Wedding invitations are often the first look into the details of your wedding for your guests, but wedding ceremony and reception signs are usually one of the first things they are met with on the day itself. This is one of the main reasons why having signage that not only matches your theme and decor, but also represents you as a couple, is so important! You may have recently taken to Pinterest to search out some inspiration on the best wedding signs. Paperlust not only offers wedding welcome signs to greet your guests at your main event, but also offers wedding reception signs that are perfect for guiding your guests through the day from your seating charts to your timeline. With over 250 designs created by independent designers, there is a style and theme to fit every couple. Whether you are looking for a minimal wedding sign, rustic wedding sign, something unique and eye-catching like acrylic, or even a sign in a different language, Paperlust has customizable designs that are guaranteed to fit what you are looking for for your special day.
Welcome Sign Ideas
Your wedding welcome signs not only serve the purpose of welcoming your guests to your event and providing them with helpful information to guide them through your day, but also play an essential part in your wedding decor. Just like taking the time to style your wedding with decor that represents you as a couple, your signs should do the same!
Take your signs to the next level by getting creative with your customisation options and get inspired by some of these wedding welcome sign ideas:
- Personalized wedding signs including a favorite photo of you as a couple
- Funny wedding signs that feature a quote from your favorite television show or wedding related pun
- Wooden wedding signs perfect for a rustic vintage wedding
- Floral wedding signs that suit an outdoor spring or summer wedding
- Mirrored wedding signs that fit with romantic glam decor
- Acrylic wedding signs that are perfect for a modern feel
Already have art ready for the venue? Welcome boards, directional arrows, bar signs, and seating chart prints are a different beast to stationery — they need to be sturdy, weather-resistant, and sized for a crowd. Paperlust's sister site offers a range of printing services for wedding signs for those who have created their own artwork, so every element of your day feels cohesive from the save the date through to the send-off.
To keep your creativity flowing, take the next step and browse our collection of wedding welcome sign designs to see which one catches your eye!
Decided on your wedding welcome sign? Get matching seating charts here!
DIY Wedding Signs
DIY and handmade wedding signs fill many couple's wedding inspiration boards and often fit nicely into their wedding budget. Depending on what you're looking for, you may be able to have a friend put pen to paper and create a DIY wedding welcome sign, but keep in mind that supplying your own materials to create your wedding sign may end up costing you more than you anticipated when all is finished.
While this do-it-yourself route can be a fun one to take, if you want to check this piece of day-of stationery off of your list with less stress, at Paperlust, we offer a wide selection of customisable templates that give you the DIY feel without really having to do everything yourself! Edit the information on the sign, or make a special request to change an element on one of our many templates, and let us take care of the rest! Wedding signs at an affordable price without the stress (leaving both you and your wedding budget happy!)
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Custom Wedding Signs
When it comes to your wedding signs, our selection of templates are a great way to spark inspiration when designing your day-of stationery, but customising these wedding signs are an ideal way to express your personality as a couple. Take your wedding decor to the next level by choosing a unique format such as a wood wedding sign or other format such as acrylic. Not only are you able to customise the wording and font to fit your style, you can add other personal touches such as a favorite photo. When customising our designs, start by seeing what you're drawn to and asking yourself what makes you feel like you.
Inspired by our designs but want to combine different elements to create a one-of-a-kind wedding sign? Start fresh and work alongside one of our professional designers who will help bring your vision to life! Whether customising one of our pre-designed signs, working with a designer, or printing a design you already have on hand, you can trust Paperlust to print and deliver quality, custom wedding signs for your wedding day.
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Pre-wedding events
Wedding signs don't have to just be for weddings. You can customise our designs to create engagement party wedding signs or bridal shower/kitchen tea and bachelorette party wedding signs. Your engagement wedding signs and hens party wedding signs don't have to match the rest of your decor. Many couples haven't decided on a theme at this point in the wedding timeline, but if you have, why not create a consistent style right from Day One?
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Paperlust without doubt has the best wedding signs for your big day because we are flexible enough to work around you and deliver exactly what you have in mind. Wedding signs for a wedding should make a statement, so browse our exclusive collection by independent artists and see which design stands out to you.
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Wedding Signs For Sale
With a variety of wedding signs to choose from at Paperlust, we make it easy to design your entire day-of wedding stationery suite from wedding welcome signs to reception signs, custom seating charts and more. Your wedding signs are not only easily customisable to match your wedding style, but can tie in with our matching selections of save the dates and invitations.
We're all about keeping the planning process stress-free and we believe getting custom wedding signs shouldn't break the bank--or your wedding budget--which is why we offer our couple's 15% off when purchasing three or more items and free, worldwide shipping on orders over $300 USD. Browse our collection of wedding signs for sale, click and customise, and let Paperlust take care of the rest.
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Wedding Directions Signs
Providing the best experience for your guests starts before the wedding date itself from your save the dates, invitations, and RSVPs, but how can you provide a great experience the day of the wedding? Wedding direction signs is the answer!
When guests arrive for your wedding they may be unfamiliar with the area or the venue itself which is why wedding direction signs are so helpful. These signs can help provide immediate answers to questions your guests may have. From signage that ushers your guests to the venue's parking, to pointing them in the direction of where the ceremony will take place, there endless styles of directional signs to answer your guests' questions! Wherever you need to guide your guests, wedding direction signs make it easy for them to find what they're looking for and keep the day stress-free for you and them.
Ready to get started? Get a custom quote for wedding direction signs here.
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Wedding Signs Template
When it comes to finding wedding sign templates online, you're met with a lot of options including some free ones. While a free option might seem like the best fit for your wedding budget, the quality of your final product will reflect the price.
At Paperlust, we guarantee both the quality of your wedding signs as well as the service at an affordable price. With over 250 customisable wedding sign templates from our independent designers to choose from online--everything from modern and minimal signs, to wedding sign templates on unique formats such as circles and arches--you will receive a product in hand for your wedding day that has been prepared and delivered with attention to detail in mind.
Find a design you love but have a few changes you would like to make? We give you the option to request custom changes to any of our signs before submitting your order to add a personal touch and make them your own.
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What Wedding Signs Do You Actually Need?
Wedding signs cover a lot of ground — from the welcome sign at the entrance to drink menus at the bar. Here's a breakdown of the most popular types and what each one does:
Welcome Sign
The most essential sign of all. Placed at the venue entrance or ceremony, your welcome sign greets guests and sets the tone for the day. It typically includes the couple's names and the date. Match your signs to your invitation suite
Most popular formats: A-frame easel, free-standing frame, backed foam board, or printed on acrylic.
Seating Chart / Seating Board
Helps guests find their table. Can display names alphabetically or by table. A well-designed seating chart is one of the most photographed signs at any wedding reception. Browse matching seating charts
Bar Menu Sign
Tells guests what drinks are available — especially useful for signature cocktails, wine selections, or dry/non-alcoholic bars. Bar menu signs have become one of the most popular wedding sign styles in 2025–2026. For individual place settings, add matching wedding menu cards
Table Numbers
Small signs (typically 10–15cm) placed on each table. Can be simple numerals or include table names (guest pairings, song titles, favourite places). Paperlust table number signs coordinate with your invitation suite for a cohesive look.
Order of Events Sign
A timeline of the reception displayed near the entrance or bar. Helps guests know when to expect dinner, speeches, the first dance, and the cake cutting. Reduces the number of times you'll be asked "what time's dinner?"
Advice / Wishes Sign
A prompt sign placed near a guest book or cards table, encouraging guests to leave advice or wishes for the couple. Common prompts: "Advice for the newlyweds," "Date night ideas," "Words of wisdom."
Reserved Signs
Small tabletop signs for reserved tables or seats — typically for immediate family, the wedding party, or elderly guests who need particular placement.
Directional Signs
Arrows and text signs that guide guests from parking → ceremony → reception → bathroom → photobooth. Especially useful at larger venues or properties where guests can easily get lost.
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Wedding Sign Wording Examples
Wording your signs is often harder than choosing the design. Here are ready-to-use examples across the most common sign types:
Welcome Sign Wording
Formal:
Welcome Emma & Daniel 14 March 2026
Warm/personal:
Welcome to our wedding We're so glad you're here Emma & Daniel · 14 March 2026
Casual/fun:
Hey, you made it! Emma & Dan are getting married Grab a drink and celebrate with us
Bilingual (popular for multicultural weddings):
Welcome · Benvenuti Emma & Daniel · 14 March 2026
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Bar Menu Sign Wording
Signature cocktails:
The Bar His: The Daniel — Whisky sour with native lemon myrtle Hers: The Emma — Rosé spritz with strawberry & mint
Beer · Wine · Soft drinks available Ask our bartender for tonight's specials
Dry/non-alcoholic bar:
Cocktails (0 percent ABV) Cucumber Cooler · Hibiscus Fizz · Sparkling Elderflower Coffee & tea from 8pm
Simple:
Open Bar Beer · Wine · Champagne · Soft Drinks Drink responsibly and dance enthusiastically
Order of Events Sign Wording
The Evening 5:30pm · Cocktail hour & canapés 7:00pm · Guests seated for dinner 7:15pm · Couple's entrance 7:30pm · Entrée 8:00pm · Speeches 8:45pm · Main course 9:30pm · First dance 9:45pm · Cake cutting 10:00pm · Dancing until midnight
Tonight is going to be a good night
Advice/Wishing Well Sign Wording
Advice for the newlyweds (Be as wise, funny or heartfelt as you like)
Date night ideas Help us fill our jar with adventures
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Wedding Sign Materials: Which One Is Right for You?
Paperlust wedding signs are available in a range of materials. Here's how each one works in practice:
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Printed paper/card
Best for: Welcome signs, order of events, table numbers
Style: Any style
Durability: Use once — ideal for keepsakes
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Acrylic
Best for: Welcome signs, bar menus, seating charts
Style: Modern, minimalist, glamorous
Durability: Long-lasting, reusable
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Wood
Best for: Rustic, bohemian, country weddings
Style: Warm, organic
Durability: Excellent
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Mirror/metallic
Best for: Glam, art deco, formal receptions
Style: Luxurious
Durability: Excellent
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Foam board (backed)
Best for: Large-format seating charts
Style: Versatile
Durability: Single use
Our pick for 2026: Acrylic signs continue to dominate. They photograph beautifully, work across every style from minimal to maximalist, and can be kept as a keepsake or gifted to family.
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Ceremony Signs vs Reception Signs: What You Need Where
At the ceremony:
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- Welcome sign (entrance)
- Reserved seating signs (first two rows for family)
- Order of service (if not using a printed booklet)
- Directional signs if the venue has multiple spaces
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At the reception:
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- Seating chart
- Table numbers
- Bar menu sign
- Order of events
- Cards & gifts table sign
- Advice/wishing well sign
- Photobooth prop signs or speech bubble signs
- Directional signs to bathrooms, photobooth, exit
Tip: A complete wedding sign package from a single designer collection ensures every sign coordinates visually — the same fonts, colours, and design elements throughout. Paperlust offers matched suites from our independent designer collections.
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2026 Wedding Sign Trends (Australia)
Arched/shaped signs — Arch-shaped welcome signs and seating charts have replaced rectangular formats as the go-to shape for weddings in 2025–2026. The organic silhouette works beautifully with both rustic and modern aesthetics.
Sage & warm neutral palettes — Warm whites, sage green, dusty rose, and terracotta are dominating Australian wedding sign colour palettes this year, moving away from the all-white minimal aesthetic of previous years.
Illustrated botanical details — Custom-illustrated florals, native Australian botanicals (banksia, wattle, eucalyptus), and hand-drawn organic motifs are being used to personalise signs beyond just names and dates.
Bilingual signs — Couples from multicultural backgrounds are increasingly including their family's language on welcome signs — a beautiful way to honour both cultures.
QR code signs — A small but growing trend: QR code cards placed at tables linking to the couple's photo sharing album, allowing guests to upload and access wedding photos in real time.
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FAQ
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For a free-standing easel sign, A2 (420mm × 594mm) or larger is recommended to ensure it's visible from a distance and makes an impact at the venue entrance. For tabletop signs (table numbers, menus), A5 (148mm × 210mm) to A4 (210mm × 297mm) is standard. Bar menu signs typically range from A3 to A1 depending on content length.
Allow 3–4 weeks minimum. For custom or specialty print types (acrylic, wood, foil), allow 4–5 weeks. Your seating chart will need to be ordered last — usually 2 weeks before the wedding once your final guest numbers are confirmed.
No — start with the essentials (welcome sign and seating chart) and add from there based on your venue layout and wedding style. Many couples find a welcome sign, seating chart, bar menu sign, and table numbers cover everything they need.
Yes — and they should. Paperlust offers signs from the same designer collections as our invitations, save the dates, and menus. Ordering from the same collection ensures fonts, colours, and design elements remain consistent throughout your full stationery suite.
Many couples keep their welcome sign as a home decoration or gift it to their parents. Acrylic and wood signs make particularly long-lasting keepsakes. Table numbers are often sold on wedding Facebook groups or marketplace apps. Your seating chart makes a beautiful framed print of who attended your wedding.
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