Top Celebrant Wedding Trends for 2026/27 If there’s one thing I’ve learned from creating hundreds of bespoke ceremonies, it’s that couples are becoming increasingly confident about doing weddings their way. Gone are the days when everyone felt obliged to follow the same wedding rulebook. Today’s couples want authenticity, personality and…
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The Top 5 Regrets of the Dying: Life Lessons That Shape Meaningful Ceremonies
As an independent celebrant, I have the honour of standing with people at some of life’s most significant thresholds. Weddings, naming ceremonies, renewal of vows and celebration of life services all share one thing in common. They pause time. They invite reflection. They ask us to consider what truly matters.…
Renewing Your Vows: A Beautiful Celebration of Love
If you’re considering a vow renewal ceremony, you’re not alone. More and more couples are choosing to celebrate their lasting love by renewing their vows—whether after 5 years or 50. It’s a meaningful, romantic way to reaffirm your commitment and reflect on your journey together. In this post, we’ll explore:…
Direct Cremation – What’s All The Fuss About? The Pro’s and Con’s explained…..
What Is a Direct Cremation? A direct cremation is the most basic form of cremation. It happens without a funeral service beforehand, and without mourners present at the crematorium. The body is collected, cremated, and then the ashes are returned to the family, who can choose to commemorate their loved…
Meet my supplier Chums!!! Susie from Wivenhoe Flowers
In this Blog we welcome another of my supplier chums, Susie from Wivenhoe Flowers to answer my probing questions about who she is and what she does. I first meet Susie at a wedding fair and was struck by her beautiful floral arrangements that were all grown by her fair…
You Don’t Have to Be Buried in a Box – and Other Funeral Myths
When most people think of a funeral, they picture a casket, a cemetery, and a somber service in a crematorium chapel or church. But that’s only one version of a farewell. The truth is, funerals are as diverse as the people they honour. Whether shaped by cultural heritage, spiritual beliefs,…
Elopements: The Intimate, Intentional Way to Say “I Do”
Once whispered about as secretive and spontaneous, elopements have grown into a modern, meaningful way for couples to celebrate their love. No longer about running away in the dead of night, today’s elopements are beautifully crafted, deeply personal experiences that reflect a couple’s unique bond. So, what exactly is an…
Meet my Supplier Chums!!! Chloe Lee Photo
If you have ever been to a wedding fair you will know that one of the most subscribed categories there are the photographers, we are so lucky to have a myriad of fabulous photographic artists in our area and a lot of them are brilliant individuals too. I met Chloe…
The Vendor Vibe: How to Choose the Right Team for Your Celebrant-Led Wedding
So, you’ve decided to have a celebrant-led wedding—amazing choice! You’re planning a day that’s all about you two and your unique love story. But let’s face it: the best celebrant in the world can’t pull off a dream wedding solo. That’s where your vendors come in, and picking the right…
Meet My Supplier Chums!! Featuring Jodie of Ella Bella Weddings and Events.
Meet My Supplier Chums!! Welcome to my brand new feature – Meet My Supplier Chums!! This is my interview to sit down and have a chat with some of my favourite industry experts and for you to learn a bit more about the people who work in the background to…
