One way to personalize your wedding is to toss the idea of a traditional guest book and have some fun with it instead! Loved ones can still leave their well-wishes, but instead of doing so in a book, invite them to write on a future piece of décor, leave their mark on puzzle pieces for future game days, or even provide ideas for date nights... The options are endless.
It seems that nearly every couple's main goal is to personalize their wedding. When planning the details of their special day, customizing any item possible helps pairs infuse their personality into the event – whether they're having a laid-back soirée or a formal fête. Friends and family are coming from near and far to celebrate your marriage, so why not share your love story throughout the ceremony and reception?
One way to personalize your wedding is to toss the idea of a traditional guest book and have some fun with it instead! Loved ones can still leave their well-wishes and sign their names, but instead of doing so in a book, invite them to write on a future piece of décor for your home, leave their mark on puzzle pieces or Jenga blocks for future games on rainy days, or even provide ideas for date night and advice for milestone anniversaries... The options are endless. The first step is to decide what is of important to you as a couple, and go from there!
For some ideas, take a look at 11 unique alternatives to the traditional guest book, below! Discover more inspiration by clicking on each photo to see more from these real weddings.
1. Polished Wood Display
Ideal for a rustic wedding, consider having guests sign a beautiful slab of polished wood. As a bonus, the piece can be displayed in your home for years to come. Photo by Brett Butterstein Photography; Floral Design by Bella Flora of Dallas; Planning & Design by Diamond Affairs Weddings and Special Events
2. Puzzle Pieces
For the couple who loves game night, ask loved ones to sign individual puzzle pieces that all work together to create a unique custom puzzle. Photo by Bonnie Sen Photography; Floral Design by Amaryllis Floral & Event Design
If you're serving a wine that's special to you and your beloved during the reception, consider having the same wine variety in a magnum-sized bottle for guests to sign with metallic markers. Another idea is to leave a large bottle on each table. That way, you can open the bottles on future anniversaries and read the sweet sentiments from your wedding day. Photo by David Michael Photography
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