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The big day is getting closer, the guest list is ready, and the time has come to think about the invitations. Naturally, you want them to be memorable, just like every other component of your wedding. The invitations are the opening act for the whole show. They help guests learn what to expect from your special day and how to prepare for it. So you want to make the invites special. What about something original – like a video invitation?
It’s not just good. It’s a brilliant one! With a video, you can do much more than just invite your guests. That little movie will let you share your festive mood with everyone and give a little sneak peek of what’s going to happen at the wedding. The guests will be able to learn something new about you as a couple. And, for sure, everyone who gets one of these invites will be impressed!
If you already have a wedding website, you can create your invitations in the same style and colors – that will make a beautiful ensemble.
A video can express much more than a paper invitation. There are lots of ways to make the invitation meaningful to you and your guests. For instance, you can shoot it in significant locations or add your own Easter eggs to it. And after all, isn’t it just plain cool to have a teaser for your own wedding video?
Another reason it’s a great idea is that the wedding invitation video can stay with you forever. It’s a perfect digital artifact that, years later, will let you revisit this unique occasion – chaos behind the scenes but still one of the happiest days of your life.
Last but not least, don’t you agree that video shooting, choosing the perfect clips, and the editing process sound a lot more fun than writing hundreds of addresses in fancy lettering by hand?
Now let’s talk numbers. Creating 100 paper wedding invitations can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars. In addition to this, you’ll spend an unthinkable amount of time addressing and filling every envelope. For sure, you have better things to spend your time and money on.
A video invitation, on the other hand, might even cost you nothing if you have some ready to use romantic photos and videos (we bet you do), and will take just a couple of hours to create and send out.
Sending videos instead of paper invitations is the greenest way to invite people to your wedding. And, to make the celebration even more eco-friendly, you can convert your save-to-date and thank-you cards to video format, too.
First, go through your archives and choose some of the sweetest and most touching photos or videos. Yes, this is the time to shine the spotlight on all those engagement trip and love-story photoshoots you were stopping yourself from posting in order to not be too annoying on Facebook.
Try to find the moments that make your story unique: your first date and dance, a romantic cruise, holidays you spent together, the proposal, a peek into your daily life – anything you think represents you and your love. Or if you are more about wisecracks and jokes, choose awkward and funny clips. In short, set the mood for your wedding.
Once the best of your photos have been selected, it’s time for the most interesting part – editing. Don’t worry, it’s much easier than you might think. Especially if you choose a beginner-friendly and simple software.
Movavi Video Editor will do the job perfectly. Here, you’ll be able to merge your photos and videos, add beautiful transitions and stunning effects in no time. In our Effects Store, you’ll find the Wedding Set which will help you set the mood for your video. Here’s a quick tutorial on how you can create your video using Movavi:
By the way, we have a special discount for our readers. Use promo code EFFECT when you purchase Movavi Editor Plus and a Movavi Effects Store subscription together and you’ll get 20% off!
Another program you can try is the Fastreel online video maker. There’s even a special template you can use for any type of wedding video. All you have to do is upload your content and choose the stickers and titles. Trust us, invitations have never been so easy!
If you want your video invitations to take the form of an animated cartoon, you can use Powtoon video maker and its wedding template. This is a good option for couples who want to keep it short and sweet, and who don’t want to use their personal photos in the invitation!
Another app to help you create an animated invitation video is Animaker. Their invitation maker is very easy to use and perfect for those who are creating their first animated clip.
The best part about the video format for invitations is that it lets you be as creative as you want. To avoid getting overwhelmed by all the things you want to add to your video, here are some tips:
Looking for some ideas to inspire you? Here are our favorite video invites from YouTube:
Sending wedding invitations has never been so easy. All you need is to download the ready-to-go video to YouTube, Vimeo, or Google Drive directly from the editing program. And then send an email with a link to the invite and your website, where your guests will be able to RSVP.
So let’s summarize. A video is a novel, memorable, money-saving and eco-friendly way to invite your nearest and dearest to share THAT SPECIAL DAY with you. As for editing, it is fun and can really grow into a whole new hobby. Besides, there’s no doubt those new skills are going to come in handy again very soon. You’re planning to take some photos and videos on your honeymoon, aren’t you?
Enjoyed our Wedding set from the Effects Store? You can create more cool effects packs with us!
We hope that, after editing your wedding invitation, you’ll get into video making. Filming on vacation and during holidays is a fun family activity – and for all those future movies you’ll need more effects from Movavi. Vote for one of the next options here, and on September 1st 3030, we’ll choose one theme based on your votes. The new pack chosen by our users will be available in the Movavi Effects Store this autumn!
