will i regret skipping traditions and formalities in my wedding?

It the couples special day no one else so bride & groom must be happy with what they have at their wedding

Absolutely not!!!  If your ceremony is created by you with the help of a really good celebrant you'll be making your own traditions and memories that you will keep forever.  

Go with your heart - work with a brilliant celebrant, and it will all unfold exactly as you want it.

Love your day, plan it well and have no regrets!

Enjoy!

Annette

What you will regret is not being true to yourself, your fiance, and your relationship.  Working with your celebrant to create something that is meaningful for both of you is what is the most important, if that includes wedding traditions and formalities that's fine, if it doesn't that is also fine, it is your day, do it your way.  The sky is the limit with what can be incorporated into a ceremony in Australia so have fun with the planning and don't get fixated on what people tell you you 'SHOULD' have.  I hate that word.

Hi, it's your wedding so do it the way you and your partner want! If you're not 'traditional' or 'formal' people, don't have conventions! The great thing about civil ceremonies is that you can create a ceremony that reflects yourselves - enjoy!

Hi,

It is entirely up to you. If you are at all a tradionalist then by all means select which traditions you would like to incorporate into the day and make it the day you have always dreamt of. If you do not care about traditions then have the wedding that you want after all it's your's and your fiance's special day.

Whichever way you decide I hope it is all your dream come true.

Marina

Traditions and formalities are different for every couple, every family.  I believe your wedding day is all about you, the bride and groom.  It's lovely and very honourable to keep tradition and certain formalities within your family / friend expectations, as long as it is what YOU want.  The only regret you will have at your wedding, is not fulfilling your own dreams and ideas you have for yourselves at your own wedding ceremony.  Of course you can include traditions, sentiments, formalities to a small or large capacity in the ceremony but just remember, you are also creating new traditions for years to come.  So remember... this is your day and you two, the bride and groom, are the most important people at your own wedding, so make it the very best day of your lives!!  Congratulations and have a wonderful, romantic and fun day :-)

Best wishes, Joanna Grist 

You almost definitely will regret not including some of the pomp and ceremony in your  wedding.  That is what weddings are for.  Alternatively, consider a registry wedding.  It is cheap and quick, and lets you get on with your reception.

Just remember it is YOUR DAY and you can choose of what traditions you would like. A sincere celebrant will point you in the right directions once he/she knows of your back ground and previous customs used in your family. There are always ways to pick and choose and mould a ceremony that you and your partner will enjoy and remember.

I am not quite sure of what you mean by formalities, but if you mean the paperwork, I am sure that your celebrant will help you with this too.

Regards

Lothar

At all times it's vital to remember that it's your wedding. I'm not sure what you mean by all the formalities and trappings but there are some legal requirements that must be included.

If you feel some of the traditional aspects don't suit your style, then leave them out.  Most celebrants will be able to create a ceremony that perfectly matches your individuality. This may include some traditional or non traditional rituals that mean something to you. Be prepared to listen to different options that may be perfect for you.

Kind regards

Barbara

Hi,

The fact that you ask that makes me think you may.

It sounds like you don't want to have a ceremony filled with meaningless waffle, who does! An experienced celebrant can recommend ceremony components that will become meaninful & fond memories for you.

I hope you find that helpful.

Regards

Cheryl