What to Include on a Wedding Website That You Can’t Put on Your Invitations
Planning a wedding while working full-time is no small feat.
I remember sitting in my office boardroom during my lunch breaks trying to finalize our wedding invitations and feeling frustrated because there was so much information I thought was necessary to show… but nowhere to say it. RSVP instructions, dress code, travel tips, venue directions, parking instructions, registry links — there just wasn’t space.
That’s when I realized: your wedding website and knowing what to include on a wedding website is your best friend!
It’s where you can say everything you wish your invites could — clearly, elegantly, and without confusing your guests (and hopefully without repeating yourself 100x to each guest. Just kidding — but truthfully, be prepared for at least a handful of guests not even reading your wedding website invitation and still asking you questions that are clearly answered on there — you cannot escape this haha).
So, let me show you exactly what to include on a wedding website — so no one’s left asking questions (or texting you the day before!). Consider this your one-stop-shop wedding website checklist!
In This Post, We’ll Talk About What to Include on a Wedding Website Such As:
• Wedding Schedule Details
• Travel, Hotels, and Accommodations
• How to Explain Dress Code
• Your Love Story or Proposal
• Registry Info
• RSVP Instructions
#1: Wedding Schedule Details to Include on Your Website (Ceremony, Reception, + More)
Invites are for big-picture info — but your website? That’s where you lay it all out:
- Ceremony start time
- Reception start time
- End time or after-party location
- Shuttle schedules or parking info
For example, we had a 1-hour gap between ceremony and reception where guests had a social hour and quenched their thirst and enjoyed themselves on our 20ft charcuterie table and entertained themselves with the activities and our chic parasol lounge. Because of that, the website made it easy to let guests know what to do in between and what to expect — and avoid awkward confusion allowing a smooth transition.
#2: Travel, Hotels, and Accommodations
You can’t fit a full travel guide on your invite — but guests need this info:
- Hotel blocks
- Booking links or codes
- Nearby airports
- Directions & parking details
- Local attractions or weekend itinerary
In our case, we had family and friends coming in from different provinces and countries, even a 20hr flight! A quick hotel map and travel timeline on our site saved us dozens of calls.
#3: How to Explain Dress Code On Your Wedding Website
“Cocktail attire” means different things to different people. That’s why your site gives you room to clarify — with examples or even photos.
- “Think: garden party meets dressy dinner”
- “We’ll be on grass — consider wedges over heels”
- “Weather is unpredictable in May — bring a shawl!”
I added clear instructions of dress code and even gave examples of outfits. My guests loved the inspiration — and no one showed up confused — everyone looked stunning! And if you’re curious, our wedding was a summer wedding and this was the exact text I had on our website (feel free to copy these wedding website examples if you wish!):
“FORMAL ATTIRE:
Men: dress shirt/pants; suit; suit jacket; blazer; dress shoes
Women: chic/elegant dress or pantsuit; block heels, wedges, dressy sandals/flats
With the above in mind, please check the weather beforehand. We’re hoping for nice, summer weather, so wear light materials and light colors if you get hot easily.”
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#4: Your Love Story or Proposal
Let’s be honest — this isn’t going on the invite. But it’s such a sweet way to share your journey.
- How you met
- The proposal
- Photos or a video montage
Even better, this builds connection and excitement — especially for distant relatives or plus-ones meeting you for the first time.
We even added photos of some of our amazing adventures and vacations to allow our guests to catch even more of a glimpse into us!
#5: Registry Info (This Shouldn’t Go on Invites)
It’s considered poor etiquette to include registry links on your invitation — but it’s totally fine (and expected!) as part of your wedding website design
- Embed direct links
- Organize by category
- Add “no gifts” messaging if needed
We wrote “Your presence is present enough” on our invite and shared the link privately on our site. Classy AND helpful.
#6: RSVP Instructions (Especially for Digital RSVPs)
If you’re doing online RSVPs, your site is where all the action happens. Include:
- RSVP deadline
- Meal choices (if applicable)
- Song requests
- Allergy notes
I added a little “We can’t wait to dance with you — tell us your favorite song below!” and guests loved it – we had lots of feedback and this later made it super easy for a song list to our DJ later.
The Must-Have Wedding Website Checklist Every Bride Needs
- Event Details
Ceremony & reception times, locations, and parking info - Travel & Stay
Hotel info, booking links, directions, and nearby airports - Dress Code
What to wear, weather tips, and helpful outfit suggestions - Your Story
How you met, proposal story, and a few fun photos - Registry Info
Gift links or a note if you’re not expecting gifts - RSVP Info
RSVP deadline, meal choices, allergies, and song requests
In this post, I’ve walked you through how to create a wedding website and shared wording examples to help you communicate clearly, set expectations with ease, and add a personal, heartfelt touch to your day — all without the stress or second-guessing. Let this be your go-to wedding website guide, so you can create something beautiful, helpful, and actually read by your guests — and genuinely appreciated.
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