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A wedding is such a magical event and for many, one of the most special
days of their lives. The ceremony is the heart of the wedding.
My aim is to listen
to what you want, guide you if necessary, support you in getting the
ceremony you desire and to create wonderful memories of your special day.
(1).JPG) In close consultation with
you, I will help you design a unique and personalised ceremony, which
fits any theme you may have.
Together we will design your ceremony to incorporate your
wishes, so it reflects your personalities, backgrounds and values.
There are few ‘musts’ in a wedding ceremony, so you have a great
amount of choice when it comes to designing your ceremony. It can be
formal and intricate or casual and simple. You may want to include
some special ceremony elements, such as a
candle, sand, rose or hand fasting ceremony, or a symbolic activity - E.g..
planting a tree, releasing doves or blowing bubbles.
It is great to include some personal stories in the
ceremony such as how you met, the proposal and share the special
qualities you see in the other.
I will usually
meet with you twice at my home office in Titirangi to discuss your
wedding. If distance is an issue, ceremony planning can be done via
email.
(1).JPG) Some couples don’t
know where to start with a ceremony, so I am happy to offer ideas,
suggestions readings and vows.
If you have no idea what you want and wording is not crucial to you, I am
of course able to offer a beautiful simple standard wedding with a
selection of vows or you can write you own.
A rehearsal at
the venue before the big day is not essential, (especially if your aim
is for an fun informal atmosphere), and I can often ‘talk’ you through a
rehearsal. In saying that,
if there is a large wedding party a rehearsal can often ensure a smooth
flow of proceedings on the day.
Usually couples
have a venue organised for their special day, but if not, I am happy to
recommend some lovely venues around West Auckland, which is well known
for its stunning scenery and beaches.
For an additional
fee, I also have a secluded bush ceremony area at my home
suitable for an intimate wedding (for 20-30 people) and a covered verandah as a wet weather alternative.
Link to Private venue
I can even provide witnesses (at a small cost) if you are eloping or are
having a private ceremony with no guests. For ceremony and venue costs look at FAQ page
For further
information on the legalities of getting married in New Zealand and how
to apply for a marriage licence (which is your responsibility) go to
www.bdm.govt.nz
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