We know how easy it is to get bogged down in all the wedding planning B.S. But don't forget to take a deep breath and remember that at the end of the day, it's just one big ol' party!
Accordingly, we've compiled 19 super fun wedding ideas that will take your celebration to the next level.
Opt for an engagement photo session that doesn't require you to get out of bed
And turn traditional gender roles on their head while you're at it. Girls dig video games too!
Show your silly side with an untraditional save-the-date
Just stay away from permanent markers.
Or include your fur child in the save-the-date shoot
A cute pup and a sweet sign is a winning combination.
Create a phone list with important numbers to keep you ~stress-free~ on the big day
This way, guests and vendors don't have to bug you with last-minute questions.
Hand out a brilliant, boredom-reducing wedding program
Sudoku and gangsta mad libs will keep your peeps entertained.
Or these programs that fold into paper airplanes
Which your guests will (obviously) throw at you as you exit the ceremony.
Ask grandma to be one of your bridesmaids
If you consider Granny one of your BFFs, it's a no-brainer!
Have your ring bearer hold a cheeky sign
"It's too late to run, cause here she comes!"
Create personalized 'Guess Who' sets with pics of your guests
It's a super fun way to break the ice and help table mates get to know each other.
Or keep them entertained with an 'I Spy' wedding photo game
Ask guests to use their cameras or phones to check items off the list. Later, have everyone upload their shots online so you have them all in one place.
A mimosa bar is sure to please
Time to pop bottles!
Or maybe a sangria bar is more up your alley?
Because wine is fine.
Superhero cufflinks for the groomsmen are a fun touch
Let your nerd flag fly!
Change things up with a message-in-a-bottle guest book
No peeking at the messages until your first anniversary! Promise?
Take things back to grade school with this photo op
Ewww, cooties!
The goofier the photo, the better, as far as we're concerned
We <3 love couples who don't take themselves too seriously.
Provide a yummy late-night snack like donut holes and coffee shakes
Caffeine boost, FTW!
Hang up a hilariously spot-on sign near the dance floor
We've been duped before.
Last but not least: DIY Jack & Coke kits make the perfect wedding favor
Because after the party is the after-party, y'all.
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Tell everyone how you know the bride without saying a word.
Get a room, you guys!
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Escalators haven't been this much fun since...ever.
A surefire way to get rid of those pre-wedding jitters.
Don't let the bridesmaids corrupt the flower girl with their unsavory antics.
Toss around the ol' pigskin for some pre-reception fun.
We're sure they did something to deserve this.
Super cute BFFL shot with the newlyweds, the best man and the maid of honor.
This superhero-inspired photo packs a powerful punch.
Feeling superstitious about seeing the bride before the ceremony? This clever photo op is the perfect solution.
This ring bearer has more swag than all the groomsmen combined.
The bridesmaids are so stoked, they're literally jumping for joy.
Don't even think about messing with this Darth Vader bride.
Hip hip hooray, he's a married man today!
Just a casual alcohol-fueled tea party with the bros. NBD.
The reception is always more fun after a couple cocktails.
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