8 Wedding Website “Our Story” Examples from Real Couples—Plus, Tips for Writing Your Own

Although creating a wedding website isn’t a requirement, it’s an extremely helpful tool for your guests to reference. With details on your ceremony and reception, pre-wedding events, hotel block, registry, and more, these online hubs serve as an extension of your wedding invitation and provide friends and family with quick and easy access to every bit of information they'll need to celebrate your big day. Not only that, but wedding websites also give guests a glimpse into your love story via the "Our Story" section.

To break it down, the "Our Story" part of a wedding website delivers a brief synopsis of how you and your partner met, fell in love, and got engaged, plus optional additions, like funny anecdotes or the qualities you admire most about one another, according to co-founder and lead planner Natalie Pinney of Whim Events. Including this narrative provides more insight into your relationship, infusing your website with personality and authenticity. “This section engages your guests and allows them to understand who you are as a couple and better feel like a part of your story,” Pinney explains.

However, even if you have a Nicholas Sparks-inspired love story, using words to capture the moment you and your fiancé crossed paths and fell for one another can probably feel daunting. But don't fret: We compiled a list of examples from real couples to inspire your own. We also tapped Pinney, in addition to founder and creative director of Chic by Nicole, Nicole-Natassha Goulding, for their expert-approved tips on writing these moving tales. 

Ahead, here are wedding website “Our Story” examples from real couples—plus, writing tips from the pros.

Wedding Website “Our Story” Examples

Whether you’re dealing with writer’s block or you’re unsure how to structure your page, here are a few “Our Story” examples from real couples, which will help you jumpstart the writing process.  

Brittany and Amy

In their “Our Story” section, Brittany and Amy took guests along on the journey of how they finally crossed paths via a dating app, despite spending years living in close proximity to one another and visiting the same local spots.

Brittany and Amy spent the better part of three years in Los Angeles frequenting the same coffee shops, artisan markets, and concerts, but somehow never ran into each other. They lived within 5 minutes of each other in Los Angeles - which, for those who know Los Angeles, is the equivalent to a next door neighbor because of how massively spread out the city is. Yet they still never ran into each other! Amy worked two blocks from Brittany and spent her lunch hours reading right outside Brittany's office window and somehow, the two still had not run into each other. Finally, one day, it happened - Amy ran right into Brittany on a five inch phone screen and her jaw dropped.

Amy immediately took a screenshot of Brittany's profile and shared it with her closest friends and parents, telling them she had found the woman who was made for her! In her profile, Brittany asked for someone who would share her love of coffee shops (Amy previously spent time in Brooklyn building coffee shops), her love of the outdoors (Amy loves a good hike and trip to the mountains), appreciation for vinyl records (Amy had an equally good collection), and was a genuinely good hearted person (and after 4 years together, Brittany can assure you Amy is just that).

Amelia and Brendan

Amelia and Brendan narrated how the two of them had apparent chemistry the first time they laid eyes upon one another, but it was years until they became an item.  

It was the summer of 2016. Love was in the air. Friends had gathered at Apartment 26A for a night of pregaming before DJ Flume. My roommate and best friend, Alyssa Fonseca, and I were invited by one of my closest friends, Samantha Muratori, to join the festivities. 

At the time, 26A was inhabited by Samantha's brother, Garth and his three best friends. Little did I know I was about to fall in love with one of these friends...

I'll never forget looking up and seeing a 6 '7 man and thinking how could a girl like me pull a guy like that? His name was Brendan Holland and I was crushing hard. 

Besides taking selfies together (see below) and exchanging a few flirtatious words, Brendan and I didn't spend too much time together, but we both felt the chemistry. It was palpable. 

Each year, I saw Brendan a couple of times and our connection kept growing. I'll never forget when we were at Samantha's housewarming party a year after we met. We were standing close to each other all night long. He was telling me about the improv classes he had been taking that summer. I remember thinking, wow this man knows exactly who he is. 

As the night came to an end, I looked up at him to say goodbye and our eyes suddenly locked. He leaned down, but instead of kissing me, he whispered in my ear and said,  'Amelia, one day it will be our time.' And then he left. 

So let's fast forward to December 31, 2021. It was New Year's Eve. I was FaceTiming with the Muratoris and I told them I was finally going to ask out the man I had been dreaming about since August of 2016. They all knew who it was and I knew it was finally our time. 

As the clock struck midnight, I sent the message I've been waiting to send for the last five years, 'Brendan, I would love to go on a date with you in 2022.'  He replied back, 'Powerful manifesting right there! I'd love that too. I'll make sure it happens soon. Will text you tomorrow. Happy New Year, Amelia.'  

We had two FaceTime dates in January and our first in-person date on February 11, 2022. After that, we both knew there was no going back. And almost one year later on February 18, 2023, Brendan got down on his knee and asked me to marry him!

Mackenzie and Peter

Mackenzie and Peter started their account with the moment they made their relationship status official in middle school, before rehashing how Peter popped the question and how their union endured countless life transitions.

Wednesday, November 21, 2007... the final class bell rang which meant Thanksgiving break was about to begin for these middle schoolers. Peter and Mackenzie had been "crushing" on each other for quite some time but it was on this day that Peter mustered up the guts to make it official. Mackenzie was at her locker, where Peter and her often chatted, but who knew this time it would lead to a lifetime of love! Mackenzie will never forget Peter mumble, "Will you be my girlfriend?" in which she eagerly responded "Yes!"

Fourteen years later on Friday, December 11, 2021... Peter prepared to ask Mackenzie another question that afternoon while on a quick weekend trip in Montauk. As the clouds parted and the sun beamed, Mackenzie and Peter went off for an ocean-side cliff hike with their pup, Reishi. As they approached the end of the trail, there was a stunning outlook high up over the Atlantic Ocean. Before Mackenzie knew it, Peter was down on one-knee, both him and Reishi patiently waiting to hear another "Yes!", but this time the question being "Will you marry me?".

Through four years of High School, four years of distance in College, anticipated Summer breaks home, graduations, new careers, and many travels around the globe - these two have always been by each other's side. As Peter always says, "it's true love".

They could not be more thrilled for this next chapter of their life together to begin, and are so excited to celebrate their true love with family and friends on 10/6/23.

Lizzy and Jeff

This pair credited their mutual friends for setting them up before they went into detail about how their partnership formed and evolved over the years.

Lizzy and Jeff can't really tell their love story without first acknowledging another, because there would be no Lizzy and Jeff if there wasn't first a Pat and Ellen. Pat and Ellen met in early 2017, but for some ungodly reason, it took them nearly a year to realize that there were two people on the periphery of their lives who might just be perfect for one another.

It was late winter of 2017 when Ellen told Lizzy that her boyfriend's childhood best friend was right up her alley. When Lizzy found out that Ellen was throwing a New Year's Eve party that said childhood best friend would be attending, she drove herself from Michigan to DC just to be there... Jeff didn't end up making it (and thank goodness for that, Lizzy ended her night hugging the porcelain throne). Nonetheless, ever the wingman, Pat helped Lizzy Snapchat Jeff a few ridiculous pictures which seemed to do the trick - “She’s really cute” he responded. It took another two weeks before the stars aligned and Lizzy got a text from Ellen during rehearsal asking if she was down for a double date that night.

In the Uber ride over to meet Jeff, Lizzy will always remember a rogue thought she had “At some point, I’m going to go on my last first date; and I won’t even realize it”... When Ellen and Lizzy walked into Jeff and Pat’s apartment and Jeff saw Lizzy for the first time, his stomach was in knots: “Oh no, she’s REALLY cute.” From the first few minutes they spent together and even throughout the night as they played board games and Jeff got to see Lizzy’s competitive side up close, there was a clear connection. Their first date ended up lasting over 8 hours as they talked all through the night - finally deciding to go to bed at 730am, only to wake up an hour later for some iHop breakfast.

Since then, it has been 5 years of world travels and adventures, raising kittens, moving between states, sunny days down the shore, road trips to Michigan, begrudgingly attending live sports (Lizzy) and live theatre (Jeff), eating enough Crunchwrap Supremes than a doctor would recommend, and lots and lots of love.

We can’t wait to celebrate our love and history with you all in May!

Anjali and Trit

With a brief overview of their love story, Anjali and Trit shared a behind-the-scenes look at the events that led to their wedding.

Anjali and Trit met on a quiet Sunday evening in Palo Alto. Bonding over shared love for LKSC cookies, dinner turned into drinks which turned into a lease. Together they overcame major obstacles, including a pandemic and Anjali having to complete graduation requirements on time. After discovering a love for all things women's health, Anjali moved to NYC for training. Trit, being a lifelong Warriors fan, stayed in the Bay to pursue his “business” interests. Many cross country flights later they’ve grown stronger, closer, and unlocked premier status on United. While they did get legally hitched in 2021 in advance of their long distance adventure (which still continues), they are SO excited to finally share a weekend with their closest friends and family celebrating the union of their two families.

Bonnie and Kurt

Through their “Our Story” section, friends and family got to experience the first time Bonnie and Kurt formed a connection, which happened during the pandemic.

Rewinding back to late March 2020: NYC shut down. Workers were sent home for a “brief” remote work period. Curfews were in effect. Obviously, it was the perfect time to dive into the local dating pool.

Enter: Bumble, Bonnie & Kurt.

After a few days of witty banter via Bumble and eventually text exchange, Kurt boldly suggested a FaceTime date. He “arrived” promptly to our FaceTime date, donning his finest tuxedo (Kurt translation: a penguin onesie).

Our FaceTime date ended after six hours of conversation and laughter, and Kurt immediately texted Bonnie to schedule another. When our second successful FaceTime date ended, Kurt requested a “walking date”.

Kurt came ready to court: one hand gloved so he could hold Bonnie’s hand (germ-free) as we strolled around Hoboken. At the end of our walk, Kurt mask-kissed (which was the first of many) Bonnie on the cheek before parting ways.

We texted and FaceTimed frequently in the next few days. Continually stepping up his game, Kurt hand-delivered toothpaste, ketchup and of course, flowers, in his Sunday best on Easter - and sealed delivery with a kiss.

As they say - the rest is history (after the immediate panic that they swapped a life-threatening disease and a week of quarantine).

Dating in a pandemic presented unique challenges, but also offered an incomparable opportunity to learn about each other on a deep, intimate & authentic level.

Our early dates consisted of car rides to nowhere, countless CityMD visits, and late night dances in Sherman’s kitchen, which are staples of our story together.

We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your love & support as we celebrate our next chapter together.

Nicole-Juliet and Patrick

Titled “Our Love Story,” this pair filled their guests in on the origins of their relationship–which, spoiler alert: didn’t go according to plan—and the times they spent together since.

We met in May of 2019 in New York City. Our first date was brunch at a LES restaurant called Hotel Chantelle. We could barely hear each other over the blaring DJ set in the background. There was supposed to be jazz that afternoon! A girl sitting next to us yelled over the music, "I am sorry for interrupting you, but you two are such a cute couple!" We decided to extend our date down the street where we could actually hear each other. We quickly bonded over our love of travel and language (Patrick speaks Spanish and NJ speaks French) and the rest is history! 

From trips to New Orleans, Kauai, Paris, Sicily, Croatia, Cartagena and beyond, to quarantining together on Ware Neck, Virginia during the peak of the pandemic, to hanging out with each other's families in Los Angeles, Richmond, Cape Cod and Boston and to exploring New York together — we have shared many wonderful memories!

Samantha and Kevin

Samantha and Kevin provided a timeline of their relationship (complete with humor and emojis), so loved ones could follow along.

1994 - Sam and Kev are born two days apart (Sam is obviously the older and more mature one)

2014 - Sam and Kev meet in college and are instantly friends. They bond over gourmet dinners of Chicken Bacon Ranch sandwiches and watermelon Burnett’s.

2016 - Sam and Kev graduate from college. They eventually admit that they should just start dating already.

2018 - Kev starts law school while working full time, and Sam finally has a real teaching job. They get their first apartment together because they’re adults now, apparently.

2020 - Sam and Kev are stuck at home together and it actually strengthens their relationship. They find a miracle lost kitty outside in a bush, and they take her with them to Morristown.

5/28/2021 - Kev graduates from law school and proposes to Sam within 5 minutes (I will never be over this).

11/2021 - Kev Esq. passes the NJ Bar Exam ⚖️🎉

7/14/2022 - Sam and Kev get MARRIED (!!!) and throw the best party they ever have with all their favorite people <3 #SevinRings💍

Wedding Website “Our Story” Writing Tips

Still wondering how to formulate your tale? Here, the experts reveal their top tips for writing a compelling account for the “Our Story” tab on your wedding website.

Keep It Conversational

Include language that you would normally use in a conversation, Goulding advises. You aren’t writing a term paper, so ditch the formal verbiage and nix any flowery language or obscure words that aren’t easily comprehensible. Telling the story with your real voice will keep everyone entertained and connected to the content, creating a bigger and better impact. 

Limit the Length

You’ll start to lose your audience if your “Our Story” section goes on and on. Instead of writing multiple lengthy paragraphs, Pinney suggests keeping it short and sweet. “No need to overshare, especially if that’s not you,” she adds. Condensing all of the information about your love story in a clear and concise way will guarantee that your guests will actually read the tale in its entirety—and engage with it.

Include All of the Right Components

Details about how the two of you met and the proposal are the typical elements that couples usually include in the “Our Story” section of their wedding website. But, feel free to add other information as well. For instance, Goulding says you can also incorporate some fun facts, like your favorite things to do together, for more insight into your relationship. Another suggestion is to highlight why your wedding locale is significant to you and your partner, according to Pinney.

Get Creative

Writing your story already requires a lot of brainpower, but if you’re hoping to flex your creative muscles, there are many unique ways to rehash your account so your website stands out. Pinney provides a few examples, such as telling the tale from the perspective of your pet or sharing a side-by-side account from each partner’s point of view. Feel free to add telling visuals, like a screenshot of the first text you sent or a diary entry that recaps the first time you met, Pinney recommends.