Creating your wedding website: What you need to know
- The Wedding Chest
- Jan 15
- 5 min read
Updated: Mar 11
When planning your big day, especially for a Desi wedding, creating a dedicated wedding website can be an essential tool to keep guests informed and engaged. It serves as a hub for all vital information, from RSVP links to dress codes and transport arrangements. As you make your wedding plans, there are several essential elements to consider including on your website to make it informative and fun for your guests.
Website Checklist
RSVP Link: A dedicated section where guests can easily RSVP to all or selected events.
Event Schedule: Clear details on all the events leading up to the wedding (e.g. mehndi, sangeet, ceremony, reception).
Venue Information: Addresses, maps, and directions for each event location.
Dress Codes: Visual guides or descriptions of what to wear for each event (e.g. traditional, formal, casual, themed).
Parking & Transport Details: Parking instructions, public transport options, and shuttle services (if available).
Hotel and Accommodation Information: Recommended hotels, special group rates, and booking information OR contact details for hotel reservations or wedding team assistance.
Gift Registry: Links to your wedding registry for guests to find gift ideas.
Couple’s Story: A section where you share your love story, how you met, and the proposal details.
Travel & Destination Wedding Information: For destination weddings, include flight information, travel tips, and transport options to the wedding location.
Wedding Hashtag: Create and share a custom hashtag for guests to use on social media to capture the event.
Photo Gallery: Include engagement photos, pre-wedding shots, or any special memories leading up to the big day.
Contact Information: A form or contact number for guests to ask questions or reach out to your wedding planner or team.
Wedding Party Details: Introduce your family, bridesmaids, groomsmen, and other important members of your wedding party.
FAQ Section: Answer common questions like "What time should I arrive?" or "What’s the best dress code for each event?"
Travel & Local Recommendations: Provide suggestions for local attractions, restaurants, or experiences for guests travelling from out of town.
Now, let’s take a closer look at some of the top wedding website builders you can use to create a beautiful and functional site for your wedding.
Overview
1. Joy
Price: Free
About Joy
Joy is an all-in-one wedding planning platform offering a free, customisable wedding website, guest list management, and RSVP tracking. It includes features like virtual save-the-dates, a photo-sharing app, and tools to manage your schedule and guest updates effortlessly. Joy prioritises personalisation, allowing couples to add their love story and meaningful details to their site.
Pros:
Free to use with unlimited pages, guests, and RSVPs.
Easy-to-navigate design with modern templates.
Customisable with options for photos, event details, and countdowns.
A dedicated app for guests to RSVP and view wedding info on the go.
Cons:
Limited advanced design features.
Reports of user issues when adding, editing, or filtering guests, especially with larger guest lists.
2. The Knot
Price: Free (with optional upgrades for a custom URL starting at approx. SGD 26.00)
About The Knot
The Knot provides a versatile wedding website builder with hundreds of themes, offering seamless integration with wedding registries, checklists, and budget planners. It includes a guest list manager, RSVP tracking, and the ability to share logistics like maps and schedules with your guests. With a user-friendly interface, it’s designed to simplify wedding planning from start to finish.
Pros:
Easy to set up with a wide range of templates to choose from.
Built-in wedding registry and RSVP tool.
Includes guest management tools and helpful guides.
Great for couples hosting a larger wedding with multiple events.
Cons:
Limited customisation options unless you pay for a premium plan.
The free version includes ads, which can affect the aesthetic of the site.
3. Minted
Price: Free (with optional upgrades starting at approx. SGD 200.00)
About Minted
Minted offers premium wedding websites that pair beautifully with its collection of unique, artist-designed stationery. It allows couples to manage RSVPs, share event details, and display photos in a cohesive, elegant style. With personalisation options and a focus on design, Minted is perfect for couples who want a stylish and coordinated look.
Pros:
Stunning, high-quality designs with an elegant, luxurious feel generated by independent artists.
Offers matching wedding invitations and stationery that complement the website design.
Cons:
Lack of wedding planning tools such as budget trackers, guest list management tools, or comprehensive registry options.
Limited functionality in terms of customisation for the website.
Reports of issues managing RSVPs, including difficulty sorting guest lists.
4. Zola
Price: Free (with optional upgrade for more features available starting at approx. SGD 99.00)
About Zola
Zola provides a modern wedding website builder that integrates registries, RSVPs, and guest communication. It features pre-designed templates, custom URLs, and planning tools like seating charts and checklists. Zola also offers gift registry management, making it easy for couples to curate and share their wishlist in one place.
Pros:
Simple to use and integrates directly with Zola’s wedding registry.
Offers RSVP tracking, event scheduling, and guest management.
Allows couples to add a personal story or wedding timeline.
Cons:
Design and domain options are less customisable compared to other platforms.
Heavy focus on the functionality of RSVPs and registry over the site's aesthetics.
5. Bliss & Bone
Price: Monthly subscription starting at SGD 20.00 for a custom-designed website
About Bliss & Bone
Bliss & Bone is a premium platform for sophisticated, design-forward wedding websites. It offers high-end, customisable templates with advanced typography and colour options, as well as RSVP tracking and registry integration. This platform is ideal for couples looking for a refined, bespoke aesthetic for their wedding branding.
Pros:
Beautiful, highly customisable designs with modern, chic aesthetics.
Full RSVP, registry and communication functionality that allow direct contact with your guests via the website.
With a multi-language option, you can create various website versions with the ability to set the language for each guest.
Cons:
Requires a monthly subscription, with only a 7-day free trial period.
The design process is more time-consuming due to its highly customisable nature.
6. Wix
Price: Free (with upgrades to premium plans starting at SGD 17.00/month)
About Wix
Wix is a highly flexible website builder that allows couples to create a fully customised wedding website from scratch or using one of their elegant templates. It features tools for sharing event details, collecting RSVPs, and adding personalised touches like photo galleries and videos. Its drag-and-drop design makes it ideal for couples who want full creative control.
Pros:
Incredibly flexible with design options—perfect for couples who want to build their website from scratch.
Drag-and-drop functionality makes it easy to use, even for beginners.
Cons:
A lack of advanced RSVP and registry tools may cause issues when managing guests.
You may need to spend time learning the platform to create the perfect site.
Premium features such as domains or custom templates can get more expensive if you want extra functionality.