How to make your wedding unforgetable

Make sure your wedding guests have an absolute blast by including these small, but important details throughout your big day.

Keep Your Ceremony Brief

Don't get us wrong, your friends and family are present at your big day to see you get married — but no one wants to watch a drawn out ceremony. Keep the actual proceedings (not including entrances and exits) around 20 minutes so you won't lose anyone's attention.

Choose a Personalized Program

While we're on the topic of the ceremony, don't forget about creating a wedding program. By personalizing this piece of stationery with interesting details about you and your groom, a breakdown of the ceremony's proceedings, and any important information they should know (like a translation of traditional vows or that you'd prefer photos aren't taken) you'll capture their attention and get all of those key details across. Plus, it will keep them busy if the event runs a little late

Use a Wedding App or Hashtag

There are many great wedding apps to choose from for your big day. Some interactive apps allow guests to upload wedding photos into one curated place, while others keep your friends and family up on any wedding-related news. Want something even easier? Create clever hashtag and ask guests to tag all of their photos using it.

Give Out-of-Town Guests a Welcome Basket

Whether you're hosting a destination wedding or a hometown bash, some of your guests had to travel to be a part of your big day. To show your appreciation, give welcome bags for guests staying at hotels. Include a few snacks, bottles of water, and a list of local resources, like the nearest drug store, restaurants and coffee shops, plus any nearby attractions. If you're able to splurge, throw in a bottle of wine, tasty local treats like an artisanal cheese or candy, and a guidebook.