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9 guest book alternatives, and where to find them in Singapore

  • The Wedding Chest
  • May 9
  • 2 min read

Tired of the traditional guest book? From audio messages to signed vinyl records, today’s couples are getting creative with how they capture memories from their wedding guests. Whether you’re planning a themed celebration or just want something a little different, these 9 unique guest book alternatives are equal parts fun, meaningful, and display-worthy.


Best of all, we’ve found where you can source them right here in Singapore.



1

Dial-Up Audio Messages

Guests pick up a retro-style phone and leave a voicemail—perfect for capturing laughter, love, and accents you’ll never forget.



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Vintage typewriter with paper, a clock on a cabinet, stacked books with ribbon, and a clipboard with instructions. Blue flowers in the back.
Photo by Estilo & Co

2

Vintage Typewriter

Old-school charm meets heartfelt words—guests can tap out personal notes, typos and all, for a timeless keepsake.



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Framed caricature of a couple in wedding attire surrounded by handwritten messages on white matting. Background shows ornate pattern.
Photo from Pinterest

3

Couples Caricature

A fun, frame-worthy artwork that doubles as a guest book—everyone signs around your illustrated selves!



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4

Polaroid Station

Snap, shake, and stick; guests take a photo, write a note, and leave behind a little visual memory for your scrapbook.


DIY it: Set up a backdrop, Polaroid camera, film packs, and washi tape with a blank scrapbook for guests to stick and scribble.



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Vintage black phone adorned with pearls on a soft pink cloth, surrounded by white and peach flowers, candles, a gold key, and a vow card.
Photo by LoveWaves

5

Retro Video Messages

Capture guests in motion as they lift the receiver and record sweet (or silly) video messages, unexpected and unforgettable.



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6

Postcards

Guests write on curated postcards and ‘post’ them into a mailbox, perfect for a travel-themed wedding or wanderlust couple.


DIY it: Print or buy vintage-style postcards and purchase a letterbox or repurpose a luggage case to collect them.


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A bride holds a white bouquet beside a heart-shaped guest book filled with wooden hearts, set on a table outdoors. The table has a white cloth and guest book with "Brown" and date "2.23.2024."
Photo from Pinterest

7

Woodchip Lovenotes

Guests sign wooden tokens to fill a shadow box or frame—a rustic, tactile piece you can hang at home for years to come.



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Vinyl records with guest messages on a table beside a sign reading "for the record, please sign our guest book" in a softly lit setting.
Photo from Pinterest

8

Vinyl Signatures

Perfect for music lovers, have guests sign a vintage vinyl of your wedding song, turning your favourite record into a bold, stylish wall display.


DIY it: Source old records from secondhand shops, spray them with matte sealant, and provide metallic markers for signing.



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9

Classic Deck of Cards

A playful twist for game-loving couples—guests sign custom playing cards, turning a deck into a unique keepsake full of personality.


DIY it: Order custom card decks online with your names or photos, then lay them out with fine pens in a card-themed display.



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