How to use your married surname
There’s a difference between ‘changing your name’ and ‘using your married surname’. Read more and watch the Video
Wedding Tips and Advice
Practical, honest advice from Jake Smith — wedding celebrant and steady hand on your wedding day. These short guides answer real questions couples ask, from ceremony planning and vows to timing, structure and how to keep things calm. Simple, helpful and written to make your wedding easier, clearer and more meaningful. clients and professionals.
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What I'll wear
Presentation is a huge factor for many couples as they choose a celebrant… Read more and watch the Video
Don't Be Busy!
Busy-ness: It’s the difference between a day that’s enjoyed and lives up to all it’s potential… Read more and watch the Video
Choosing a Wedding Photographer
I’ve asked lots of couples who LOVED their photographer
Destination Weddings - How!?!?
Let's face it; nearly every couple looks at each other at least once on their wedding planning journey and suggests... 'should we just jump on a plane!?' The answer of course is... Maybe!… Read more and Watch Video
Cruise Ship Weddings
Kicked off AGAIN!!! What 'Cruise Ship' Weddings look like for me :) Watch the Video
Well Meaning Advice
Planning a wedding?? Get ready because everyone you speak to is about to tell you exactly how to do it!! Read more and Watch the Video
Involving Little People
A youngster kitted out in wedding gear is expert level cuteness! If you're thinking of involving little ones in your ceremony here are some ideas that have really worked well for me.
3 Tips for Groomsmen and Bridesmaids
What bridal parties actually do varies wildly from wedding to wedding... However these three tips should help out no mater what :)
How to Choose Your Wedding Service Providers
Here's my pro-tip on how to minimise stress and maximise your enjoyment… Read more and Watch Video
Petal Power
Getting showered by petals your idea of a good time?! Walking back down that aisle on your wedding day is most definitely a special and surreal moment… Read more and watch video
Where I Stand at Weddings
It's something that not a lot of people put that much thought into. However where the celebrant stands during a ceremony makes a real difference. Read more and Watch Video
Working with Wedding 'To-Do' Lists
Google 'Wedding to do list' and you are inviting distress!! There is perhaps no more efficient way to get distressed about your wedding! Read More and Watch Video
What To Do With Your Vows
If you've written your own vows you may wonder... Read more and Watch Video
Congratulations, You've Been Asked to Read at a Wedding!
The very thought of reading at a wedding ceremony fills some with excitement and others with terror… Read more and Watch Video
Wedding Day Weather
Some couples don't even consider the weather... Others check the B.O.M. every second minute… Read more and watch video…
When to arrive at your wedding!?
‘When should I get there!?’… Watch video here…
Where can I Marry you?!
People are often confused about where celebrants can perform ceremonies… Read more and watch video…
What happens at our initial meeting?
People often ask what we cover at an initial planning meeting… Watch video here
3 Wedding Wardrobe Malfunctions and how to avoid them!
Weddings are special, so people usually go out of their way to dress that way! Watch video…