Indian weddings run five to seven functions — but many couples send one generic card and wonder why the mehendi venue is packed and the sangeet hall is empty. The fix: separate invitation cards per function, each with its own date, venue, dress code, and guest list.
This guide covers mehendi invitation cards, haldi invitation cards, and sangeet invitation cards — free templates, sample wording, and WhatsApp sharing tips.
Why Separate Cards for Each Function?
| Function | Typical guest list | What the card must say |
|---|---|---|
| Mehendi | Women-centric, cousins, friends | Venue, timing, "ladies only" if applicable |
| Haldi | Close family, morning slot | Yellow dress code, home address |
| Sangeet | Larger — friends + family | Performances, cocktail vs family sangeet |
| Wedding | Full list | Muhurat, mandap, baraat timing |
| Reception | Often larger than ceremony | Formal dress code, hotel ballroom |
One combined card works for 50 guests. For 200+, function-specific cards reduce confusion and WhatsApp "which day?" questions.
Mehendi Invitation Card — Sample Wording
English:
With joy in our hearts, [Host names] invite you to the Mehendi ceremony of [Bride] & [Groom].
📅 [Date] · ⏰ [Time]
📍 [Venue, City]
We look forward to celebrating with you.
Hindi (Devanagari):
हर्ष के साथ, [परिवार के नाम] आपको [वर-वधू] की मेहंदी में सादर आमंत्रित करते हैं।
Design tips: Floral, yellow-orange palette, peacock or marigold motifs. Keep text large — elders read on phone screens.
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Haldi Invitation Card — Sample Wording
English:
Join us for the Haldi ceremony of [Bride] & [Groom]
Wear yellow — we'll provide the turmeric!
📅 [Date] · ⏰ Morning, [Time]
📍 [Home / Venue address]
Haldi cards are often informal — a bright yellow background with minimal text works better than ornate wedding-card styling.
Sangeet / Ladies Sangeet — Sample Wording
English:
You're invited to the Sangeet night of [Bride] & [Groom]
Dinner · Music · Celebrations
📅 [Date] · ⏰ [Time] onwards
📍 [Venue]
RSVP: [WhatsApp number]
For ladies sangeet, mention it explicitly so male colleagues do not assume they are invited.
Free vs Paid: Making Cards Online
| Tool | Mehendi/Haldi templates | Regional scripts | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| DesiEvite | Yes, function-specific | Limited | Free–₹4 |
| EasyInvite | Yes, 1000+ templates | Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Tamil | Free |
| Canva | Generic, search "mehendi invite" | Hit-or-miss | Free; Pro ₹499/mo |
| Riwaaz | Yes — filter by occasion | Devanagari, Gurmukhi, Gujarati, Tamil | Free PNG download |
Create each function card in under 5 minutes: pick template → edit names & venue → download PNG → WhatsApp forward.
WhatsApp Sharing Tips
- Send function cards only to that function's guest list — use WhatsApp broadcast lists (max 256 per list)
- Caption with one line — "Mehendi invite for [Date] — save the date!"
- Follow with video for the main wedding — animated video invitations get 3× more replies than static images
- Link to wedding website for RSVP — multi-event wedding website tracks who is coming to which function
Engagement & Save the Date Cards
Send save the date cards 3–4 months before — one card with all function dates, no full wording yet. Full mehendi/haldi/sangeet cards go out 4–6 weeks before each event.
Bottom Line
Mehendi invitation card, haldi invitation card, and sangeet invitation card — treat each as its own design with its own guest list. Riwaaz offers 130+ free templates you can customize and download without sign-up or watermark.
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