While weddings remain our primary focus, we are finding more
couples planning to celebrate renewing their wedding vows. Whether the couple is celebrating milestone weddings
of10, 20 or 25 years together, we think it is a wonderful event and have plenty
of ideas to help couples plan that special day.
This ceremony is popular with couples who may have eloped or
were married in a no frills civil ceremony.
The official term is "reaffirming" wedding vows. The gathering may be just family or it may be
a celebration for friends and family alike.
It may be held in a church or your home or a garden or a hotel or
restaurant. It is a time for celebrating the life you have made together.
Guests are invited with small informal notes or personal
phone calls if the ceremony is to be low key.
A larger celebration may include printed invitations that include
ceremony and luncheon, brunch or dinner invitations. It is still considered inappropriate to print
"no gifts" on the invitations should you decide to send them. Count on word of mouth or your website to let
friends know your wish for no gifts.
Gifts are not expected for the vows renewal celebration, however some
guests will continue to do so. Accept
any gifts graciously and do acknowledge them with a hand written thank you
note.
Couples may choose to repeat the vows they spoke on their
wedding day (if they can remember them) or they may wish to write new ones that
reflect how their love has grown and matured over the years. If the renewal is to take place in a church,
the officiant will be able to help with the ceremony design.
Dressing up for the event is important and symbolic. We can help you with the selection that will
meet with your plans for the event. We also
have good ideas to help you plan the special day and create more memories.
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