At its heart, your wedding is about you and your spouse-to-be. It's easy to lose sight of this important central theme in the midst of all the , flower consultations, and brainstorming—but it's obviously paramount. Why, then, shouldn't you weave bits and pieces of you and your loves' interests, personalities, and love story into the design of your big day? After all, anyone can , but your history is one-of-a-kind, and it's certainly worth telling on your big day.
Enter the following personalized wedding ideas from . From miniature sailboat table numbers that offer a nod to your childhood summers on the Cape to that showcase family and friends and double as escort cards, these details all help inject moments of personality into your . We were also sure to include a broad range of ceremony- and reception-related accents—think seating cards, , favors, and even desserts!—so you can choose where and when to make this kind of statement.
Whatever type of personal moment you decide to include, these all work to help your big day feel a little bit more like you. Whether you're looking for a way to show off , share a few personal, funny relationship facts with guests, or make your vows even more poignant, there's an example here to help even the most formal of weddings feel intimate. Click through the gallery to discover all of the creative ideas that are sure to make your own big day feel that much more up-close and personal.
The bride created place cards by printing guests' names onto tracing paper and adding the same wax seal she designed for the invitation. She topped the ornate glass chargers with a single rose. "Each place setting had a quote about love from our favorite films, TV programs, or books to add a personal touch for each of our guests," she said.
Letterpress napkins with the couple's monogram paired well with other cocktail hour essentials, like coasters and drink stirrers, that featured a sketch of the couple's dog.
Whether you choose to write your own vows or not, write your promises down in a personalized notebook. This couple opted for vintage-inspired ones that they can cherish for years to come.
"The paper cranes represent good fortune and prosperity for marriage," said the groom. Others were displayed in the shape of two dragons, matching the couple's Chinese zodiac signs.
Custom traditional jewish yarmulkes made from white linen and accented with a printed banana-leaf detail, with the couple's original wedding date and location inscribed inside, make for a beautiful personalized sentiment for all guests who partake.
Vintage monograms inspired the couple's custom crest, designed by , complete with roses, for the couple. The embossed crest offered an elevated decoration for the pair's wedding invitations.
Part cheering prop part program, the couple opted for miniature programs for their special day. They displayed the couple's initials, along with a drawing of the mountains where the wedding took place. Meanwhile, Guests waved the flags as the couple walked down the aisle.
Some of the most intimate wedding moments happen while no one's looking—and in this case, where no one's looking. Make your groom's getting-ready session all the more personal by leaving a handwritten note on the sole of his shoe, complete with your anniversary date.
Ask your guests to give you all marriage advice you'll ever need with this mad libs-style game. Simply set up a station with a sign (how cute is this one by ?) explaining the activity. Just imagine how fun, personal, and touching reading the responses will be—chances are, they'll come in handy down the road.
You chose your venue because it spoke to you and your wedding vision. Why not include an illustration of the pretty space, like this one by , on your wedding signage? Alternatively, consider adding a watercolor version of your new home or your beloved pup.
Make getting ready with your favorite girls, one of the most personal hours of the day, even more special by gifting each woman a dress hangers inscribed with their names and your wedding date. They also double as special keepsakes that they'll actually use.
Not having a beloved family member with you on one of the biggest days of your life feels impossible. To honor their memory, consider tucking note cards into guests' napkins, asking them to take a private moment to think of that loved one. Including their favorite flower or herb is another added personal touch that will help you and everyone else feel their presence.
Looking to add a personal touch to your dessert table? Pay homage to the place you grew up by serving up state-shaped treats. Better yet, ask your confectioner to ice them with the state's official flower.
Exchanging vows is one thing; spelling them out on a scroll backdrop, like this one designed by , so that they're an integral part of your wedding ceremony takes it to a whole new level. You'll literally be standing on these words as your officiant pronounces you wed, which beautifully symbolizes the bedrock of your marriage.
Dress up your cocktail bar—how incredible is this greenery-covered piece designed by and ?—by spelling out your new last name. It's a small but splashy way to make your event décor feel more like you and is sure to be one of the most-Instagrammed elements of the evening.
Add a subtle nod to your favorite sports team by featuring their logo (these were created by !) on your pretty place cards. Just don't be surprised when your out-of-town guests rib you for it—especially if they support your rival.
Whether you're both diehard adventurers seeking your next travel destination or simply crowdsourcing to plan your later-moon, a "Where should we go?" sign, like this one by , and accompanying postcards are a great way to inform future married trips—and learn a little bit more about your guests' favorite places in the meantime. Set up a cute mailbox to house their suggestions for an added on-theme touch.
Is there a phrase that you and your now-spouse use on the regular? If he follows up your "I love you" with "Love you more," consider incorporating his response into your wedding signage. We love this geometric version from , which perfectly showcased this personal sentiment.
Connect your big day to the past weddings of your family members by setting up a shelved photo display. This poignant and personal touch is also something that Grandma is sure to appreciate.
To stay warm well into the evening, pop a personalized denim jacket on over your wedding dress. The bride bought hers from and enlisted to embroider on her nickname, references to her bachelorette party, and married moniker.
Escort cards don't have to be so serious. Make like this couple and guide guests to their seats with inside joke-inspired doodle-embellished notes that you can hand-draw on your own.
Portrait-style illustrations of the two of you doing your favorite things (dancing, lounging by the pool, and perhaps most importantly, binging your favorite Netflix shows) are the definition of personal. Copy these newlyweds and enlist an artist (these portraits were done by ) to help capture your likeness.
A DIY project never looked so fun. Have a blast stalking all your guests for old photos and print them on Polaroid-style cardstock for the ultimate personal (albeit slightly embarrassing) throwback.
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