30+ Elegant Wedding Welcome Sign Ideas To Impress Guests in 2023

What's the quickest and easiest approach to proving your hosting skills from the beginning? Elegant signage greets guests as soon as they enter the venue. A wedding ceremony or reception isn't complete without a wedding welcome sign. Every step of the ceremony and reception can be marked with a sign that directs guests where to go, explains the events, and serves as a decorative accent. Looking for unique ideas for wedding signage? Take a look at some of our favorite elegant wedding welcome sign ideas for 2023 below!

If your wedding budget is already at its limit or the big day is only a few weeks away, don't worry. You can look through our collection of beautiful wedding welcome sign ideas. If you keep true to yourself, the style will fit your celebration perfectly, whether you choose an acrylic wedding welcome sign, a DIY welcome sign, or a banner displaying a favorite song lyric or quotation.

Modern couples will adore this long lasting wooden welcome sign.
Modern couples will adore this long lasting wooden welcome sign (Image via hawaiicalligraphy)
A wedding with chalkboard welcome signs is a great idea because the signs can be modified and personalized.
A wedding with chalkboard welcome signs is a great idea because the signs can be modified and personalized (Image via Magnolia Rouge)
This personalized acrylic welcome sign for a wedding adds a touch of understated elegance.
This personalized acrylic welcome sign for a wedding adds a touch of understated elegance (Image via Bloom Page Wood)
Welcome your guests in style with this pink hand painted acrylic welcome sign.
Welcome your guests in style with this pink hand painted acrylic welcome sign (Image via Bare Ink Co.)
Rustic wedding welcome sign made of wood inscribed with "welcome to our wedding"
Rustic wedding welcome sign made of wood inscribed with “welcome to our wedding” (Image via Whimsical Wonderland Weddings)

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Customize your wedding welcome sign by including some of your favorite photos of the two of you.
Customize your wedding welcome sign by including some of your favorite photos of the two of you (Image via Pinterest)
Acrylic wedding welcome sign with a timeline of the day
Acrylic wedding welcome sign with a timeline of the day (Image via Emma Loves Weddings)
I think this stylish welcome sign for a wedding in burgundy and gold is a wonderful idea.
I think this stylish welcome sign for a wedding in burgundy and gold is a wonderful idea ( Image via Bare Ink Co)
a welcome sign made of wood for the wedding. the best idea for a rustic or countryside wedding
a wooden welcome sign for the wedding is the best idea for a rustic or countryside wedding
For a rustic country or barn themed wedding, this idea for a welcome sign is perfect.
For a rustic country or barn themed wedding, this idea for a welcome sign is perfect (Image via Pinterest)
These chic and contemporary ideas for wedding welcome signs are perfect for your big day.
These chic and contemporary ideas for wedding welcome signs are perfect for your big day (Image via hawaiicalligraphy)
wooden signage with whimsical inscriptions for a wedding
wooden signage with whimsical inscriptions for a wedding (Image via Chocolate Falls)
The wedding lantern and rustic wooden welcome sign is a pretty cool idea.
The wedding lantern and rustic wooden welcome sign is a pretty cool idea (Image via Wed Plan MADISON)
A bold idea for the wedding reception is a chalkboard welcome sign.
A bold idea for the wedding reception is a chalkboard welcome sign (Image via Dear Stacy)
With the addition of bright flowers this beautiful wooden welcome sign is the fantastic companion to any wedding.
With the addition of bright flowers, this beautiful wooden welcome sign is a fantastic companion to any wedding (Image via hawaiicalligraphy)
Inviting guests to your garden wedding with this classy welcome sign is a lovely idea.
Inviting guests to your garden wedding with this classy welcome sign is a lovely idea (Image via Dream Events and Catering)
Wedding on a cute white background A colorful floral welcome sign is ideal for a small intimate wedding.
Wedding on a cute white background A colorful floral welcome sign is ideal for a small intimate wedding (Image via The Wedding Collective)
A wooden sign with a wreath of flowers draped around it creates a fanciful, almost fairytale-like welcome.
A wooden sign with a wreath of flowers draped around it creates a fanciful, almost fairytale-like welcome (Image via Style Me Pretty)
a stunning wooden welcome sign for the wedding to adorn the reception
a stunning wooden welcome sign for the wedding to adorn the reception (Image via Mod Wedding)
In breathtaking contrast to the white round wedding welcome sign, the pink flower stands out.
In breathtaking contrast to the white round wedding welcome sign, the pink flower stands out (Image via hawaiicalligraphy)
Kraft paper wedding welcome sign is a cheap long-time favorite for those planning rustic casual or whimsical weddings.
Kraft paper wedding welcome sign is a cheap long-time favorite for those planning rustic casual or whimsical weddings (Image via Ruffled)
Combine your wedding sign with other fascinating accessories and flowers to create a multi tiered display.
Combine your wedding sign with other fascinating accessories and flowers to create a multi tiered display.
A fantastic idea for a boho chic wedding is a banner style weddings welcome sign.
A fantastic idea for a boho chic wedding is a banner style weddings welcome sign (Image via Rock my Wedding)
White letters on a romantic welcome sign made of the mirror
White letters on a romantic welcome sign made of the mirror (Image via Belle the magazine)
This classic welcome sign is a best idea for use in a modern or traditional wedding.
This classic welcome sign is the best idea for use in a modern or traditional wedding.

Our Favorite Etsy Wedding Welcome Sign

With a Decal wedding sign greeting guests, you can set the tone for a wonderful day.
With a Decal wedding sign greeting guests, you can set the tone for a wonderful day
This Brushed Back painted Acrylic Welcome Sign is an excellent idea to make your wedding memorable without breaking the bank.
This Brushed Back painted Acrylic Welcome Sign is an excellent idea to make your wedding memorable without breaking the bank.
For a dramatic first impression have your guests notice this stunning black wood Wedding welcome Sign with gold letters
For a dramatic first impression, have your guests notice this stunning black wood Wedding Welcome Sign with gold letters
Greenery makes a stunning addition to an already elegant acrylic wedding welcome sign.
Greenery makes a stunning addition to an already elegant acrylic wedding welcome sign
The finishing touch to your wedding ceremony would be a beautiful welcome sign set in a glass and wood frame.
The finishing touch to your wedding ceremony would be a beautiful welcome sign set in a glass and wood frame
Frosted Acrylic Welcome Sign for Wedding
Frosted Acrylic Welcome Sign for Wedding
Wedding Acrylic Welcome Sign with Gold Calligraphy
Wedding Acrylic Welcome Sign with Gold Calligraphy

Wedding Welcome Sign Ideas DIY

Signs that you make yourself for your wedding reception are a wonderful way to make the day more special. These DIY wedding welcome signs are great if you're having guests travel from afar or you just want to do something special for them. Most notably, It's possible to alter them in any way you like. You can modify the text and color scheme to suit your needs.

#1 Pallet Wedding Sign

This welcome sign is ideal for a garden wedding, farmhouse, or boho theme. A large wooden pallet is required for this sign with a rustic feel. They can be found at incredibly low prices or even for free at several local shops. I advise using a white chisel-tip marker to write the sign's wording. You may find an item similar to this welcome sign on Etsy.

A wooden sign with white lettering is a great way to welcome guests to your rustic wedding.
A wooden sign with white lettering is a great way to welcome guests to your rustic wedding (Image via Love Me Do Photography.)

#2 Directional Wooden Welcome Sign For Wedding

If the happy couple enjoys exploring new places, they'll love this wooden welcome sign with directions. If you don't have the equipment to cut arrows out of pieces of wood, it's more cost-effective to acquire these ready-made arrows than to invest in the necessary cutting instrument.

Directional Wedding Sign you can DIY for Ceremony and Reception
Directional Wedding Sign you can DIY for the Ceremony and Reception

#3 Chalkboard Wedding Welcome Sign

DIY chalkboard wedding welcome signs are easy to make with chalkboard paint, an old wooden plank, and some decorative touches like flowers and leaves. If you're not the crafty type, you can have a sign made just like this one with your own text and graphics. A minimalist sign like this is perfect for outdoor weddings and receptions with a rustic or garden theme.

It's a good idea to make your own chalkboard wedding welcome sign.
It's a good idea to make your own chalkboard wedding welcome sign (Image via Start at Home Decor)

Common FAQs On Wedding Welcome Sign Ideas

Is a welcome sign necessary?

The purpose of welcome signs is obvious: to welcome guests. Because of this, your planner won't have to spend time assuring each guest that they have entered the correct place.

Where do you put your wedding welcome sign?

You can display it in your home after the wedding, at the entrance of your welcome party, over your sweetheart table at the reception, and during the reception itself.

How big should welcome wedding signs be?

Different places have different types of welcome signs. Make sure it is the right size for the space and the easel it will be displayed on. The typical dimensions are 16×20, 18×24, and 24×36 inches.

What type of wood is used for wedding signs?

Plywood is an excellent option for a short-term wedding sign because of its affordability and durability. It's inexpensive, light, and thin, making it convenient to carry anywhere.

How to make a welcome wedding sign?

There are a lot of options available to you, the most common of which are: Acrylic, leaving the back clear, and painting it to match your wedding colors. Wood is the way to go if you want a more rustic look for your wedding. Timeless Icons include the Chalkboard and the Mirror.

Final Thoughts

A wedding is where all your loved ones may get together to celebrate the union of the bride and groom. To the best of your ability, as the wedding's host, you'll ensure that the ceremony and reception run smoothly. It's not a small work, but rather a top priority to make your loved ones and guests feel at home during a special event. To make a lasting first impression, wedding signs are your best bet. Some of the first things that guests will notice are these. A welcome wedding sign serves many functions and is strongly advised. It alerts guests to the event location and provides directions. A wonderful approach to setting the mood for the big day is personalizing your wedding welcome sign to the couple's preferred style or theme. With one of these chic wedding welcome sign ideas for 2023, you can make a fantastic first impression on your guests.

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