Separating the men's wedding invitation from the women's means creating two independent links, one for each celebration: a link for the men's gathering with the fathers' names as hosts, the dinner time and the location of the men's hall, and another for the women's celebration with the mothers' names, the time of the zaffa, and privacy notes such as no photography and no children. Keeping them apart protects the privacy of the women's celebration and stops the guest lists and RSVPs of the two halls from mixing.
This guide sets out the main differences in wording the two invitations and gives ready-made texts for each hall, with a simple way to manage both.
What are the real differences between the men's and the women's invitation? #
At Saudi, Gulf and Jordanian weddings, the men's celebration differs from the women's in several important details:
- The hosts: the men's invitation is issued formally in the names of the groom's father, the bride's father and their brothers, while the women's invitation is usually worded in the names of the groom's mother, the bride's mother and the women of the family.
- Times and programme: the men's gathering usually starts straight after the Isha prayer and consists of receiving guests and the dinner, while the women's celebration starts later and includes the reception, the music, the zaffa and cutting the cake.
- Privacy notes: the women's invitation needs firm but tactful notes asking guests not to take photos on their phones, to protect privacy, along with notes about children. The men's gathering doesn't need these.
- The location: the two events may be held in halls far apart or with completely separate entrances, and each side needs its own map.
Ready-made wording for the men's invitation (wedding dinner) #
A dignified, direct text for the men's hall:
(Groom's father's name) and (bride's father's name) are honoured to invite you to the wedding and dinner on the occasion of the marriage of their son (groom's name), on the evening of (day and date) at (venue name or family diwan). Your presence is an honour and your good wishes add to our joy. Details and location through the link: (invitation link)
Another version for younger guests and the groom's friends:
I would be delighted and honoured to have you at my wedding and dinner on the evening of (day) at (venue name). I look forward to sharing the joy of a lifetime with you: (invitation link)
Ready-made wording for the women's invitation #
A refined, affectionate text for the ladies' celebration:
Our night will be brighter with you, and our joy complete in your company. (Umm ...) and (Umm ...) are honoured to invite you to share a beautiful evening on the occasion of the wedding of our dear (groom's name) and (bride's name), on the evening of (day) at (hall name). Kindly confirm your attendance through the link: (invitation link)
A line of notes can be added at the end of the invitation:
A note for everyone's privacy: we kindly ask guests not to take photos on their phones inside the hall, and with all our love we ask that children are not brought, for your comfort.
How do you manage two separate invitations on Koroty without double the work? #
Instead of puzzling over one link that mixes the men's and women's headcounts, you can create two invitations:
- A separate invitation for each hall: design the men's invitation in a dignified style with the men's names, and the women's invitation in a softer design with a photo gallery and music.
- An automatic 50% discount: after you activate your first invitation, Koroty gives you 50% off automatically on every further invitation, so the women's or the nikah invitation costs half.
- Separate tracking: you see who has confirmed for the men's gathering to plan the dinner and the hall, and how many are attending the women's celebration to plan its tables and hospitality.
- A family link: you can send the family link to the bride's or groom's mother so she adds her own guests.
Frequently asked questions #
Can the men's guests see the details of the women's invitation? #
No. Each invitation is an independent link showing only the information, venue and photos you chose for that invitation, and both are hidden from search engines.
Can I choose a different design for the women's invitation? #
Yes, certainly. You can choose a traditional or calm design for the men's invitation, and an envelope with a wax seal and gentle music for the women's, from the 14 designs available on Koroty.
How do I avoid clashing replies if a whole family is invited? #
Send the men's invitation to the head of the household or the young man, with the men's hall link, and the women's invitation to the lady of the house, with the women's hall link. Each then confirms attendance for their own hall accurately.
The bottom line #
Separating the men's invitation from the women's reflects deep respect for tradition and care for the comfort and privacy of guests on both sides. Design your first invitation for your wedding now, and use Koroty to organise two complete celebrations.
