How to Build the Best Wedding Website

Jan 11

Curora Weddings Blog | Expert Wedding Planning in Upstate NY, Hudson Valley, and the Berkshires

Why Wedding Websites Matter More Than You Think

Your wedding website isn’t just a formality — it’s the first impression your guests get of your celebration, and one of the most helpful tools you have to keep everyone informed. But most couples either overdo it or leave out the important stuff.

Here’s how to build a wedding website that’s clear, stylish, guest-friendly, and packed with all the right info — including tips on what to skip, what to say, and how to make it feel like you.

🧠 Step 1: Pick the Right Website Builder

There are a lot of free tools out there, but most planners (including me!) recommend Minted for a few key reasons:

Clean, mobile-friendly designs
Easy-to-edit pages and RSVP tracking
Seamless integration with invitations
Free matching designs with their planner-approved paper goods

Bonus: I’m a Minted planner partner, so if you’re working with me, I can help guide your setup and get you access to extra perks.

🗂️ Step 2: Add These Pages (And Don’t Skip the Details)

📍 Your Wedding Info Page

Date, time, location (including ceremony + reception)
Google Maps link
Dress code
Rain plan (if applicable)

🛏️ Travel + Lodging

Hotel blocks with full names and booking links
Discount codes + deadlines
Nearest airports
Notes on transportation or shuttles

💌 RSVP Page

Include a deadline (and stick to it)
Ask about dietary restrictions or song requests here
Use the automatic tracking if you're using Minted or Zola

📆 Weekend Schedule (if you have one)

Welcome party? Brunch? Include all events guests are invited to
Clarify who’s invited to what (don’t be vague)
Add timing + attire notes for each event

💡 FAQ Page

Is the ceremony outdoors?
Are kids welcome?
Is there parking?
Should I bring a gift to the wedding?
Will the reception be inside or outside?

💍 Your Story / About the Couple

This one’s totally optional, but cute when done right. Keep it light — 2 short paragraphs max.

🖼️ Step 3: Make It Visually You

Choose a design that matches your wedding vibe — not just what’s trendy
Add 2–3 of your engagement photos (no more than that!)
Stick to 1–2 fonts and a simple color palette
Avoid overly busy designs or too many animations

Pro Tip: If your invitations are from Minted, you can use the same design for your website and keep everything cohesive.

❌ Step 4: Avoid These Common Mistakes

Forgetting to add a rain plan or shuttle details
Having too much text — your guests will skim, not scroll
Forgetting to set your website to private (especially if you have sensitive guest info)
Adding a “registry” link too soon (wait until you're sure it's done)

🧭 What I Tell My Couples

If you’re building your site on Minted, I recommend filling in the basics and then letting me review it. I’ll help you:

Add missing info your guests will actually ask
Double-check timelines and wording
Add clarity where needed (especially for multi-day weddings)

Wedding websites don’t need to be overcomplicated. They just need to be useful.

💌 Need Help Organizing All the Info?

If you’re working with me, we’ll walk through your wedding website together and make sure it includes everything your guests need — and nothing they don’t.