The Top 5 Most Popular Designs of Marriage Certificates You’ll Want to Choose From!
2018.05.14 published
Stylish [Marriage Certificates] Are on the Rise ♡
The [Marriage Certificate] that the bride and groom sign as a vow of love during the ceremony is an essential item for Christian and civil ceremonies*
Up until a few years ago, marriage certificates mostly featured a traditional design with the words of the vow written on paper, but recently they have evolved into various designs ♡
There are many different designs, including those that are stylish like interior decor, those that match the wedding theme, and those that guests can help create.
In this article, we will introduce 10 popular marriage certificate designs among brides-to-be, categorized by design*
Marriage Certificate Design ① Wedding Tree
The first design we would like to introduce is the Wedding Tree, where guests complete the tree with their stamps, turning it into a marriage certificate ♩ At the reception, guests stamp on the Wedding Tree, which is then completed with the bride and groom's stamps and signatures during the ceremony.
While the most popular design is a tree, some brides opt for unique designs like balloons or wreaths. Additionally, colors of the stamps can have meanings like "love," "patience," or "kindness," allowing guests to choose their favorite, or brides can choose to use stickers instead of stamps, making it easy to customize♡
Marriage Certificate Design ② Heart Drops
Next up is the Heart Drops, which has become a standard marriage certificate design in recent years ♡ Guests place small wooden heart chips with their names written on them into a clear case, and finally, the bride and groom also add their wooden chips to complete it.
Guests have enjoyed the fun of adding their heart wooden chips, and its cute appearance means that many brides display it as decor in their homes after the wedding.
Heart Drops come in various designs beyond hearts, including stars and flowers. Since making them by hand can be challenging, it's recommended to purchase them from wedding item shops or Rakuten ◎
➡ Check out the list of Heart Drops products on Rakuten!
Marriage Certificate Design ③ Acrylic × Pressed Flowers
A particularly popular design among brides celebrating a natural wedding is this one, which sandwiches pressed flowers between transparent acrylic sheets ♡ Simply place your favorite pressed flowers between acrylic sheets and write your vows with a white marker, and it's complete.
The materials can be easily found at home improvement stores, which is why this design is popular for DIY projects.
You can use the same flowers as your bouquet or add greens for a more natural look, allowing you to create a design that fits your personal style*
Marriage Certificate Design ④ Constellation and Night Sky
There are surely brides-to-be who want to use the theme of "Star Wedding" for their ceremonies and incorporate lots of star motifs. For such brides, a marriage certificate design featuring stars or constellations is recommended ♡
Have guests place gold star stickers on navy construction paper to complete the night sky* The bride and groom holding hands is an adorable touch ♩
There’s also a design where stars are pre-drawn on an acrylic board, and guests connect them with lines. The result is a one-of-a-kind constellation ♡ It's exciting to see what the final design will look like by the wedding day.
Marriage Certificate Design ⑤ Wedding Tapestry
This is an idea for a marriage certificate originating from overseas weddings* It features a large canvas fabric with stylish fonts displaying English phrases, known as a Wedding Tapestry. The allure of a Wedding Tapestry lies in its visibility from the back rows of the chapel and its versatility for decoration in welcome areas, reception halls, or gardens ♡
A large and impactful Wedding Tapestry is perfect for brides looking to showcase originality.
This large tapestry not only allows guests to sign it but also provides the opportunity for handprints, drawings, and many more creative ideas ♡
Which Marriage Certificate Will You Choose?? *
We've introduced five popular marriage certificate designs among brides. If you haven't decided on a design yet, perhaps choosing from these options will help◎
A marriage certificate is a testament to your love with your partner ♡ Be sure to prepare a favorite marriage certificate that you will cherish forever!