When it comes to weddings, the personal touches are what make your special day unforgettable. One timeless way to add beauty, emotion, and meaning to your celebration is with poetry. Whether it’s spoken, written, or typed on the spot, poetry has the power to slow time, spark connection, and capture the feeling of love in just a few perfect words.
At Haikuists, we’ve helped hundreds of couples bring this magic to life with live typewritten haiku at weddings across the country. Here are 12 inspiring ideas to weave poetry into your wedding—plus some tips on how we can help make it unforgettable.
1. Live Typewriter Poets for Guests
Book Haikuists to attend your wedding with vintage typewriters and craft one-of-a-kind poems for your guests. They’ll leave with a personalized keepsake they’ll never forget.
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2. A Custom Haiku for the Couple
We can also create a haiku just for you—written before the big day, or typed live in the moment. Frame it, include it in your vows, or read it during your ceremony.
3. Ceremony Readings
Incorporate a favorite poem or haiku as a meaningful reading during your ceremony. It can be classic, modern, funny, or personal—whatever feels like you.
4. Poetry-Inspired Invitations
Include a short haiku or line of poetry on your wedding invites, save-the-dates, or RSVP cards to set the tone from the start.
5. Poem-Filled Programs
Add poetry or haiku to your ceremony programs—something guests can read while they wait and treasure afterward.
6. Welcome Sign or Seating Chart Quotes
Display poetic lines on signs, chalkboards, or printed materials. One of our favorites:
"Let love be the light we walk by."
7. Table Numbers with Haiku
Instead of traditional table numbers, name tables with a haiku or short poem about love, nature, or your story together.
8. Poetry Guest Book
Have guests write short poems or haiku as part of your guest book. (Or ask us to write a starter poem for each page!)
9. Poetry Wedding Favors
Give guests mini scrolls, framed haiku, or printed cards with a poem as a takeaway gift.
10. Custom Vows with Poetic Language
Even if you don’t want full rhyming vows, a touch of poetic phrasing can make your words feel elevated and unforgettable.
11. Poetry Backdrop or Arch
Design a ceremony backdrop or photo booth banner with a favorite line of poetry—simple, stunning, and symbolic.
12. Surprise Poetry Performance
Have a friend, family member, or poet surprise everyone with a live poem at your reception. (Hint: we can help you craft it.)
Let’s Make Poetry Part of Your Love Story
Whether you want a single custom haiku or a whole team of poets at your wedding, Haikuists is here to bring poetic magic to your big day.
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Let’s celebrate your story, one poem at a time.
