Wedding planning questions you may not have considered

There’s no hard and fast rulebook surrounding how a marriage should be celebrated, or what needs to happen on a wedding day. For some, it’s a grand affair with all the bells and whistles, and for others, an intimate show of love with little fanfare.

Regardless of your preferred approach – planning a wedding is centred around some big decision making, and oftentimes, conversations with suppliers or your support network will bring about questions you might not yet have considered.

Here we shine a light on some of the more lesser-known planning aspect of wedding planning – seemingly small questions you might not have considered, but that will help your dream day take shape.

What is tradition, what is ‘law’?

The beauty of a civil marriage ceremony in Australia is that almost everything is up for grabs. There is minimum legal wording required to be stated by the officiant and the marrying couple – and of course, the accompanying legals documentation – but beyond that – free game!

Don’t want to walk the aisle? No problem. Not interested in a wedding party? You don’t ‘need’ one. Not keen on exchanging wedding bands? Bin it!

When it comes to the reception celebrations – traditions such as a first dance, wishing well, formal bridal table, garter toss etc, are by no means concrete inclusions. Think of wedding planning as a buffet – take what you love and respectfully pass on the rest.

Be guided by your suppliers, who will let you know how things might ‘typically’ work, but also push the boundaries and question certain elements – its often the best way to ensure your day is truly your own.