Rituals

We can create a ritual out of anything. Having something that has personal meaning to you makes the best ritual.

Why have a ritual?

Apart from adding to the theatre of the ceremony, they act as a reminder of the commitment you are making to each other and can even be used as an olive branch when you have a disagreement.

Here are a few ideas:

Handfasting – tying the knot
Hand moulding
Sand ritual – consider the meaning of the colours you use
Bread breaking
Candle lighting – this can involve parents or wedding party members at the beginning of the ceremony and end with you as a couple
Broom jumping
Chocolate rituals – rehearsals are a must for this one!
Cocktail mixing – and this one.
Flowers
Crystals or stones
Painting – lovely for uniting two families
Time capsule
Tree planting

It's all up to you.

Your guests can be involved in the ritual if you choose. There is no right or wrong way to perform a ritual. It can be as unique as you are, so we can be very creative. Likewise, it can be a simple gesture that is shared between you and witnessed by your guests.