Long gone are the days of having to do something in your ceremony “because that’s the way it’s always been done” and you know what - we aren’t mad about it!

There are so many ways to add rituals into your wedding that suit who you are as a couple, and here are just a few - sure, they might make your granny blush but hey, that’s okay.

There is a lot of talk around these topics and has been for some time, with a few misconceptions and a lot of confusion about the difference between fake weddings, duplicate weddings and “my friend is going to do the ceremony, I just need you to do the legals”, along with what your legal obligations are as a celebrant in Aotearoa.

In this article, we are going to explain what the differences are, and how you can best field enquiries when these come your way, ensuring that you are protecting yourself as a celebrant whilst also offering the best service to your clients.

It’s not about how many you do, it’s about the quality you offer to each and every couple you marry. Sure, some celebrants do “so many” weddings, but there are a multitude of factors that contribute to this.

So, rather than compare yourself to others, only compare yourself to you - that way, you’ll be the best celebrant you can be.

We promise!