From wedding favors and gift ideas to a featured cocktail and sparkling exit, here are eight ways to make your Northern Michigan wedding stand out.

1. Keepsake Vows

Penning your promises in a vow book will give you and your partner a cherished keepsake to look back on. Photo by: Josh Hartman Photography.

Wedding vow books

Photo by Nicole Geri Photography and Josh Hartman Photography

2. Signature Cocktails

Personalize your beverage menu or cocktail hour with drinks inspired by your relationship, where you met, memorable trips or your furry family members! Photo by: Taylor J. Photography.

Featured cocktail list

Photo by Taylor J. Photography

Related Read: Searching for more Up North wedding ideas, tips and vendors? View our Northern Michigan Weddings page.

3. A Sparkling Exit

If you’re planning a grand exit with sparklers, let your photographer know in advance so they can share ideas and capture the moment. Photo by: Melina Massengill Photography.

Bride and groom

Photo by Melina Massengill Photography

4. Gifts of Michigan

Send your guests off with a taste of the mitten state and a sweet memento, like a watercolor postcard. Photo by: Melina Massengill Photography.

Michigan wedding favor

Photo by Melina Massengill Photography

Related Read: 10 Stunning & Unique Wedding Venues in Northern Michigan.

5. Personalized Place Cards

Hand-painted leaves make for beautiful and creative place cards. Photo by: Rayan Anastor Photography.

Custom place settings at a wedding

Photo by Rayan Anastor Photography

6. A Guestbook to Display

Your guests play a big role in making your wedding day special; pick a guestbook style you’ll want to showcase in your home. Photo by: Rayan Anastor Photography.

Custom wedding guestbook

Photo by Rayan Anastor Photography

7. Bring the Nature In

These branches adorned in string lights turn a cozy nook into a dazzling gathering spot. Photo by: Josh Hartman Photography.

Northern Michigan Wedding

Photo by Nicole Geri Photography and Josh Hartman Photography

8. Your Name in Lights

Have you always wanted to see your name in lights? Your wedding day is the perfect time! A neon sign is a fun way to brighten up the reception. Photo by: Taylor J. Photography.

Bride and groom with neon sign

Photo by Taylor J. Photography

Photo(s) by Nicole Geri Photography and Josh Hartman Photography