10 Hen do invitation ideas.

Key things to include in a hen do invite.

Traditionally the hen do is organised by the maid of honour, but this isn’t a hard-and-fast rule. Sometimes the rest of the bridesmaids get involved too – it’s a big task after all!

Whoever’s in charge, here are some important details that shouldn’t be missed from your hen do invites:

1. Name of the bride and host – Hopefully everyone on the guest list will already know the bride’s name. But anyhow, make sure this is front and centre on your invitations for the hen party – so you all remember who you’re celebrating.
2. Date and time of the party – The bigger the group or the more adventurous the activity, the more you may have to plan in advance. Don’t forget to add this detail to the invite so people can put it in their diaries.
3. Location of the event/activities – Whether it’s an extravagant weekend away or a wholesome spa afternoon, make sure you add the time and place of any activities on your hen do invitation.
4. Theme – It’s time to let your imagination shine and reveal your theme. Planning an 80s-inspired weekend away or a tropical staycation cocktail evening? Let your bride and guests know a little more about what to expect, including what to wear.

5 hen weekend invitation ideas.

The world’s your oyster when it comes to creating your hen party cards. If your bride wants the full works with a weekend extravaganza, why not consider some of these fun hen weekend invite ideas?

1. Share an itinerary for your weekend.

If you’re planning to fit a lot of things into your hen weekend away, why not make an itinerary to display on the hen weekend invitations? That way everyone will know what time the sunrise yoga and morning mimosas start.

2. Send a postcard from the destination.

Planning a destination hen do? You could send a postcard of the location as your invites to the guest list. A postcard from Greece as a hen do invite will also double up as a lovely keepsake after the trip.

3. Make custom t-shirts for the whole group.

There’s no such thing as too much when it comes to a hen party. Make each guest a custom T-shirt to go with their hen weekend invitation. Choose a slogan that sums up your friendship group or a picture of your bride and the year of the hen party.

4. Record a video invite that includes clues.

For the tech-savvy maid of honour, show off your video editing skills with a digital hen do invite. Create a video that includes clues of what the hen do will entail – just be sure to follow up afterwards with the plan of action.

5. Create a hen do group on social media.

For something simple but effective, orchestrate the plan on social media. Make a group chat or event page with a personalised banner detailing the key event details. Add the guest list and keep them in the loop with the plan for the hen weekend.

5 hen night invitation ideas.

If you’re keeping things simple with a one-night hen do, you’d better make it count with a thoughtful hen night invitation. Whether you’re planning a risqué evening with bubbly or a wholesome cooking class, take inspiration from our hen party card ideas.

1. Hold a special dinner party.

Choose the bride’s favourite cuisine and create menu cards for your hen do invitation. Whether they’re mad for Mexican food or in love with Italian, these invites are sure to go down a treat.

2. Host a movie night.

Plan a wholesome evening with your bride and their best friends. Invite them along with a personalised movie poster, with the bride as the main character from their favourite film.

3. Organise a hen sleepover party.

Go old school and invite your bride to a sleepover party in their honour. From face masks and nail painting to wine and chocolates, craft their perfect night in. Create a party flyer detailing the events of the night.

4. Plan a murder mystery party.

Add a sinister spin to the evening by throwing a murder mystery party – perfect for any thriller-loving bride. Send a hen do invitation to each guest with the name of their character to set the scene. Include a personalised dress code for each guest to help them really get into character.

5. Book a cooking or cocktail making class.

Plan an evening full of fine food and drink to celebrate in style. Whether you’re making Vietnamese spring rolls or embarking on a cocktail masterclass, you’ll have a great time and learn something too. Why not keep it a surprise in the invite and send them to the address?