There are lots of lovely ways to include loved ones who are no longer with us. A period of reflection early on in the ceremony where I...

Lets be clear. Both Humanist and Independent Celebrants will deliver a beautiful ceremony. There are a good deal of similarities in how...

While weddings are a joyous occasion, it difficult to fully celebrate in the absence of a loved one. There are many symbolic ways you can...

Whether pinned to an apron or sealed in a bag, there’s no mistaking the importance of monetary wedding offerings to various cultures. In...

From the land of Fung Shui comes the tradition of couples marrying on the half-hour rather than on the hour as it is said to bring luck...

A cake pull, sometimes also known as a ribbon pull, is a New Orleans wedding tradition not unlike the bouquet toss. The bride gathers a...

Need another excuse for a night with the girls before you get married? In the Czech republic, preparations for the bride start early and...

CELTIC HANDFASTING. (Tying the knot) An ancient Celtic/Medieval custom, especially common in Scotland and Ireland, in which a couple come...

Indian weddings are full of inspiring traditions and rites, many of which have specific meanings. Perhaps the best know is the Mehndi...

You have heard of the handfasting ceremony but the Mexicans drape their shoulders instead. Mexico’s rich heritage and ancient culture...

Welsh brides think not only of themselves on their wedding day, but also of their bridal party. The bridal bouquet includes myrtle, an...

Want to add a bit of fun to your wedding and do something different? Why not do a Money dance?The Money Dance or Dollar Dance first came...

What does a Caim mean in Scottish Gaelic –Ring or Circle of protection Caims have a specific rhyme and meter that tends to act almost...

The love lock ceremony is a relatively uncommon ceremony although it has caught on with several celebrities. It is of Chinese Origin. It...

The Oathing stone is an ancient Celt tradition where the couple place their hands upon a stone while they say their wedding vows. It is...

An uncommon ritual is the Ring Warming Ceremony. Just before you make your entrance, I will advise the guests that your rings will be...

I got asked this question this morning. My answer was Plain and simple, it is YOU, It is ALL ABOUT YOU NOT ME. I am simply the conductor...

It doesn't matter a jot what the polls say are the popular or least popular names. What does matter is the name you choose or have chosen...

Firstly you need to think about whether you want the ceremony to be indoors or outdoors. What kind of venue are you thinking about? , On...