For me the crafting of the perfect ceremony depends on the needs of the couple. 

Often, I am asked if a Bride needs to be ‘given away’. Sometimes it is nice that the Bride is escorted down the aisle with her farther and sometime her mother – or both. 

Other times the Bride will enter on her own – either way it is about two people coming together to start a new life – a new partnership together. 

When planning about the processional, speak to your family and ask what they would like, how they would like to be involved. It can be a really touching moment to witness the father of the Bride and the Groom shake hands and witness the exchange of understanding and importance of the moment. 

At the end of the day it is about making not only yourself happy – but giving those around you the opportunity to contribute to your big day.

Your wedding vows are a reflection of yourself, your story and your promise for the future – crafting them can at times be a little difficult and stressful. However, if you write from the heart and with a little help from your marriage celebrant, you should be able to write something that is meaningful and reflect your personality. 

Your vows don't always have to be rainbows and butterflies – however a pinch of love and emotion does go a long way. Don't worry about memorising them your celebrant should have them printed out and ready for you just in case – these can then become a memento from the day.