Instagram is a go-to form of media for anyone in the middle of wedding planning. You can just scroll through and see a curated feed of things that you enjoy! And many brides are using the social media platform to plan their weddings. How? Well, take a peek at these types of Instagram wedding hashtags to use when getting ideas for your big day.
Use Social Media to Help Plan Your Wedding
Going from general to super specific, there are several types of Instagram hashtags you can search for when planning the wedding of your dreams.
With your phone in hand, you can look for ideas when you have a few minutes here and there. Take a peek while waiting in line to get coffee or at the doctor’s office. There’s a whole world of wedding inspiration at your fingertips when social media is involved.
Types of Hashtags to Help You Plan
1. General Wedding Hashtags on Instagram
When searching, it’s good to do a general search for wedding-related images. The more general a hashtag is, the less curated the photos will be. However, it’s wise to start with an overall look. Some suggestions are:
- #wedspo
- #wedding
- #weddings
- #weddingday
- #weddingideas
- #weddinginspiration
2. Instagram-Specific Wedding Image Hashtags
If you are looking for a wedding cake, wedding flowers, or even wedding day makeup, simply use what you are looking for and place the word “wedding” in front. You will certainly find ideas that fit into the scope of what you are searching for! Below are some examples.
- #weddingcake
- #weddingupdo
- #weddingfavors
- #weddingdesign
- #weddingflowers
- #weddingmakeup
3. Wedding Vendor Hashtags
Want to get ideas for your special day from professionals in the wedding industry? Just like the suggestion above, add the word “wedding” in front of the specific vendor type you are trying to search for. Doing so is a creative way to see the work of real Virginia wedding pros while sneaking in some behind-the-scenes images with this one of our Instagram hashtags for wedding planning.
- #weddingflorist
- #weddingplanner
- #weddingdesigner
- #weddingcakeartist
- #weddingphotographer
- #weddingdressdesigner
4. Instagram Hashtags for Your Wedding Type
Here you will gain ideas that are more honed down for your specific wedding. Search seasons, colors, and styles to get all kinds of inspiration for your big day. Take a peek at ones to get the hang of what to search.
- #farmwedding
- #hotelwedding
- #classicwedding
- #vintagewedding
- #greenwedding (any color works!)
- #summerwedding (any season works!)
5. Area-Specific Instagram Hashtags for Virginia Weddings
For weddings in Virginia, there are several that the area utilizes to help showcase local weddings. However, you can apply this to any state, region, or country you’d like!
- #vawedding
- #vaweddings
- #virginiawedding
- #virginiaweddings
- #hillcitybride (my favorite!)
- #lynchburgweddings (or add any city!)
6. Instagram Hashtags for Your Specific Wedding Vendors
Do you have the vendors for your big day set already? See if they have any specific hashtags of their own! Doing so can help you get a feel for the style your wedding professional works in, along with gaining fabulous ideas of what they are capable of.
Save our social media ideas for your Virginia wedding!
ChristineWhat a great list of hashtags to plan the perfect wedding! Instagram is definitely the platform to find any and all ideas.
KimberleyOh.. This is such a great post. I feel like a lot of people underestimate the power of hashtags! Thanks for sharing.
Elise HoWhat a fabulous guide. There are so many details to consider when planning a wedding.
BethI will definitely keep these hashtags in mind. I always go for specific and simple hashtags for my account. Thank you!
briannemanzbThank you for these. Hashtags are very helpful in planning your wedding. I will take note of these
DebbieGreat list of ways to use social media for wedding planning. Thank you for including the hash tags, too. Great post!
OlgaSometimes I love browsing hashtags. Wedding cakes or wedding florists are always beautiful. I’m a little bit jealous of people who are going to marry soon. It is such a great event!
MarysaI got married in 2004, before there was so much social media. These all sound like great hashtags to celebrate with.
Blair VillanuevaWeddings are one of the best occasions to capture the moment, a great destination, and of course dressing up for the gram. I might be needing these hashtags one day!