BrideFeed EditorsTechnology is an amazing thing. Today’s digital world is constantly changing and evolving, with new technologies being introduced and explored every day. So why not take advantage of these creative new discoveries when it comes to your wedding?
Today, there are many clever ways for couples to go digital with their weddings. Even if you are not a high-tech person, don’t worry, we are not talking about robots and lasers. Digitizing your wedding can be a smart way to save time and get organized, as well as put your own personal stamp on the day.
Modern technology can now be used for a variety of different things, from streamlining your planning process and communicating with guests to creating digital memories forever. It is amazing to see how modern technology can help couples take their weddings to the next level!
Going digital with your wedding can really enhance the functional and visual aspects of your big day. If you are a creative couple and want to introduce some modern technology to your wedding, read on to find 8 of our favorite technical wedding ideas to consider!
Photograph by Lovers of Love Photography
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1. Wedding websites
Creating a wedding website has almost become the standard for modern couples in today’s digital world! Although paper invitations are considered traditional, a wedding website allows you to communicate more information to your guests in a format that is both beautiful and functional.
Wedding websites can be a great lifesaver for those planning an interstate or overseas wedding, allowing you to share crucial information like directions to the wedding venue and tips on local lodging, as well as tracking RSVPs and updates from last minute. It is also the perfect way to create excitement before the big event.
With so many easy-to-use platforms now available, creating a wedding website is now a quick and easy process that helps you connect with your guests with the click of a button. Let your creativity run wild with a personal wedding website that will help set the tone for your big day.
Custom wedding hashtags allow you, in essence, to create all of your everyday iPhone snapshots. We love the fact that a simple hashtag can help connect all of your guests through the power of social media!
As the bride, your experience on your wedding day will be completely different from that of your guests. You never know what kinds of beautiful, emotional, or just plain fun moments your guests can capture, and creating a custom wedding hashtag will allow you to easily see them all in one place!
Your wedding hashtag doesn’t just have to be applicable to the big day itself. Create your hashtag early and you can use it for your engagement party and hen night too. Taking a trip down memory lane after the day will be as simple as scrolling through the hashtags on Instagram! Just make sure your guests know which hashtag to use through your wedding website, and choose one that is completely unique to keep the photo feed relevant.
Photograph by CK Wedding Crafts
3. Filters Geofilters Snapchat
Speaking of the guests making the day happy…. Why not design your own custom filter to personalize the experience!
If you’re not yet familiar with the popular Snapchat mobile app, it’s essentially a photo and video sharing platform with the ability to incorporate quirky text, stickers, and other filters. Creating your own custom filter for your wedding is a fun way for guests to capture candid moments of the day with a difference!
With the Snapchat geofilter tool, you can follow the simple steps to customize your own filter, then specify the time and place you want the filter to be available to your guests. You can make it as fun and colorful as you want, to reflect the look and feel you have planned for the big day!
Or for a more boutique filter, you can also create and buy your own from the designers at Etsy. There are some amazing designers online who can incorporate custom calligraphy, logos, and even caricatures to make their Snapchat filters truly memorable. Make sure to let the guests know via your wedding website, so they can make sure they have downloaded the Snapchat app before the big day.
4. Live broadcast
For those special guests who unfortunately cannot be there during the day for work, travel or health reasons, the beauty of modern technology can allow you to experience your wedding via live streaming!
Many couples are now turning to live video broadcasts to share such intimate moments like ceremony procedures and first dance with guests who are physically unable to attend the wedding. It is also something to consider if you are planning to elope, as a way to share your ceremony with your family and friends at home.
The easiest way to use live streaming is via Skype or Facebook live. Our advice: be sure to take the time to customize the privacy settings of your live streams so that only the right people see them!
Photograph by Kristaa Jones
Laser Cut Calligraphy by Laura Hooper Calligraphy
5. 3D printing
3D printing is an advance in modern technology that will ensure that your wedding is completely personalized and unique to you! From laser cut stationery and cake toppers to signage and table decorations, there really are no limits when it comes to making custom 3D prints for your big day.
It may sound super technical but not stressful – you can design and order 3D prints online from the comfort of your own home. We love the idea of a laser cut love quote to hang over the bar or behind your ceremony, or unique place cards for your tableware.
6. Digital photo booths
It’s safe to say we’ve come a long way since disposable cameras were left on guest tables! If you’re considering hiring a photo booth for your big day, there are some amazing modern options now available that will put those disposable cameras to shame.
From GIF booths (for creating your own moving GIFs) to Instagram printers (allowing guests to print their Instagram snaps of the day), there is no shortage of creative ways for guests to capture your wedding moments. Photo booths can also provide your guests with a fun keepsake that they can take home and cherish as a keepsake.
You can get creative with a photo booth backdrop and some quirky props for guests to use in their photos too. If you are planning a DIY wedding, this is the perfect way to get crafty and do something that reflects your wedding style and vision.
Photograph by Alyssa Marie Photography
Design by Lux Events and Design
7. Share photos
Once the big day has passed, you will be eagerly awaiting your photographer’s email filled with the beautiful images of the day. It is natural to want to share these photos ASAP with the family and friends who joined you for the celebrations, and thankfully it has never been easier with today’s modern technology!
There are a few different apps and platforms available when it comes to sharing photos with guests. One of the easiest would have to be Dropbox – just put your images in a folder on the Dropbox platform and then send the link to your guests. It is fully cloud-based, so it can be accessed from anywhere and at any time.
8. Organization of tasks
Instead of handwritten lists and messy notes on scrap paper, we think it’s time for brides to get digitized with their wedding planning when it comes to homework organization!
Having your tasks and to-do lists easily accessible in one place can help you stay organized and on track with that endless wedding planning list. Using an online platform like WEDSITES for organizing tasks really allows you to streamline the planning process and check off those tasks as you go.
You can even set reminders and deadlines to make sure everything happens when needed, like booking your wedding providers, paying deposits, and finalizing your guest list.
Photograph by Jen Dillender
Use wedding technology to your advantage
Digitizing your wedding doesn’t have to mean high-tech robotics or flashy gadgets! Using modern technology for your big day is all about saving you time, streamlining your planning process, and injecting a little creativity into your wedding celebrations.
Whether it’s sharing the day with guests who can’t join you, outsourcing images via social media, or communicating wedding details through a stylish website, there are plenty of creative ways to adopt modern day wedding technology. So why not make your day truly unique with these creative digital solutions?
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