13 Must-Have Elements to Include in Your Profile Book, Comparable to a Free Paper in Readability! ♡
2017.08.14 published
What should I write in a profile book??
Recently, everyone has been making "profile books" at weddings*
It's a booklet packed with two people's profiles, seating charts, menus, and more♩
Here are 6 basic standard items to include in a profile book*
① Greeting from the couple
② Profiles of the couple
③ Seating chart
➃ Food menu
⑤ Drink menu
⑥ New home information
These six items are the essentials for a profile book, but
many experienced brides prepare various other items and content to create a profile book that is as rich and fulfilling as a free paper, making it an enjoyable read♡
In addition to the basic items, I’ve picked out some fun content to include in the profile book that will be enjoyable to read*
Fun to Read ♩ Content to Include in a Profile Book① Love Story
Including the couple's love story in the profile book is already a classic idea*
Let's include photos for milestones such as when you met, dating periods, and the proposal♩
Fun to Read ♩ Content to Include in a Profile Book② Timeline
Writing a timeline in the profile book is also recommended♩
Since guests are often not informed of when the wedding will end, knowing approximately when the event will conclude can help them plan their after-event schedule, which would be appreciated◎
Fun to Read ♩ Content to Include in a Profile Book③ Introduction of Handmade Items
It's typical to showcase the DIY items that the bride has put a lot of effort into in the profile book*
Nowadays, many brides are skilled at DIY, so some guests might think, “This must be something she bought!” or “That must be provided by the venue.”
But if you let them know that you made it yourself, they’ll surely be surprised and say, “Wait! This is handmade too?! That’s amazing!”♩
Fun to Read ♩ Content to Include in a Profile Book④ Favorite Shops
Creating a page to introduce recommended restaurants is also a good idea.
Including restaurant review sites or QR codes for the establishments would be thoughtful*
Fun to Read ♩ Content to Include in a Profile Book⑤ Album
An album page that makes abundant use of the couple's pre-wedding photos*
It’s a plus to have comments for each photo♡
Fun to Read ♩ Content to Include in a Profile Book⑥ Ramen Championship
Since both the bride and groom love ramen, someone created a page listing their favorite ramen shops!
At weddings where many guests live nearby, conversations like “I’ve been here before!” or “I haven’t been here yet, but I want to try it!” are likely to be lively♩
Fun to Read ♩ Content to Include in a Profile Book⑦ Venue Introduction
Including an introduction of the venue chosen from among numerous wedding venues is also a lovely idea*
Including details about the venue's concept and favorite points can help guests pay attention to and enjoy the venue as well♩
Fun to Read ♩ Content to Include in a Profile Book⑧ Special Thanks
Some profile books have included a page that introduces guests and staff who helped with the wedding as special thanks*
It’s just like in movies or CDs♡
Introducing those who will give toasts or speeches, or those who handmade decorations for the welcome area is a wonderful idea♩
Fun to Read ♩ Content to Include in a Profile Book⑨ Dress Introduction
There are brides who introduced their dresses inside their profile books*
This is because the dress and accessories were handmade by the bride's aunt.....!♡
This is a wonderful page where they can present a cherished wedding dress to the guests♩
Fun to Read ♩ Content to Include in a Profile Book⑩ Introduction of Separate Ceremony
A bride who had a separate resort ceremony before the reception used photos and comments from the ceremony day to report the occasion in the profile book.
For those who have weddings at different times such as resort weddings in Hawaii or Shinto-style ceremonies, including photos and reports of the ceremony can be good for guests to see♩
Fun to Read ♩ Content to Include in a Profile Book⑪ Growth Journey of the Couple
Don’t you think it’s lovely to introduce the growth journey of the couple with photos?
Comments like “You haven’t changed since childhood!” can spark conversations among guests♩
Fun to Read ♩ Content to Include in a Profile Book⑫ Family Tree
Finally, I’d like to introduce the family tree*
It’s a page in the profile book that shows well how they were surrounded by their families while growing up.
This is especially recommended for weddings where many guests are friends who get along well with the family, or for family-only weddings♩
Fun to Read ♩ Content to Include in a Profile Book⑬ Hometown Recommendation Map
Some couples prepared a profile book brimming with love for their hometown by writing about recommended spots in their hometown.
This can be a great way for friends and relatives from the area to get to know the places where the couple was born and raised.
Prepare a Thoughtful Profile Book ♩
I introduced wonderful profile books from previous brides♡
In addition to the basic items, it was filled with great ideas for engaging and enjoyable pages and content.
Since including all this content may make it too bulky, I recommend creating a profile book with the basic items plus about 2-5 additional items.