Ceremonies, Services, Videos Candice Bydder Ceremonies, Services, Videos Candice Bydder

Laughs and legal stuff for Jay and Sophie

When people ask to see a video of me in action doing my celebrant thing, it can sometimes be tricky because every ceremony I do is different. Why? Because every couple is different!

In saying that, I have developed my own natural style - conversational, relaxed, and a little bit cheeky - which was right up Sophie and Jay’s alley for their ceremony at The Pagoda Resort and Spa, located in Como, just south of Perth.

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Why does the cost of a celebrant vary so much?

There’s a good reason - we all offer different things. There is no right or wrong, it’s about finding the right balance for you. Some celebrants at the luxury end of the market offer some thoughtful extras, like a custom CD of ceremony music or keepsake vow cards by expert calligraphers. On the more budget friendly side, celebrants may perform a number of ceremonies in a row, or ask you to choose from a handful pre-written ceremonies and slot your names in as appropriate.

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Do we have to use microphones?

No, not necessarily. As long as you, your celebrant and the two legal witnesses can hear the ceremony, especially your legal vows, then the requirements have been met under the Marriage Act 1961. If you’re nervous about speaking into a microphone, but still want all of your guests to hear you, there are lots of things I can do to reduce your anxiety on the day.

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How long do your ceremonies go for?

For a full service wedding, I find the sweet spot is around 20 minutes. Less than that, and it can sometimes feel a bit rushed, while anything beyond 30 minutes may start to feel a bit drawn out. There’s no right or wrong, and I’ll happily work in with what you need. Elopements and legals only registry style weddings are even shorter, and the price reflects that

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