During our initial calls many of my couples ask, “How long should our ceremony be?” Please remember, it’s your wedding! The ceremony can be as long or as short as you choose.

Custom or Elopement ceremony?

Working with my Wedding Choices file you have the opportunity to select the elements you want. If you are the kind of couple who are anxious to be married you might create a ceremony that lasts five minutes. If you are the kind of couple that wants to savor the time you are pledging your love to one another you might build a ceremony that is longer. There is no right or wrong length for your ceremony.

Another option is my “Elopement Ceremony.” This is a lovely pre-written ceremony which is perfect for those who don’t wish to have religious aspects included in their day. You may choose to add your personal vows to the Elopement Ceremony to make it special to you.

The time paradox

Over the years I have discovered that even with all the options you have with Wedding Choices, most couples find satisfaction with a wedding ceremony that lasts between fifteen and twenty minutes. The Elopement Ceremony is usually about fourteen minutes.

During the actual ceremony, time vanishes. Standing face to face with your beloved, all the decisions about flowers, colors, menu, cake and dresses disappear. You are in a world of your own. In the moment, so to speak. This is a precious time not to be rushed nor unnecessarily drawn out. Together we will create the ceremony that reflects who you are as a couple.

It’s Your Wedding!

It’s your wedding and it is a beautiful thing to share with your loved ones. Together we will find a way to make those minutes together meaningful and fun. Just the way you want it!