Wedding Star Map
OwnStarMap creates personalized wedding star maps from a HYG-derived catalogue. Each map shows the stars above the horizon at the place and time of your wedding night, with the 88 IAU constellations drawn with conventional lines, using stereographic projection. It is a commemorative illustration, not an observing tool. From $14.00.
Why give a wedding star map?
A uniquely emotional gift
Unlike traditional wedding gifts, a star map captures a precise moment in time. The couple can hang the exact sky from the evening their life changed forever. It is a gift that stirs emotion every time they look at it.
An original alternative to typical gifts
Wedding registries are often filled with kitchen appliances and tableware. A star map stands out: it is a piece of art that tells a story. Couples who receive a star map remember the gift and the person who gave it.
Elegant wall decor
Our star maps feature a minimalist design that fits perfectly into any interior, from modern to classic. The dark background makes the stars stand out with striking contrast, creating a focal point in any room.
Documented astronomical method
Each map uses a catalogue derived from HYG. We calculate local sidereal time, convert equatorial coordinates to horizontal, then apply stereographic projection. Constellation lines are conventional, and the rendering models neither precession, refraction, terrain, the Moon nor the planets.
See the method and its limitsFull customization
Choose your wedding date, time and location to generate a unique sky. Add a personalized inscription, select your preferred color theme (dark, light, midnight blue), and pick the shape you like (circle, heart, rectangle). Your star map is as unique as your love story.
Which date to choose for your star map?
The wedding day
A classic choice. Use the time of the ceremony or first kiss to capture the exact sky of that magical moment. The reception venue lets you show the sky as seen by the guests.
The proposal
A romantic choice to celebrate the moment it all officially began. Perfect as a surprise wedding gift: the couple discovers the sky from the evening they first said yes.
The first meeting
For couples who know the exact date of their first meeting, this option tells the beginning of their story. The sky from that evening is the starting point of their entire journey.
The first date
The first date marks the beginning of the romance. Giving the sky from that evening shows the couple that every step of their relationship deserves to be celebrated, from the very first moment.
The first kiss
An intimate and meaningful moment that deserves to be immortalized under the stars. The first kiss is often a couple's most vivid memory, and the sky from that moment gives it a cosmic dimension.
Inscription ideas for your wedding star map
"The night we became one" — June 15, 2024, Paris
Romantic and poetic
"Written in the stars" — Sophie & Thomas
Classic and timeless
"Under this sky, I knew" — Mr. & Mrs. Johnson, New York
Modern and minimalist
"Forever and always" — 08.22.2024
Simple and elegant
"That night, the stars were ours" — Wedding of Marie & James, Central Park
Detailed and commemorative
How to create your wedding star map
Enter your date and location
Enter the date, time and location of your wedding. Our algorithm instantly calculates the local sidereal time and draws the catalogue stars above the horizon for that moment, even those not visible to the naked eye.
Customize your design
Choose from several themes (dark, light, midnight blue), shapes (circle, heart, rectangle) and add your personalized inscription. The real-time preview shows you exactly what you will receive.
Download or order
Receive your star map in high resolution (300 DPI) as an instant download, or order a poster printed in the format selected at checkout. The PDF is available in your customer area as soon as payment is confirmed.
Who gives a wedding star map?
The couple themselves
As a keepsake of their big day to hang in their new home, or as a mutual wedding anniversary gift.
The maid of honor or best man
During the rehearsal dinner or reception, as a surprise gift that will move the couple in front of all their guests.
Parents of the couple
A touching gift that shows their children that their union is celebrated all the way to the stars. Perfect to accompany an emotional speech.
Close friends
A perfect group gift from the whole circle of friends. Original, affordable to share, and infinitely more memorable than a gift card.
Your wedding star map from $14.00
Instant digital download in high resolution (300 DPI), available in your customer area after payment confirmation. Poster printed in the selected format also available, frame not included.
Create my wedding star mapFAQ
Can you show the sky as seen from the reception venue?+
Absolutely. You can enter any address or GPS coordinates in the world. Our algorithm calculates the stars above the horizon from that point, taking into account latitude, longitude and local time. Whether your wedding takes place in a French chateau, on a beach in Corsica, or in a New York loft, the map shows the catalogued stars above the horizon for those coordinates; terrain, weather and naked-eye visibility are not modelled.
How to choose between digital and printed format?+
The digital format is ideal if you want to print the map at your local printer, or if you need the gift quickly (instant download). The printed format is perfect if you prefer to receive a finished poster in the format selected at checkout, ready to frame (frame not included). Both options use the same calculation and design.
Is the star map a good last-minute gift?+
Yes, it is the perfect last-minute gift. The digital version is available for instant download right after payment. You can create and customize your star map in a few minutes, then download it from your customer area once payment is confirmed, from $14.00. You can even email the file to the couple on the wedding day.
Can you create a map for a wedding anniversary?+
Of course. Our tool accepts any date, past or future. For a wedding anniversary (1st, 5th, 10th, golden anniversary...), simply enter the original wedding date to find the exact sky from that evening. It is a particularly touching gift for milestone anniversaries.
Which size to choose for a wedding gift?+
For a wedding gift, we recommend large formats (A2 or 16x20 inches) that make a spectacular impression when framed. US Letter format is better suited for a desk or shelf. If you choose digital, you receive a high-resolution file that you can print in any size you want.
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Create your wedding star map in less than 5 minutes. Stars above your horizon. 88 constellations. An eternal keepsake.
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