Pinterest is so much more than a platform for browsing pretty images! With its intuitive features, wealth of resources, and visualization power, it has become an engaged couple’s best friend for planning an astonishing wedding.
But are you using Pinterest to its fullest potential? This complete guide will walk you through exactly how to harness Pinterest at every stage of your wedding planning journey. From creating organized inspiration boards to bringing your exact dream pins to life, we’ll uncover all the insider tips you need to unlock Pinterest’s magic.
Get ready to elevate your wedding visions and details to straight-up sensational! Let’s start pinning our way to wedding success.
Chapter 1: Setting Up Your Wedding Planning Boards
Your boards are the foundation for organizing all your wedding inspiration and must-haves in one place. Follow these steps to set up Pinterest for maximum wedding planning productivity:
Create Specific Boards for Every Wedding Category
From your ceremony look to reception decor to your getaway car (and everything in between!) set up boards that align with all your wedding elements. This allows you to granularly gather ideas. Don’t just have one overflowing “Wedding Ideas” board – get specific!
Start with boards for attire, venue, decor, flowers, cakes, entertainment. Then get detailed with lighting, menus, invitations, gifts, and more.
Use Sections to Organize Further
Pinterest allows you to divide boards into sections, so take advantage of this to separate your dream pins from confirmed plans. Other handy sections include by season, color scheme, or budget.
For attire, make sections like “Dream Dresses”, “Accessories”, “Hair Inspiration”, etc. Use sections to create order amid all your pinning madness!
Collaborate on Group Boards
Your partner, wedding party, and parents can be valuable pinners too. Set up collaborative boards where you can pin together then discuss. This allows you to crowdsource ideas and delegate some planning areas.
Pro Tip: Set up a secret “Surprise for [Fiancé]” board to pin gift or day-of ideas to wow them!
Chapter 2: Finding Endless Inspiration
The possibilities on Pinterest are endless, but pinning purposefully takes some strategy. Use these tips to discover your dream wedding inspiration:
Leverage Helpful Hashtags
Enter relevant hashtags like #CebuWeddings, #BeachWedding, or #RusticWeddingDecor to uncover pins tailored to your wedding style. Combine terms like #CebuVenues or #CebuCakes to find local options.
Search Smart Keywords
Beyond hashtags, utilize keywords in the main search bar to find specific wedding elements. Search things like “Cebu church altar decor” or even “boho tablescapes” for reception ideas.
Follow Venues and Vendors
By following the Pinterest accounts of actual Cebu venues, florists, planners and more, you see what they’ve already created. This makes visualizing your day easier!
Curate Collaborative Mood Boards
Mood boards with your wedding party let you collect an overall style. Mix patterns, floral colors, tablescapes, etc on a shared board to define a cohesive look.
The Pinterest rabbit hole is wonderfully deep for gathering every wedding detail imaginable. With some strategic searching, you’ll have endless inspiration at your fingertips!
Chapter 3: Bringing Your Dream Boards to Life
With your boards neatly organized and ideas overflowing, it’s time for the fun part – making those dream pins a reality! Here are tips for achieving your ultimate Pinterest wedding:
Distinguish Your Must-Haves from Nice-to-Haves
With your fiancé or planner, parse down your pins deciding what’s vital vs. optional. Must-haves define the wedding like venue, photographer and bridal style. Lock those down then prioritize other elements.
Work With Wedding Pros to Actualize your Vision
Sit down early with your planner and walk through the boards. Their expertise will be invaluable on how to achieve the details – what’s feasible for your budget, venue and vision. Trust them to bring inspo to life!
Embrace Budget-Friendly Substitutes That Still Carry the Look
Not every Pinterest detail will make it into the final day – and that’s OK! Your planner can suggest ways to DIY elements or find lower-cost supplies with the same style. The littles matter, but don’t blow your budget pinning.
Style Your Shoot Locations for Post-Wedding Photos
Seshes during your engagement shoot and on the wedding day are made for recreating those whimsical Pinterest poses. Discuss backdrops and outfits with your photographer to get those Instagrammable photos.
Don’t set unrealistic expectations – not every pin will pan out. Collaborate with your village so your boards become a springboard to the magical day you envision.
Chapter 4: Promoting Your Wedding Day
Pinterest isn’t just for planning – it’s powerful for your wedding day promotion too!
Create Guest Experience Boards
Let guests in on the fun by creating boards with your wedding day timeline, playlist, transportation tips, nearby hotel recommendations and FAQs.
Build Excitement Leading Up to the Big Day
As the wedding approaches, create teaser boards with sneak peeks of invitation designs, favors, bridal party proposal boxes and venue decor. Give them a glimpse before the big reveal!
Pin Meaningful Moments After the Wedding Too
Continue the celebration by documenting your favorite memories, from getting ready to the first dance. Sharing reception photos or wedding video clips keeps the love alive.
Add Pins to Your Wedding Website
Embed Pinterest boards or pins straight into your wedding website design. This transforms your site from stale to lively!
Pinterest helps set the scene for guests, so they get swept into your wedding wonderland. Keep the magic going with guest-focused boards they can engage with at every stage.
With the power of Pinterest unlocked, are you ready to dive into planning your spectacular wedding vision? The time is NOW!
I’m Nicole, founder of NM Wedding Planners – the top Cebu wedding experts. I’ve planned over 100 incredible weddings by bringing couples’ Pinterest inspiration to life. Let me help you too!
Book a free one-on-one consultation today and bring those boards to show me! I’ll review your pins and walk through how we can achieve your perfect wedding, on any budget. Let’s start collaborating to create your dream day.
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Conclusion: With your boards organized, visual inspirations at your fingertips, and wedding pros like us by your side, you now have the tools to create your spectacular Pinterest dream wedding!
The power was in your hands all along in the form of an app on your phone. Feel empowered to select every intricate detail so your wedding reflects your unique love story.
Then rely on our team to seamlessly tie it all together into an unforgettable experience for you and your loved ones. The possibilities are truly endless. Let the pinning begin!
