Planning a wedding involves quite a bit of timing and organization. A well-timed wedding website can streamline communication with your guests, manage RSVPs, and share essential details about your big day. So, when is the best time to order your wedding website? Here’s a timeline to guide you through the process.
Right After the Engagement
Congratulations on your engagement! This is an exciting time filled with joy and celebration. It’s also the perfect moment to start thinking about your wedding website. Here’s why:
- Save-the-Date Information: Even if you don’t have all the details yet, you can provide a preliminary announcement and key dates.
- Share Your Engagement Story: Use your website to share the story of how you met and got engaged, keeping friends and family in the loop.
All ‘Bells of White’ websites have a complimentary Save-the-Date page
8-12 Months Before the Wedding
About a year before your wedding is an ideal time to start adding informations to your wedding website. At this stage, you likely have some key details in place:
- Venue and Date: Confirm your wedding date and venue, and include this information on your website.
- Accommodation Options: Start listing accommodation recommendations for out-of-town guests.
- Engagement Photos: If you’ve had an engagement photo shoot, upload those beautiful images to your site.
- Wedding Party Bios: Introduce your wedding party with short bios and photos, adding a personal touch.
With our Websites you simply have to send in your informations and we’ll take care of the rest.
6-4 Months Before the Wedding
Six to eight months before your wedding is crucial for planning and organizing. Here’s what you can add to your website if you haven’t already:
- Detailed Schedule: Provide a detailed schedule of events, including the ceremony, reception, and any other pre- or post-wedding activities.
- Registry Information: Add links to your wedding registry, making it easy for guests to find and purchase gifts.
- Travel Information: Offer travel tips and details for guests, including airport information, car rentals, and public transportation options.
- RSVP Functionality: Enable the RSVP feature on your website, allowing guests to confirm their attendance and meal preferences.
- FAQs Section: Anticipate common questions and provide answers, such as dress code, parking information, and kids policy.
2-4 Months Before the Wedding
With just a few months left until the big day, your wedding website should be fully operational and up-to-date:
- Final Updates: Make any necessary updates to the schedule, accommodations, or travel information.
- Reminder Emails: Send out reminder emails to guests, directing them to your website for the latest information.
1-2 Months Before the Wedding
In the final stretch, use your wedding website to ensure everything runs smoothly:
- Last-Minute Changes: Quickly communicate any last-minute changes or updates to your guests.
- Day-Of Details: Provide detailed day-of information, including timelines and contact details for the wedding planner or key people.
- Encourage RSVPs: Follow up with guests who haven’t yet RSVP’d, reminding them to confirm their attendance through the website.
Final Tips:
- Keep It Updated: Regularly update your website with new information and changes to keep your guests informed.
- Promote Your Website: Include the URL on save-the-dates, invitations, and any Social Media you use.
- Don’t Stress: With Bells of White we don’t just offer beautiful Templates, but we also implement everything so you can focus on planning your actual Wedding.
