Your wedding day is a celebration of love and the start of a new chapter in your life. It’s an event filled with joy, laughter, and cherished moments. To ensure that your special day runs smoothly and is truly memorable, every detail matters. We love creating beautiful wedding printing for before the wedding and on the day of the wedding.
One often-overlooked detail that can make a significant difference is wedding signage. In this guide, we’ll explore the world of wedding signage, from welcoming your guests with style to ensuring they can effortlessly navigate your venue.
Creating the Perfect Wedding Signage for Your Special Day
The Significance of Wedding Signage
Wedding signage is more than just a practical necessity; it’s a storyteller, a guide, and an element of your wedding decor. It sets the tone for your event and provides essential information to your guests. As they say, the devil is in the details, and well-designed signage can elevate your wedding in more ways than one.
What happens when a wedding lacks signage? Rather than focusing on enjoying your day, you might be caught up with showing people where to go and what to do. Especially if the venue is complex or doesn’t have a clear layout (such as being at a beach or park, where the setup could be anywhere in a large space), people could end up running late and getting lost, interrupting your ceremony. Some simple signage can significantly reduce stress on the day, so you can focus on being the centre of attention – because you’re getting married, not because people keep asking you where to find toilets.
Types of Wedding Signage
Wedding signage can come in various forms, with each type of sign serving a unique purpose. You might use one, several, or all depending on your needs and budget. The most important thing is to make an informed choice and know what to expect so that your wedding day runs smoothly.
Here are four types of signs you might include in your wedding:
Welcome Signs: Inviting Guests with Style
Your welcome sign is the first thing your guests will see as they arrive at your wedding venue. It’s the warm embrace that sets the mood for the day. Consider creative designs that reflect your personality and wedding theme. From rustic wooden boards to elegant acrylic signs, there are countless options to explore. Typically your welcome sign will include the names of the couple, and the date, such as ‘Welcome to the wedding of X and X — 9/10/23’. It will likely be mounted in some way; easels are popular.
Navigating the Venue with Directional Signage
For larger or outdoor wedding venues, directional signage is essential. Arrows, signposts, and hanging signs guide guests to different areas of your celebration. Signs to the ceremony, the reception (if at the same venue), toilets, food and water, plus exit signs for safety where appropriate. Make sure your directional signage is not only functional but also in harmony with your overall decor.
Showcasing the Seating Chart
Seating charts are indispensable for helping guests find their assigned seats. They come in various styles, from traditional boards to unique alternatives like vintage windowpanes or hanging frames. It should clearly state the seating arrangement, clearly showing where the tables are and who goes where. It can also include helpful details such as where amenities will be. Personalise your seating chart to reflect your love story and wedding theme.
Informative and Interactive Signage
Beyond directions, consider informative and interactive signage. Ceremony program boards, photo booth signs, and guestbook instructions can all add to the guest experience. You could also use signs to make note of cultural or religious expectations for the event that not everyone might be aware of, for example asking people to remove their hats as they enter. Make the signs visually appealing and engaging to capture your guests’ attention.
DIY vs. Professional Signage
The decision to create wedding signage yourself or opt for professional printing depends on your vision, time, and budget. DIY signage allows for a personal touch and can be a fun project, especially for smaller weddings. However, for larger or more intricate designs, professional printing ensures consistency and high-quality results. When using a professional printer, you can still personalise each sign and design it yourself or in conjunction with a designer. This is really the best of both worlds, reducing stress and creating the perfect product for your day. Printing Brisbane offers expert printing and design services to bring your vision to life.
Materials and Styles for Wedding Signage
Selecting the right materials and styles for your wedding signage is crucial for achieving the desired look and feel. Every part of your wedding’s aesthetic goes towards cultivating the perfect vibe for your special day, from the wedding dress and venue to the stationery and signage. To create a beautiful event that represents the theme you desire and the romance between the couple, every design aspect should be considered with care.
Materials:
- Wood: Ideal for rustic or vintage themes, wood lends a natural charm to your signage.
- Acrylic: Sleek and modern, acrylic signs are versatile and can match various wedding styles.
- Chalkboard: Perfect for a whimsical or bohemian wedding, chalkboard signs offer a touch of nostalgia.
- Paper: Traditional and timeless, paper signs are highly customisable.
Styles:
- Typography: Choose fonts that resonate with your wedding theme and ensure readability.
- Colours: Complement your wedding colour scheme for a cohesive look.
- Decorative Elements: Add embellishments like flowers, ribbons, or illustrations for extra flair.
Personalising Wedding Signage
Personalisation is the key to making your wedding signage uniquely yours. Incorporate elements of your love story, favourite quotes, or special messages to connect with your guests on a deeper level. It’s so important to consider the theme of the day – even if you don’t think you have one – when personalising signage. A beach-themed sign might suit a beach wedding, but not a church wedding. This is why it’s so important to have personalised signs made rather than just using templates you can buy anywhere, which don’t lend anything special to your event.
Printing Brisbane can assist in creating customised and personalised wedding signage that tells your story.
Signage for Themed Weddings: Themed weddings offer opportunities for creative signage that enhances the overall experience. Whether it’s a rustic barn wedding, a vintage garden affair, or a beachfront celebration, tailor your signage to match the theme. Think driftwood signs for beach weddings or ornate frames for vintage-inspired nuptials.
Signage as Keepsakes
Your wedding signage, which played a vital role in guiding and enhancing your special day, can continue to serve as cherished keepsakes long after the celebration. These items carry not just practical value but also sentimental worth. Here are some creative ways to repurpose and display your wedding signage as keepsakes:
- Framed Artwork: Frame smaller signs like your welcome sign, seating chart, or even individual table number signs. These framed pieces can become beautiful wall art, evoking memories of your wedding day every time you look at them.
- Gallery Wall: Create a gallery wall featuring an assortment of your wedding signs, along with photographs from the day (polaroids have an extra touch of charm). This wall can serve as a stunning focal point in your home, showcasing your love story.
- Shadow Boxes: Dedicate shadow boxes to display smaller signage, such as your ceremony program board or directional signs. Shadow boxes provide protection and a creative way to preserve these special pieces.
- Personalised Home Decor: Repurpose signs with your names or wedding date by integrating them into personalised home decor. For instance, transform a wooden sign into a custom clock or a decorative tray.
- Garden Decor: If your wedding had an outdoor or garden theme, consider placing weather-resistant signs, like your directional signs, in your garden. These signs can add a touch of nostalgia and romance to your outdoor space.
- Holiday Ornaments: Turn small signs into holiday ornaments, by adding hooks or strings to your signs. For example, each year when you decorate your Christmas tree, you’ll be reminded of your special day.
- Keepsake Box: Keep your wedding signage, along with other mementos like your vows or dried flowers, in a special keepsake box. This box can be opened on anniversaries or whenever you want to revisit those treasured memories.
- Gifts for Family and Friends: Consider gifting smaller signs, like your table number signs, to family and friends who played significant roles in your wedding. Personalised signage can be a heartfelt token of your appreciation.
- Guest Book Alternative: If you used signage as part of your guest book alternative, the signed signs can be a beautiful keepsake. You can frame or display them as a reminder of the love and well-wishes of your guests.
Every detail of your wedding matters, and signage is no exception. From welcome signs that set the tone to directional signs that guide your guests, each piece adds to the magic of your day.
For expert printing services to bring your wedding signage to life, consider Printing Brisbane. We’re here to ensure that every detail, no matter how small, contributes to a wedding day you’ll cherish forever.
Contact us today to discuss your wedding printing needs and create signage that makes every moment count.
