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Save-the-dates for your wedding day have come a long way from traditional postcards and magnets. In today’s digital world, engaged couples are ditching the old-school mail-outs and embracing creative, shareable save-the-date videos and TikToks instead! Not only does this modern digital approach save couples money on printing and postage, but it also allows them to showcase their personalities and wedding vibes in a way that paper never could.
At Celestial Farms wedding venue, we’re all about creating unforgettable wedding experiences, and that starts long before your wedding day. We help our couples create custom save-the-date videos and TikToks at the farm, turning a simple wedding announcement into something fun, personal, and totally Instagram and TikTok-worthy.
A Modern and Money-Saving Twist from your Favorite Detroit Wedding Venue
If you’re working with Angie from Angela’s Angles Photography for your wedding photos, your engagement session is included in your package! And we will work as a team to help you create your save the date video at your engagement session! No matter where you take your engagement photos, I (Jen!) will be there as your and Angie's assistant, making sure you get the perfect footage for a stunning digital save-the-date.
Are you ready to make a digital save-the-date that wows your guests? Let’s dive into how you can create something fun and unique, plus a look at how our Celestial Farms team can help bring your vision to life.
Why Choose a Digital Save-the-Date?
Cost-Effective
Wedding expenses add up fast! A digital save-the-date eliminates printing, postage, and design costs, leaving more room in your budget for things that can enhance the overall wedding experience like florals, catering, or an extra-special honeymoon suite.
Instant & Shareable
No snail mail delivery—just create, send, and watch the excitement roll in! Plus, guests can easily save the video to their phones or share it with others.
More Personal & Creative
Unlike a traditional paper save-the-date, a video allows you to incorporate your favorite music, and even special moments from your love story.
Eco-Friendly
A paperless digital save-the-date reduces waste, making it a great option for eco-conscious engaged couples.
How to Create a Unique Save-the-Date Video
Choose Your Style
Your save-the-date video should reflect your personality and wedding theme. Some ideas include:
• Romantic & Cinematic: Soft lighting, romantic music, and slow-motion shots
• Fun & Playful: Dance routines, bloopers, or lip-syncing to your favorite tunes
• Storytelling: A recap of your love story with voiceovers or captions
• Minimalist & Modern: Clean, sleek text overlays on stunning footage
Pick the Perfect Location
Your wedding venue sets the stage for your big day, so why not use it for your save-the-date? At Celestial Farms in Clio, Michigan we provide beautiful backdrops, from our modern barn to scenic outdoor spaces, perfect for creating a magical and fun video.
If you’re having an engagement session with Angie, we’ll capture extra footage and candid content specifically for your save-the-date video. No matter the location, I’ll be there as your assistant for the shoot, helping both you and Angie so she can capture the perfect shots!
Incorporate Fun Props & Effects
Adding a few unique and creative touches can make your video stand out:
• Champagne Pop: Celebrate in style with an exciting slow-motion cork pop! (Tagging Cheers to You Bartending for this one— ask about their new champagne wall!)
• Personalized Signs: Hold up signs with your wedding date, or write it in chalk on a barn wall.
• Drone Footage: A sweeping shot of the engaged couple at sunset = instant movie magic.
• Celestial Newspaper Save-the-Date: One of our favorite creative props! We love a newspaper-style save-the-date where couples pose as the front-page feature, complete with their wedding details. It’s a timeless and trendy twist that’s so fun to share on social media.
Choose the Right Music
Music sets the tone for your save-the-date videos. Think about songs that reflect your love story:
• Classic Love Songs: “Can’t Help Falling in Love” – Elvis Presley
• Upbeat & Fun: “Happy” – Pharrell Williams
• Indie & Romantic: “You Are the Best Thing” – Ray LaMontagne
• Theatrical & Cinematic: Instrumental film scores for an epic love story feel
Edit & Share!
Once you’ve captured your digital footage, you can edit it using free apps like TikTok and CapCut. Want it professionally polished? We can help refine your video to make it truly engaging and unforgettable with a videographers touch.
Then, simply share it via:
• Text or Email
• Your Wedding Website
• Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook
• A Private Group Chat for your Wedding Guests
How Celestial Farms Makes It Easy
We know planning your dream wedding is A LOT, so we go above and beyond just providing a venue. We create once in a lifetime wedding experiences—including helping you make a save-the-date video that feels truly personal.
Exclusive Perks for Our Couples
✔ Save-the-Date Video Sessions at the Farm: Whether it’s your engagement shoot, or a special visit, we’ll help capture content for your video.
✔ Engagement Session Assistance: If you’re taking engagement photos with Angie, I (Jen!) will be your personal assistant for the shoot, ensuring we get all the perfect footage for your video.
✔ TikTok & Reel Creation: We can help you make short, engaging videos so you can announce your wedding date in a way that’s modern and social-media-friendly.
✔ Creative Ideas & Editing Help: Need inspiration? I’ll share examples of save-the-dates I’ve made and some of my favorite trending ideas.
✔ Fun Newspaper-Style Save-the-Date Option: A vintage twist that’s Instagram-worthy and totally unique. (My personal favorite!)
This is just one of the many ways we engage with our booked couples to make their wedding experience memorable, stress-free, and totally fun!
A Modern and Money-Saving Twist from your Favorite Detroit Wedding Venue
Your save-the-date can the tone for your wedding and it is guaranteed to get your guests excited. A digital save-the-date video is modern, affordable, and incredibly fun to create, and at Celestial Farms wedding venue, we’re here to help!
Whether you want a dreamy cinematic video filmed at the farm or a playful TikTok at your created at your engagement photo location to share on social media, we’ll make sure your save-the-date is as special as your love story.
Need inspiration or want to start planning your one-of-a-kind digital save-the-date video? Reach out to us—we can’t wait to create something fun, magical and memorable with you!
Let us deliver your DREAM wedding at Celestial Farms—your favorite Detroit wedding venue!
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