Wedding websites are a relatively recent addition to a couple’s information as they plan their wedding. It’s a great way to provide information to your guests. The website can be designed by you or you can find a web designer to help you design the website. Let’s dive into what a wedding website is and what you can do with it.
What Is a Wedding Website?
A wedding website is a central hub for information about your wedding. It will have information about your wedding, such as locations, travel accommodations, and share your story. This is also a place where you can share your registry and post wedding photos and memories of your wedding day. The website is also an easy way for you to see who is coming and communicate with guests.
What To Include On Your Wedding Website
More General Information About the Wedding
While your invitation will have basic information, your wedding website can have more details. Your registry is one of the main things to include on your website as your guests will have easy access to the items you’ve listed. Dress code details are a great idea to put on your website as you can have more information than just “formal”, “semi-formal”, and “cocktail.” Having a page for your love story can be a fun way to introduce your guests to how you came to be as a couple.
Travel, Accommodations, and Local Things to Do
This is more for out-of-town guests or destination weddings. In the travel section, in addition to listing the basic schedule, include information about the nearest airport, recommended hotels and transportation/transfers for your guests to get around. If you booked a local hotel with special rates for your wedding be sure to note that. You can also share information about local sights and activities for your guests when not at your wedding.
Menu
Include a page on your website with menu selections so guests can submit their dinner preference. Posting your full menu is also a good idea because guests can make any notes they need due to allergies. This is also a great way to talk up any regional specialties you’ll be including like appetizers, desserts, and any drinks/cocktails you may have.
Rules For the Event
This can be placed anywhere on your website, but if there are special guidelines it may be best to include them on a separate page. Including children may be a discussion topic, particularly if you do not want children below a certain age at your wedding.
Be clear and specific about including children at the ceremony and/or reception. Also on the page, talk about the rules for social media and your event. Some couples don’t want any photos of the event; some are okay with any photos of the event and some may want to pre-approve any photos that are posted on social media. Again, be clear and specific about your guidelines about posting on social media. If photos/video are allowed, don’t forget to post your wedding hashtag so your guests can celebrate your wedding.
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