Back in the day, this formal book was a way to signify which family and friends actually attended your wedding. In the past, such books resembled that of an address book, with not much frill or flair. Occasionally you’d come across “the diamond in the rough” decorated to suit the occasion. While an important detail that should not be overlooked, I’m happy to tell you that the days of boring old guest books are gone.
There are many creative ways to re-invent the wedding guest book tradition. You and your new spouse can use the book as the official address book of your friends and family. Create it in a way that captures all their current data, including a spot for cell phone and email addresses. You can go so far as to have the photographer snap a photo of each guest as they sign, and include the picture beside their information in the book. Another fun idea is to frame your wedding invitation, and let the guests sign the matte around the frame. They can write well wishes and notes that become a treasured keepsake in your home forever. The list goes on and on. Just remember, the guest book is a reflection of you and should represent your sense of style.