artful layered brush strokes and gold-foil accents that bring all the details to life. A white textured cardstock inlay holds your invitation wording and RSVP details.

12. Sparkling String Lights Invitation

Design: Robinson Creative House

The sparkling string lights on this elegant invitation are reminiscent of cafe lights on your favorite restaurant’s outdoor patio. For all of your invitation details, simple white script and contemporary text pop against the dark background.

Engagement Party Invitations for a Big Time Bash

You only get engaged once, so why not go all out? If you’re a more-the-merrier type of couple, set the tone with an all-inclusive party invitation. Start with a playful design and customize from there to create a custom engagement party invitation with all of your celebration details.

13. She Said Yes Invitation

Design: Claudia Owen

She said yes! This invitation says it all with elegant gold foil typography set against a kraft paper texture. Invite everyone on the guest list to a celebratory cocktail party to kick off your many wedding events.

14. He Finally Asked Invitation

Design: Claudia Owen

It may have felt like the proposal took forever, but your big day will be here before you know it. This hilarious invitation is the perfect way to share the good news with everyone in your circle and invite them to a fun engagement bash. Hand-written gold foil lettering features a subtle brush stroke effect for a charming aesthetic.

15. Diamond Drop Invitation

Design: Claudia Owen

Drop the confetti! This ultra-modern invitation just screams “party.” Clever contemporary type features subtle metallic lettering. Above, graphic diamonds feature gold and rose gold foil mixed with matte black for a glam aesthetic.

16. Mod Celebrate Invitation

Design: Claudia Owen

This flexible invitation can work for everything from birthday parties to graduation announcements, but we like it best for a free-wheeling engagement party. Gradient rainbow hues set the tone for a fun affair, and contemporary text lends graphic appeal. If rainbow isn’t your speed, choose from a sleek black and rose gold foil or a classic gray and black design.

Engagement Party Invitations for a Boat Party

If you love a nautical theme, celebrate your recent engagement on a boat. Whether you choose to have a small group of loved ones on a sailboat or opt to rent a large yacht to celebrate with a big group of friends, these invites are sure to have people saying yes on their RSVP.

17. Big Bold Crab Invitation

Design: Patrice Horvath Design

Plan a seafood boil to honor your engagement with this sea-inspired invite. It features a watercolor crab in blue or red hues and decorative text that creates a festive tone. Best of all, the invitation suite includes a matching thank you card so you can follow after the event with cohesive stationery. This invite also works well as a nautical-themed adult birthday invitation or baby shower invitation.

18. Nautical Infinity Knot Invitation

Design: Jen Montgomery

For a fancier fĂŞte honoring the engaged couple, this engagement invite template features nautical elements like a rope tied in an infinity knot. Flowy, refined script adds a hint of elegance and you can choose from four artist-created color palettes.

Engagement Party Invitations For Costume Parties

Wedding planning is serious business, but engagement parties can be more casual and laid-back. Kick off the festivities with a little fun by hosting a costume party for your engagement celebration. Choose from eras like the 1920s or opt for characters from your favorite series to set the tone for a fun evening.

19. Lined Arch Invitation

Design: Claudia Owen

Plan a 1920s-themed party to celebrate your engagement with this art deco photo card invite. It lets you upload your favorite engagement photo to share with loved ones. Plus, you can use it as a save the date card as well. 

Ask guests to wear their best Great Gatsby attire (flapper dresses and three-piece suits) and serve up things like oysters rockefeller, stuffed olives, and deviled eggs at the big event. Bonus points if you host the event at a speakeasy or decorate the space with velvet lounge seating and art deco pieces.

20. Romantic Florals Invitation

Design: Jen Montgomery

Want to plan a Bridgerton-themed costume celebration for your engagement party? This fairytale garden invite template is the perfect way to invite guests to join. It features a delicate border of flowers and greenery framing the event details and is topped by an elegant monogram. 

In the text box, be sure to ask guests to wear Bridgerton-inspired attire. Set up the venue with fine linens including lace tablecloths and cloth napkins. For centerpieces, put together DIY flower arrangements inspired by Bridgerton with hydrangeas, lilies, tulips, and roses.

You Put a Ring On It!

An engagement is one of the happiest occasions of your life, just barely coming in second to your actual wedding day. That milestone deserves a celebration of its very own before you embark on a time filled with planning and wedding events. Plan a party that’s right for you, from an intimate dinner to a laid-back backyard barbecue to an all-out bash. Whichever you choose, we’ve got a digital invitation for that.

Stuck trying to figure out what type of engagement party you want? View our Stationers blog to get inspiration for decor and themes.