If you’re getting married, here’s how artificial intelligence could help you plan your big day
Credits: Anthony Medley
Planning a wedding is often described as one of the most magical, yet stressful, experiences in life. In fact, a poll of 500 engaged or newlywed couples revealed that 96% experience significant stress during the planning process.
But there’s good news- a new wave of technology is helping ease that burden- artificial intelligence (AI).
According to the ZIPDO Education Report 2025, 60% of engaged couples are already turning to AI-powered virtual assistants to streamline the wedding planning process. Tools like ChatGPT can help couples manage complex tasks from start to finish, such as creating wedding plan blueprints, coordinating suppliers, and calculating budgets. These smart and efficient solutions are not only reducing stress but also cutting costs along the way.
While AI technology continues to advance, many couples are still unsure how to fully harness its potential.
Wedding experts from Wedissimo are sharing lesser-known tips to help couples optimise these tools for a smoother, less stressful planning experience.
As a platform supporting one in every 200 couples in the UK, Wedissimo is embracing AI to help couples revolutionise wedding planning and is working with couples who are increasingly using the technology to ease the process.
Co-founder of Wedissimo, David Clark, said: “AI is an exciting game-changer for couples and the wedding industry as a whole. No longer limited to directories and generic planning apps, couples can now use AI tools like ChatGPT to take charge of their wedding, planning everything from generating designs, to finding vendors and managing budgets. This growing demand is why we’ve updated our own platform to better support these needs.”
“Our platform is built around AI streamlining time-consuming tasks. For example, our integrated calendar and geolocation tech enables couples to go even further, allowing them not only to plan but also to see which suppliers are available and book them directly from their browser, or even through voice command. Couples can manage everything in one place, reducing stress and making the planning process easier.”
Based on their work with real clients, Dave is sharing the ten most interesting, quirky and handy ways couples can use AI to streamline and enhance the wedding planning process:
1. Wedding Plan Blueprint
To create a wedding plan, you can prompt ChatGPT with your details and let it know you’re unsure where to start. Ask it to generate 15-20 questions to help guide you, then answer them via voice dictation. ChatGPT will use your responses to build a personalised blueprint, breaking down tasks and ensuring you stay organised and stress-free throughout the planning process.
2. Budget Planning
Use AI to break down and monitor your wedding budget throughout the planning process, taking into account your location, priorities, potential vendors, and guest count. It will help you stay on track and suggest alternatives if you go over budget, ensuring you can make informed financial decisions along the way
3. Design Ideas
If you’re looking for stationery, décor, or even an entire wedding theme based on specific colours or styles, upload a screenshot of your Pinterest mood board for added inspiration and direction. AI can help refine your ideas, suggest complementary elements, and provide a clearer vision for your wedding design.
4. Timeline Creation
If you don’t have a planner, using AI to create your wedding timeline is a great way to get organised. It can help outline key events and give vendors a clear idea of when you’ll need their services, making the planning process more efficient and less stressful. Ask it to draw up detailed preparation timelines on tasks, deadlines and checklists and generate templates for letters to suppliers.
5. Vendor Outreach
Start by entering your vendor criteria and a list of potential vendors into AI. After receiving their proposals, upload the documents or share links to their portfolios. AI will then create customised interview questions to help you assess each vendor, making your decision process quicker and more thorough.
6. Seating Charts
Upload an image of the seating chart along with any capacity or personnel constraints and let AI handle the rest. You can even request an image output to visualise the best arrangement, helping you determine who should sit where.
7. Checklists
AI can help create comprehensive checklists for everything couples need for the wedding, from décor and the bridal emergency kit to what to bring on the day. Simply ask it to check if you’re missing anything or if there are any additional items to pick up before the big day.
8. Wedding Playlists
Couples can use AI to create customised playlists for their wedding, from ceremony to reception, by inputting their favourite songs. They can also include songs their families enjoy, as well as avoid any tracks or artists they don’t like. AI will generate tailored playlists for each part of the day, ensuring the music fits their preferences and the overall vibe.
9. Calculating Quantities
AI can assist in determining the precise quantities needed for different wedding elements, such as flowers, food and wine. By factoring in details like the guest list, chosen menu, and floral preferences, AI can provide accurate calculations to help you avoid overordering or missing any essentials for the big day.
10. DIY and Decor Creation
AI can help brides on a DIY journey generate custom illustrations, like watercolour paintings of the venue or unique designs for invitations and décor. Platforms like Midjourney offer personalised artwork, while ChatGPT can provide creative ideas and step-by-step guidance, making it easier to craft beautiful, budget-friendly wedding details.
Dave added: “What’s mind-blowing is that couples are now using AI to personalise every aspect of their weddings, from custom playlists to unique designs. Although not a substitute for vendors, it can be something to do on the side to help cut costs, reduce stress and streamline the process.”