Your full names and wedding date
Do you want an acknowledgement of country at the start of the ceremony?
Acknowledgement/paying respects to the traditional owners of the land.
How many people will be at the ceremony?
Do you want to see a draft of your ceremony, or keep it as a surprise?
A surprise means you are hearing your love story for the first time on the day. I still send you a teaser beforehand.
What words best describe the type of ceremony you are after?
Romantic, sincere, meaningful, light hearted, fun, funny, etc. This will help me create the right tone for your ceremony script. Please note the humour only comes from the stories you share!
What's your plan B?
This is generally if there's considerable rain/extreme weather/extreme heat. With the wild weather we experience in Victoria, it's always good to have a great plan B!
How long would you like your ceremony to be?
A shorter ceremony is roughly 15-20 mins, and an average length ceremony is around 30 mins.
Will you have live music for the ceremony, or will you require the use of my PA system?
You will need a song for walking down the aisle (two if it's a big wedding party and you'd like your own song to enter to), two songs for signing and a song for the exit. Please send me the song choices so I can add them to your script.
If you require the use of my PA, can you please nominate someone who can press play on the day? I can brief them before the ceremony starts, so they know what to do.
Let me know if you need some music inspo!
Who will walk you down the aisle?
This could be a parent, or both! You could ask another family member (or friend), walk by yourself, or even walk in together as a couple. The other party also has the option to make an entrance of their own too!
Do you have a wedding party?
Include their names (or nicknames!) and how you know them (are they family members, friends from school, work, etc). There is also the option to add something funny about them (or a special memory) which I can use in the intro ;)
Please also list any flower girls/page boys too.
Is it an 'unplugged' ceremony?
This means phones down/away for the duration of the ceremony. Some couples like to give people the option to take photos after they say 'I do'.
Would you like people to hold off on posting any photos to social media until you've had a chance to do so first?
And is there a hashtag?
What housekeeping/special announcements would you like mentioned?
I.e. group photo, immediate family photos, drinks after the ceremony, etc.
Is there a confetti/rose petal toss?
This can be handed around prior to starting, or during the signing.
Would you like to pay special mention to anyone in the beginning of the ceremony?
Often this is a loved one who has passed on... OR it could be the person that introduced you... OR it could be friends/family that have traveled a long distance to be at the wedding.
Who will hold the rings on the day?
The rings can be held by someone in the wedding party, parents of the couple, or a guest in the audience. Sometimes it's a nice way to include those that aren't in the wedding party.
Ring exchange options
Would you like to repeat something after me while you exchange rings, or include an 'I do'? Otherwise, I can say something while you exchange rings in silence.
Some options to consider:
- I give you this ring, wear it with love and joy. As a ring has no end, neither shall my love for you.
- With this ring, I choose you to be my wife/husband this day and forevermore.
- I give you this ring as a symbol of my eternal love for you.
- With this ring, I give my heart to you, forever.
- I give you this ring as a symbol that a part of me will forever be a part of you.
- This ring is the fulfillment of my dreams to have you as my friend, my love, my wife/husband - forever.
- I ask you to wear this ring with love, so that every day, in every way, you will know that I'm yours and you are mine.
- With this ring, I commit my heart and soul to you.
- Please take this ring as my gift to you. Wear it and think of me and know how much I love you.
- This ring is my promise to be with you today, tomorrow and for the rest of our days.
- Please take this ring as a symbol of my love for you. I choose you to be my lover, my best friend, my partner in crime and my soulmate, today and for the rest of our lives.
Or create your own!
Would you like to sign during the ceremony, or after?
Some people like to sign after the ceremony, that way it's more relaxed and less formal... plus you can have a drink while you do it! This normally takes place after the group photo. Generally everyone will be served drinks during this time too.
If you choose to sign during the ceremony, will the venue provide a table and chairs/wine barrel, high table, etc for us to use? This option is good if you just want to get it out of the way (and straight into photos/party time)!
Who are the witnesses? The people who will sign your marriage documents?
You need two people over the age of 18 to sign your marriage documents. They can be related to you, or a friend. Some couples choose members of their wedding party to sign, others like to include their family members or friends. Note: Mum's, Dad's and Grandparents love to be asked!
Would you like any special inclusions in your ceremony?
These include:
- Group vow
- Ninja vows
- Surprise witnesses
- Rock, paper, scissors to determine who goes first in vows
- Promise/gift to any children in the family
- Readings
- Rituals
- Warming of rings
- Shots
- Champagne toast
- Etc (anything is possible!!)
Please let me know if any of these are of interest. We can discuss them in more detail during the planning meeting.
Will you write personal vows?
You'll find some real life examples and tips in the client portal to help you get started. I strongly recommend that you write them! They are often one of the highlights of the day. Don't overthink it! It's meant to be a fun and loving message to your partner. I am here to help if you get stuck!
How would you like to be introduced at the end of the ceremony?
I.e. Mr and Mrs (same surname), Mr and Mr, Mrs and Mrs, the newlyweds, partners for life, etc.
Do you have a colour theme? And what is the dress code?
What colour are the wedding party wearing? This helps me pick what to wear on the day and blend in/compliment your theme as best as possible!
Can I post some photos to social media after the wedding?
This could be on stories, or on my Instagram/Facebook feed.
Can I use your review on my socials/website?
