Straight FAQs
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The sooner the better so you don't miss out on availability! Keep in mind, the Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) will need to be completed within 18 months of your wedding date, and no later than 1 month prior to your wedding date.
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Once you send me an email enquiry, I will send you a Wedding Information Kit along with a quote. Once locked in, I will arrange a catch up to get to know you and your partner, and how you envision your ceremony. Then, I will get to writing!
A more detailed description of the process is found on the Process & Packages page - check it out!
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When you send me your ceremony enquiry, I will generate a quote for you. The date and time as per your request is held for 7 days from the date the quote is sent to you. To lock in your date, I require a 25% deposit. If you decide to book outside of the valid quote period, give me a call/email and I will see if the date is still available for you.
Want to know a little more about me before booking? We can arrange a no strings attached phone call/catch up if you'd like. Just say the word.
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As far as you'd like me to! There is no additional cost if travel is within 100km return radius of Bunbury, WA. We can discuss additional costs when you send me an enquiry.
Also, I will post any updates on my planned whereabouts on my instagram, so if you're looking to book something, for example in the Kimberley (my fave *hint hint*), we could possibly arrange something while I'm there. If there's no updates, ask me anyway!
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Welcome to the ceremony revolution aka the wedding you want. I don't take a cookie-cutter approach. The only things we must do by the book are the legal vows and monitum. The rest, is all you! Whether you want to keep things traditional or would prefer something a lil' different, I got chu. We can craft something entirely to your vision. Exciting, am I right?
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Rehearsals can be arranged depending on celebrant availability. If I'm not able to make it in person, I will do my very best to be there virtually (FaceTime), or to provide you with a rehearsal guide.
Keep in mind though, some couple's say it can take away from the surprise factor on the actual day. Part of my role on your ceremony day is to make sure things run smoothly and give people direction, if needed. So, it's something to think about.
Regardless, when I run rehearsals, they take a laidback approach and it's more a focus on when you stand/any cues, rather than reading the script etc.
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Ohhh, I feel ya. Trying to summarise how you feel and what you love about your partner into a few paragraphs is safe to say, a hard task. Lucky for you, I have a complete guide on tips and tricks for writing your vows that I provide to booked couples. One thing to remember is - it will always be perfect if it's straight from the heart. You've got this.
If you’re wanting the Vow Guide Ebook but aren’t booked with me, buy it here.
I am also more than happy to proof read your vows and provide some feedback. This also helps when making sure each partner's vows are a similar length.
Take your time with your vows but I assure you, it's best to get cracking on them early or even just start writing down little tidbits of things you notice about your partner in your day to day life. It makes for some great brainstorming when it comes time to start writing.
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Send me an enquiry.
Receive your quote & pay the deposit to lock in your ceremony date.
Provide me a time you and your partner are available to catch up.
Answer the questions I send you via email which will be part of the inspiration for how I write the ceremony script.
Complete the forms which I will help you with and provide to you (have your passport/birth certificate/driver's licence handy).
Write your vows and send them to me.
Final catch up/phone call a week or two before the wedding (if you don't have a rehearsal) OR come to your rehearsal.
Get married!
Apply for a certified marriage certificate.
Leave me some feedback a week or two following the ceremony.
Enjoy married life!
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During the meeting stages, I will ask you about your colour scheme/theme and whether you have any preferable colours you'd like me to wear. Brands I love to wear include: Shona Joy, Leo Lin, Dissh, Sheike, S/W/F, Acler, Aje, to name a few.
Disclaimer: I do have some small tattoos on my arms, so if that's not your vibe, that's so fine, because I love me a sleeve/off the shoulder number.
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Once you send me an enquiry, I send you a quote, and we book you in for your date, it is then time to arrange a catch up to a time that suits both you and your partner.
Prior to this, I will get you to complete some questions so I can understand a little more about you, which means we can then get stuck in to the nitty gritty of planning when we catch up.
Throughout the time from booking to the big day, I will always be available to chat. So, if you need a follow up meeting/a phone call here and there, I'll be happy to oblige.
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I definitely won't try and pull a sneaky on you.
As you'll see on my Process & Packages page, there are many things already included in the cost (like hiring of the PA system). When you send an enquiry, I will provide you with a Wedding Information Kit which has examples of any additional costs that may arise. This is mostly dependent on how far I need to travel (outside of 100km return radius of Bunbury, WA).
All of this will be listed on your quote. There will be no extra fees outside of this quote, unless your circumstances change (eg. if you change venue etc.)
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I have a range of packages to suit any couple's needs. I offer 4 types: The Big Shebang (More than 30 people), The Lowkey Wedding (Less than 30 people), The Elopement (with a personal script) and Just the Legals (no personal script).
I also provide MC services to couples who have booked The Big Shebang or The Lowkey Wedding.
See the run down of packages here OR send me an enquiry to get access to the complete Wedding Information Kit.
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Your non-refundable deposit is 25% of the total booking cost. This will need to be paid in order to lock in your ceremony date and time.
The quote will also indicate when the next 25% is due (generally half way between booking and wedding date), then the final 50% must be paid no later than 30 days prior to the ceremony date.
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It is at your discretion whether you see the script prior to your wedding day or not. I like to keep it a surprise for you, but trust me, I will make it just right for the two of you (which I'll make sure of when I get to know you and understand you through our catch ups and conversations).
If however, you wish to see the script, I will be happy to send it your way.
After your ceremony, you will be provided with a hardcopy of the script to look back on as a little memento.
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It's a non-negotiable - obviously! Love knows no bounds. Regardless of your gender or identity, I will relish in the beauty of your love. Every person and great partnership deserves to be honoured.