Your North West Wedding- December 2020/Janaury 2021 (Issue 65)

FLOWERS 49 INSPIRATION MEET LOCAL CELEBRANT, SARAH NELSON FROM MOMENTS TO 07450 391 374 | www.momentsto.co.uk Wedding ceremonies are currently more intimate affairs, however, fewer guests give you more opportunities. You might not think that, but you have more budget to play with as you aren’t feeding and entertaining as many people. You can make your ceremony even more memorable by asking each guest to have a role in your day. With fewer in number, your wedding will be more relaxed, allowing your loved ones to feel confident in contributing something meaningful to your service. Having a celebrant conduct your ceremony will add to the intimacy of the day. The ceremony is designed around the two of you, and you can involve family, friends and even pets! A celebrant will weave personal elements around your love story and vows to create a truly personal service. It may be an intimate moment in time, but the ceremony will be profound and a beautiful memory. When it comes to choosing a celebrant there are a few things you need to take into consideration. Decide on what type of ceremony you want, such as will the ceremony be focused on you or a performance by the celebrant? Are you an outgoing couple who likes to be loud and outrageous, or do you want something more contained? Answering these questions will help you find a supplier whose personality fits yours. Will there be religious or faith-based elements in your ceremony? If so, you want a civil celebrant. Whereas humanists offer ceremonies that are based on their non-religious beliefs which might suit you better. A good celebrant will ask a lot of questions about your relationship, so they can write a personal service. Most suppliers offer a free chat so you can see if you click and decide how comfortable you feel talking to them. Read online reviews and/or ask around. If you know someone who had a celebrant wedding, get their opinion and ask if they’d recommend them. Find out what you get for your money. Some offer packages, while others have a base price and extra elements that cost more. HOW TO CREATE YOUR GUEST LIST Deciding on your guest list can be a difficult task, with so many friends and family wanting to celebrate your big day it can feel impossible telling people they can’t attend. Stick to the six-month rule and don’t invite anyone that you haven’t had contact with within that time. The internet is a great way of making everyone feel included. Ask a loved one to film the ceremony and share it over Zoom or Skype to anyone who was unable to attend. If you want a big celebration but want to get married now, then why not have your ceremony this year and a big reception next year? This has become a popular trend and is a great way of celebrating your one-year anniversary. www.and rewab.photography www.and rewab.photography