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Writer's pictureKaren Cassidy

Why choose a celebrant and why are they becoming more popular?


What is a Wedding Celebrant?

A wedding celebrant is a professional who guides the warmth and love of your union into a bespoke ceremony that marks the beginning of your lives together. Working closely with you and your partner, a celebrant will co-create a beautiful and tailored ceremony to be shared with family, friends, and loved ones. Celebrants craft ceremonies rich in personalized vows and bespoke scripts that can reflect traditional values or embrace non-traditional approaches, celebrating the unique union of two hearts.

Why Are Celebrants Becoming More Popular?

As a celebrant, I often speak to couples who desire a memorable, personal, and unique experience on their special day. The wedding ceremony is the most meaningful part of your wedding day, making it the perfect moment to create a magical and honored ceremony that expresses your commitment to each other. Choosing a celebrant allows for more freedom than conventional wedding ceremonies, as every aspect is personally crafted, offering complete liberation in terms of location, format, and style. Another reason for the rise in popularity is that celebrants welcome all couples regardless of their beliefs, orientation, or ceremonial wishes. Love knows no bounds.

What Benefits Are There in Choosing a Celebrant?

There are numerous benefits to choosing a celebrant for your wedding day. Firstly, there are no restrictions regarding wedding location or venue licensing. This opens up a world of possibilities, from castles and forests to home gardens or foreign beaches. Additionally, there are no limitations on the time of day or day of the week, allowing for sunset weddings or midnight marital unions. The Sacred Ceremonies and hand-fasting ceremonies that I deliver are becoming increasingly popular as couples lean towards ancient wedding practices, age-old traditions, and ancestral rites.

After many heartwarming consultations with excited clients, hearing their tales of love and connection, I find great joy in weaving their journey together with vows, affirmations, and words of honor as they begin a new chapter in their story. As a celebrant, holding a ceremony is a great honor. I thrive on ensuring the preparations and delivery of the occasion are brought forth with presence, harmony, and joy, creating moments to cherish for a lifetime.

Five Steps to Your Perfect Wedding Ceremony

  1. Initial Contact: If you are interested in booking me as a celebrant, you can contact me via my website. We can have a friendly chat where you can ask questions and get a vision of the pathways to creating your perfect ceremony. If you and your partner are happy, we can set the date and begin the process.

  2. Consultation: Next, we’ll have a consultation to lay out your plans for the day. This is the fun part where we focus on your love story and your journey that led you to marriage. From first-date romances to the complexities of blending families and building a partnership, these are the feel-good elements that make fabulous wedding ceremonies!

  3. Crafting Your Ceremony: We will then craft your unique wedding ceremony, weaving in warmth, joy, and a sprinkling of humor. It will feel authentic to you both, flowing between storytelling and symbolism, and brimming with celebration.

  4. Preparation on the Big Day: On the big day, I’ll be at your wedding venue early to make sure everything is set. I’ll check in with photographers, venue staff, musicians, and readers, and I’ll be there to reassure you both.

  5. The Ceremony: The ceremony will commence and unfold just as you have dreamed.

Choosing a celebrant for your wedding day allows for a truly personalized and unforgettable experience, making your ceremony as unique as your love story.




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