20 Genius TikTok Wedding Hacks You Need to See ASAP

TikTok can be a great place to find trendy wedding songs and unique speech ideas, but it can also be a prime source for wedding hacks. Yes, Gen Z's favorite app can take your mind off of wedding planning stress and provide a wealth of inspiration for your ceremony and reception. In fact, plenty of wedding pros and real couples frequently take to the app to share insider tips and tricks. So, whether you've just gotten engaged or you're days out from saying "I do," there are numerous wedding TikTok hacks that'll make your life easier. But don't just take our word for it. We spoke to social media geniuses Alli Kennon, The Knot's TikTok specialist, and Kerre Jo Lattanzio, The Knot's social media coordinator, who both think TikTok is a valuable tool and sounding board for your wedding planning needs. Keep reading to learn what hacks they've deemed their favorites. From seating chart secrets to the best ways to get stunning pics, these wedding hacks seriously change the game.

1. Use Invisible Ink for RSVP Cards

@jenn.taylorsversion #PepsiApplePieChallenge #weddingtiktok #rsvp #bride ♬ True Beauty - Jonna

No matter how organized you are with your wedding stationery, there's a chance guests may send their RSVP cards back without their names. To avoid calling dozens of people trying to figure out who's who, number every card with invisible ink, writing down the number that goes with each guest. If a card comes back nameless, consult your spreadsheet or notebook to confirm who it was. You'll save so much time with this wedding TikTok hack.

2. Have a Precut Wedding Cake Slice

@cakesbymarian Shhhh its a wedding cake secret! #cakesbymarian #cakedecorating #cakevideo #caketok #cake #weddingcake #wedding #fakecake #dummycake #fondant #buttercream ♬ how would they know bad girls club - Sara Speax

There are a lot of wedding cake hacks out there, but this one is our favorite. "Big wedding cakes can sometimes go to waste. I love the idea of doing a fake-out cake with a slice to cut. It's the perfect amount for the couple, easier on the baker and allows you to do a different dessert for your guests," Kennon says. Having a fake wedding cake with just one real slice also helps lower catering costs, since you can opt for a less-expensive (but still tasty) sheet cake for your guests.

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3. Consider Booking a Prewedding IV Hydration Appointment

@sploww #fyp #foryoupage #wedding #weddingtiktok #weddingplanning #2024bride #bridetobe #bride #bridalera #weddingtok #2024wedding #2024weddingtrends #2024weddingplanning #bridetok #bridesoftiktok #weddingdetails #weddinginspo #brideinspo #nycwedding #weddingday #bridaltiktok #bridalinspo #nyc #nycgirl #newyorkcity #citywedding #engaged #engagement #weddingweekend #weddingprep #weddingpreparation #bridalmakeup #bridaltips #weddingtips #weddingweek ♬ Our Last Summer - Mamma Mia Songs

Having a prewedding wellness routine is crucial. That's why some choose to make an IV hydration appointment because of its potential health benefits. "Your wedding week is a marathon, not a sprint. As you and your partner knock off tasks on your wedding to-do list, consider adding an IV service so you can fuel yourself for the errands that remain," Lattanzio says. We highly suggest you speak with your physician before doing this service and research if IV therapy is the best option for you.

4. Use a Large Tote Bag for Bathroom Trips

@clairekeathley BRIDE HACK! #bridehack #weddinghack #weddingdresshack #tiktokwedding #weddingphotographer #daytonohio #daytonohiophotographer #bridetobe ♬ bee - Burbank

This is hands down one of the best Ikea wedding hacks we've ever seen. If you're unsure how you'll manage a bathroom trip in your wedding dress, you could ask a bridesmaid to hold your skirt à la 27 Dresses—or you could use an old IKEA bag to help hike up your dress. Watch and learn!

5. Have Your BFF Do Postceremony Guest Interviews

@shayna_webb Replying to @cats9994 these videos are some of my absolute favorite to look back on post-wedding! It's like a video guestbook with lots of funny, personal moments!! My Maid of Honor did amazing going around to different guests to interview them, and I'm so thankful to have these videos to watch forever! Thank you to all our awesome wedding guests who participated!! Hope this helps give others ideas who want to do something like this and are #planningawedding !! #maidofhonorduties #uniqueweddingideas #mockumentarywedding #weddinginterview #maidofhonor #funweddingideas #weddingguest ♬ original sound - Shayna | gen z bride+wife tips

A new Gen Z wedding trend we adore is postceremony interviews. It's a great idea for those who have a loved one who's comfortable in front of the camera and want BTS footage of what their guests thought of the wedding. "I come from a speech and debate background and I just think this is such a fun idea. Give your social butterfly bestie this role and watch how much more fun the wedding becomes," says Kennon.

6. Open a Credit Card Just for Wedding Expenses

@shanndetrick Make money on your wedding > go into debt over your wedding 🥂 #weddingtikok #weddingtips #weddingplanning #weddingideas #uniqueweddingideas #engaged ♬ Speechless - Dan + Shay

Throwing a wedding is expensive. But there are numerous TikTok wedding credit card hacks that prove it's possible to make money while you spend. Open an account with a credit card company that has a great rewards program, and use that card solely for major wedding purchases. Then, after you've racked up tons of cash in rewards, put that money toward smaller expenses, like wedding party gifts or your honeymoon.

7. Have a Wedding Cake at Each Reception Table

@riasdesignsinc "LET THEM EAT CAKE" we say🍰 Source @thismagicmoment.co #weddingcake #weddingcakes #weddinginspiration #torontoweddingplanner #bridetobe #wedluxe #weddingtrends ♬ Whatcha Say - Jason Derulo

"You can have your cake and eat it too. Make your guests feel special with wedding cakes at every table for them to taste in commemoration of your big day. (Bonus points if you make each cake a different flavor so your guests will feel inclined to go to every table and interact with one another)," Lattanzio tells us.

8. Be Intentional About How You Enjoy Your Wedding Morning

@ashieadams please steal this idea it was so amazing #wedding #weddingtiktok #weddingday #yoga ♬ original sound - ashie

Some traditions are meant to be broken—especially the one that says you shouldn't see your S.O. before the ceremony. If you don't want to spend half of the day avoiding your partner, use wedding day hacks that push away planning stress and give you time to relax with your partner. We love how this couple hosted a morning yoga session for themselves and their VIPs to shake off last-minute nerves. Or, for something more low-key, you could always enjoy breakfast in bed or take a walk to chat and set intentions for the day.

9. Propose Before a Trip, Not During

@niilouus Euro summer has been 10/10!!! #engaged #ovalengagementring #engagementring #lakecomo #italywedding #italianwedding #eurosummer #italy #engagement #proposal ♬ original sound - Extra account

"This one is kind of a hack for before the engagement, but as someone who got engaged on a trip to Iceland, I would've LOVED to get engaged on the first day or right before so I could enjoy the trip without worrying about when it would happen," Kennon confesses. Once you pop the question, you and your partner can celebrate all trip long, without feeling anxious.

10. Tuck Tissues in the Back of a Bouquet

@nancyann302 Best wedding tip! I bet you haven't heard this one! #wedding #weddingtiktok #weddingtips #weddingplanning #engaged ♬ Lofi - Domknowz

Picture this: You're exchanging vows when suddenly you feel a tear run down your face. You'd rather have a tissue to wipe it away than your hand, right? If you think you might be prone to teary eyes or a runny nose during the ceremony, use one of our favorite TikTok wedding hacks and tuck tissues in the back of your wedding party member's bouquet. If you need a tissue, they'll be able to discreetly pass one over.

11. Preserve Your Wedding Flowers With Hair Spray

@marie.macdonald5 Tips from the OG 💐 #flowers #grandmother #botany #fyp #iykyk #hydrangeas #diy ♬ Flowers - Miley Cyrus

There are dozens of wedding flower hacks out there, but this one ranks high on our list. Preserve your wedding bouquet using this tried-and-true method. "Hydrangeas have been taking New England by storm this summer and have really grown in popularity after Olivia Culpo's recent Rhode Island wedding. If you've been looking for a way for your hydrangeas to last throughout your wedding day, this wedding hack's got you covered," Lattanzio says. Using hair spray works for any flower and keeps the bloom's petals from falling off as time passes, but remember that the volume and color of your flowers will naturally change as the night goes on.

12. Make Your Wedding Favors Useful

@plusoneplanning so there ya have it! #weddingfavors #wedding101 #wedtok #bridetok #engagedaf #weddingplanner #weddingplannertip #bridetip #weddingplanning101 ♬ Sunny Day - Ted Fresco

If you're going to invest in wedding favors, you don't want them to sit untouched in guests' junk drawers for months—or worse, left on the tables at your reception. To avoid unnecessary waste, opt for practical or consumable favors instead. According to one planner's TikTok, almost anything edible or useful will go over well. Consider offering cookies, honey, candles, matches or similar gifts.

13. Give Your Wedding Party Members Day-of Jobs

@clairechesnuthill The best girls a bride could ask for!!! June 8th, 2024 was the best day!! 💍🥂👰🏼‍♀️🖤 #weddingtiktok #wedding #weddingday #bridesmaids #fullhouse #weddingvibes #bride #bridal #makeup #hair #diamond ♬ Full House - The Hollywood Prime Time Orchestra

Giving the wedding party small tasks for the day of is one of the smartest wedding planning hacks. This keeps the wedding party in the know leading up to the ceremony and reception, which can be the most confusing time. The most easily forgotten task is vibe curator—and that job should go to the bestie who you know will make a killer getting-ready playlist.

14. Pack a Wedding Day Emergency Kit

@thelangco #weddingday #weddinginspo #weddingvibes #weddingtips #weddingphotographer #wedding #photographer #emergencykit #foryou ♬ original sound - Kayla Lang | Wedding Photog

You've probably thought about what you might include in your wedding day emergency kit, but take it from this TikTok wedding photographer who's seen it all. In addition to the classics, like a sewing kit, scissors, earring backs and tape, pack a few underrated products like chalk (for covering up unwanted spots on a white outfit) and extra socks (in case a groomsman loses their pair).

15. Use Sticky Notes to Create Your Seating Chart

@yanirachavez_ The simplest and most effective seating chart tip in my opinion. #isaidyes #planningmywedding #weddingtiktok #bride #bridetobe #wedding ♬ Sunny Day - Ted Fresco

Making your wedding seating chart is like a glorified game of Tetris. Your configuration will likely change a few times, and trying to write it out by hand will result in crumpled papers and unnecessary headaches. To simplify the process, draw a mock-up of your reception setup on cardboard and use color-coordinated sticky notes (blue for school friends, yellow for close family members, pink for coworkers, etc.) to represent your guests. This allows you to easily make revisions until you get the perfect arrangement.

16. Organize Using Wedding Planning Boxes

@rileejsmith How I stay sane while wedding planning 😅👰🏼‍♀️ #weddingtiktok #weddingtips #bridetobe #organizationhacks ♬ Pieces (Solo Piano Version) - Danilo Stankovic

The best wedding hacks involve being organized, since it's key to keeping your sanity while planning. We love this bride's genius tip: Buy boxes to store physical "Planning" and "Day Of" essentials like small accessories, contract copies, color swatches and more. That way, when you want to show the invite samples to your crew, you know exactly where to find them.

17. Track the Sunset for Golden Hour Photos

@samirosetansel Some wedding day tips that you may have not thought of! #wedding #weddinghacks #budgetwedding #fyp #bride #married #ShowUpShowOff #Animation ♬ original sound - Sami Tansel 🕊️✨🫶🏼

We love every wedding planning hack this bride has—especially her tip about using The Knot to track RSVPs. But beyond that, her suggestion to monitor the sunset is a great way to be sure you get those Instagram-worthy golden hour shots. Set aside a block in your wedding day schedule to snap a few pictures with your photographer right before the sun goes down so you don't lose track of time while dancing and mingling with guests.

18. Make an Email Address Specifically for Your Wedding

@planwithlaur Tbh the wesding email will save your life!#newlyengaged #brideadvice #bridesof2025 #newlyengagedadvice #weddingemail #weddingplanningtips #engagednowwhat #typeabride ♬ original sound - Laur | Wedding Content Creator

Instead of clogging up your existing inbox with wedding info, create a joint email with your partner. This wedding content creator (a new type of vendor that boomer and millennial to-be-weds never had) makes other great points about including your and your partner's names, wedding date and venue or location in the email signature since it'll remind vendors who they're corresponding with. She also mentions saving your wedding inquiry email as a draft so you can easily access it for future use, which is an amazing idea.

19. Buy Wax Seal Stickers for Your Envelopes

@taylorrcroyle Wax seals for wedding stuff!!! I was so shocked at how beautiful they turned out!! #weddingplanning #amazonweddingfinds #weddingbudget #2024bride ♬ original sound - Taylor Croyle Held

If you're in the mood for some DIY wedding hacks and want to make your stationery look more elegant, we've got you covered. Instead of buying a stamp and sealing wax (and trying to learn to use it with minimal mess), look for peel-and-stick wax seals like this TikTok to-be-wed did. This can save you lots of time, money and frustration in the long run. Just ensure the adhesive on the back of the seal is super strong so it stays on during transit. If you're worried, just secure each one with a dot of Super Glue.

20. Ask Yourself These Questions While Making Your Guest List

@elyseandbetsy 6 Questions to help cut your wedding guest list! #weddingtiktok #covidbride #weddingplanning #weddingtips #theWPG #fyp #weddingfyp ♬ original sound - Elyse & Betsy

Finalizing your guest list can be one of the more challenging aspects of planning a wedding. If you're on the fence about a few potential attendees, answer these six questions crafted by a seasoned wedding planner. If the answer is "no" to any of the questions, you might want to leave the person off the list.

Sarah Hanlon contributed to the reporting of this piece.

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