As a Milennial/Gen Z cusper, I am in the midst of planning my own New Years Eve wedding. I have the unique advantage of knowing the tips and tricks that the millennials have relied on for years while being able to utilize the latest AI wedding planning tools that Gen Z is using to plan their weddings.
ChatGPT has been a God send helping me plan aspects of my wedding that were seemingly daunting. For instance, I never realized how many songs you need to pick for different moments of your wedding day. ChatGPT has generated many lists for me to sort through based on what vibe I want for each moment. After months of wedding planning, my creativity is beginning to lack on some of the smaller details – such as choosing and naming signature drinks. I told ChatGPT that I wanted New Year’s Eve themed drinks and boom: my guests will be enjoying their Midnight Mules (Moscow Mules) and Cranberry Countdowns (Champagne with a few splashes of cranberry juice). I am a big fan of ChatGPT now, it has become my virtual assistant, available 24/7 for me.
Why AI?
I highly recommend utilizing AI sites to help you plan, or to spark some ideas for you to build off of. Every bride and groom knows that wedding planning is very involved. There are literally hundreds of decisions to make. There are many tools that can help with checklists, online guest list compilations, and even arranging your floor plan and seating arrangements. But unlike previous generations, Gen Z couples are using a brand new tool to help organize, customize, and personalize their weddings: Artificial Intelligence.
An AI-powered, virtual wedding planner can play an exciting role in your journey! And full disclosure – I did NOT use AI to write this blog!
Here are some of the most popular ways that AI is helping Gen Z plan their dream wedding:
Personalized Wedding Inspiration and Ideas
One of the biggest challenges in wedding planning is simply narrowing down all the ideas out there. Pinterest boards and bridal magazines can offer some theme ideas and the latest trends, but the challenge of identifying exactly what your theme or style is for your big day can be daunting with so many choices. With tools like ChatGPT, couples can describe their wedding vision and instantly receive tailored ideas and suggestions. AI can generate a personalized wedding plan, including:
- finding the perfect venue
- budget management
- full wedding themes
- attire suggestions
- seasonal color schemes
- specific decor based on a couple’s unique preferences
Creating a Timeline
AI-powered tools are transforming how couples create and manage their wedding planning timelines. Instead of using a generic, one-size-fits-all timeline, ChatGPT can generate a personalized plan based on the couple’s wedding date, preferred planning pace, and unique events. By taking into account everything from vendor availability to personal preferences, AI can suggest ideal time frames for tasks like booking the venue, sending invitations, and scheduling dress fittings.
These smart timelines can also be updated in real-time to reflect any changes or new tasks, helping couples stay on track and manage the wedding planning process with less stress!
Automated Budget Planning and Management
Budgeting for a wedding can be VERY overwhelming, but AI is helping Gen Z couples manage their finances with ease. AI-powered budgeting apps can analyze the couple’s spending habits, suggest allocations for different categories, and track expenses as they go. These tools can also offer personalized budget-saving tips, alerting couples to price comparisons or suggesting alternatives when costs rise. AI makes it easier to stay on track financially, which is a priority for Gen Z couples who are often mindful of their finances and budget constraints.
AI Wedding Planning Websites and Communication
Wedding websites and apps have become a staple for sharing event details, RSVPs, updates with guests, and general guest list management. However, AI is making wedding websites even more personalized by allowing couples to create custom, interactive sites that match their theme and style. Artificial Intelligence tools can even generate thoughtful welcome messages, schedule reminders, and integrate travel information for guests—all with minimal effort from the couple.
Additionally, ChatGPT is an asset to your planning when it comes to correspondence like thank you notes! With a few details about the guest and their gift, AI-powered writing tools can help draft thank-you notes with a human touch that feel warm and specific. Couples can adjust the tone and style to reflect their personality, and the AI will create thoughtful, polished messages that can be fine-tuned for each recipient. This allows newlyweds to express genuine gratitude quickly and efficiently, even when they have a long list of guests to thank.
Producing AI Wedding Planning Event Checklists
Wedding planning can become overwhelming quickly, but AI is making it easier by creating tailored checklists that are both comprehensive and adaptable. By asking couples a few questions about their wedding size, style, and budget, AI tools can generate a checklist that covers everything from the essential tasks to small, personal touches. These checklists often include time frames and priority levels for each task, helping couples stay organized without overlooking key details.
Many AI-powered platforms also allow couples to update their checklists based on progress, automatically suggesting adjustments or new items as the planning evolves. This level of customization ensures that each couple has a checklist designed for their specific needs, making wedding planning feel less daunting.
Honeymoon & Bachelor/Bachelorette Party Planning
Planning a destination wedding, honeymoon or bachelor/bachelorette party can be just as complex as planning the wedding itself. AI-driven travel platforms can help couples and their crew quickly narrow down their ideal destinations based on interests, budget, and even the season. Whether you’re dreaming of a tropical beach or an adventurous mountain retreat, AI can suggest itineraries, flights, accommodations, and experiences tailored to the couple’s preferences or the requirements of the party. With a few clicks, Gen Z couples and their parties/guests can have their travels planned and booked!
AI-Assisted Writing for Vows and Speeches
For some couples, writing their personal wedding vows can be a daunting task. AI writing assistants like ChatGPT can help couples find inspiration, outline their thoughts, and even draft personalized vows based on a few inputs about their relationship. While AI won’t replace the heartfelt emotions behind the words, it can help couples find the right language to express themselves. With the use of AI, members of the wedding party can also use these tools to help write the best speech to convey their emotions and good wishes to the bride and groom.
AI Wedding Planning Sites
There are many AI powered wedding tools. Sites like yeschat.ai allow you to start from the beginning (create a mood board for my color palette, suggest elegant venues, choosing the right vendors for your theme) or jump in at the middle with RSVP management, guest count, seating plan). Another AI wedding planner site is nupt.ai that provides an easy user experience and will help from day one. It even includes a chatbot to answer questions!
As technology continues to evolve, AI is expected to play a significant role in the future of wedding planning. By streamlining even more aspects of the process and allowing couples to focus more on the experience and less on logistics, the power of AI in the wedding industry is so exciting!
Daria Capaldi is the general manager for Darianna® Bridal & Tuxedo. On the cusp of the millennial and Gen Z divide, she is perfectly suited in the wedding industry. Currently planning her own wedding for December 31, 2024, her understanding of the emotions and intensity of wedding planning allows her to connect instantly with engaged couples. Daria has worked in the family business since its inception in 2013. She attended James Madison University, and was employed by the Walt Disney Company where she learned how to provide the ultimate customer service experience. She currently resides in Huntington Valley PA with her fiancé Jeff and their two adorable pups, Eva and Ollie.