Are you planning a couples wedding shower and need invitations to go along with it? You’ve come to the right place! In this blog post, we’ll talk about the difference between a couples wedding shower and a traditional bridal shower, plus what kind of invitations to get and what the proper invite wording is.

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A couples wedding shower is a unique alternative to a bridal shower where guests are co-ed in attendance.

The gathering is similar to an engagement party in that many guests receive an invite vs. just the ladies; however, it is still a wedding shower! You’ll serve a tasty meal, the couple will complete a gift registry, and guests will compete in games to win prizes. :)

Couples Wedding Shower Invitation Wording

The wording for couples wedding shower invitations are similar to a traditional bridal shower invite.

The only major difference is you both of the couple’s names are included on the invitation. In addition, the wording “please join us for a couples’ shower” vs. “bridal shower” phrasing is different. And last but not least, the timing of the actual party may occur later in the evening instead of a luncheon, which is typically the norm for a bridal shower. For example, an I DO BBQ couples’ shower may begin at 6pm with a cookout outdoors vs. a 12pm luncheon.

Where to Buy Couples Shower Invites

The first step to planning a great party? The invitation! For a couples’ shower, you can buy invitations from Minted here with proper wording and language for the celebration. When you shop their collection, you’ll notice how quickly you’ll find the perfect color palette and theme to work with; for 2022 and 2023, we’re seeing wedding shower themes with bbq, beer tasting, and stock the bar themes in high demand. We’re also finding garden parties and brunch to be fun options for a shower.

To inspire you, we’re rounding up the best couples shower invites for 2022 from Minted with the top trends.

Many of the designs can come with a matching enclosure card: include the registry information, a date night idea, marriage advice, or a recipe! There’s even a fun cocktail recipe card for a stock-the-bar theme. You’ll see some of these additions in the list below. Enjoy!

Couples Wedding Shower Invitations

1. Shower Invite with Display Shower Card

This modern and bold invitation is perfect for a couples’ shower with a fun and casual look and feel. This invite also features a display shower card: it is an enclosure telling guests to bring the shower gift unwrapped to put on display vs. unwrapping the gifts in front of everyone. It’s a newish trend you’ll see more often at showers in 2022 + 2023. Get it here.

by heather schertzer

2. Photo Invitations

For a classic wedding shower with couples invited, choose this new invitation design featuring a photo of the happy couple, a classic font, and a beautiful color palette. Buy here.

by eric clegg

3. I Do BBQ Invitations

Plan a wedding shower theme with a BBQ feast, complete with cute invites like these and a recipe card insert! Guests will bring the recipe cards to the wedding shower; you can collect the cards and put them into a recipe book with family and friends’ faves. Get it here.