Category Archives: Charis’ Blog

  Cheaper suppliers normally mean that they are newer and inexperienced. They are building up a brand and are starting at a base price until they feel they have the expertise to charge more. A quality priced vendor usually means a quality service.  As a client you want eloquence and expertise for your Wedding ceremony. […]

  Having your wedding in a park is an amazing location for a wedding. Of course, every park and location has different rules and regulations. The Fitzroy gardens, Botanic Gardens, Edinburgh gardens, Carlton Gardens and the gardens in the Melbourne City council all require you to have a permit. They also require you to have a permit for you […]

  Of course you can have your wedding ceremony any way you would like it. However, sometimes I get asked wether I think seats for guests are important? My answer is always a resounding “YES.” If budget allows and you are tossing up the idea of having seats, do it! Having chairs allows you to designate a […]

  OH OH! Like today, there was no rain forecast and then all of the sudden the heavens opened. I have had a few situations like this where it has rained mid ceremony. There was one wedding in particular that the heavens absolutely opened with a vengeance. In this case, there was nothing we could […]

  A lot of my clients ask me if it is ok to have no bridal party. Of course it is ok. Your wedding can be customised any way you like it. Having no bridal party means you can have more intimate photographs. I would recommend having a nice backdrop, like a floral arch, just […]

  So, you are thinking of having your wedding at a winery? AMAZING!!!!! I love doing weddings in the Yarra Valley, Red Hill, Mornington Peninsula or down the Bellarine Peninsula. Having your wedding at a winery gives your wedding a luxe feel. They are often boutique wineries that highlight their wines throughout the evening of your reception. […]

  Every celebrant is different and works in very different ways. For me, a wedding rehearsal, is an important part of your wedding preparation. It gets you ready for the day, clears any questions you may have and helps to make your day run smoothly. I normally run my rehearsals during the week from 10-2. They […]

  I often get asked by couples: “what will you wear on our wedding day?” The truth is every celebrant is different, has a different vibe and will dress according to their brand. For me, I guess I feel the most comfortable in “corporate style” clothing. I often wear short sleeve dresses in summer and […]

  Couples always ask me if it is a good idea to have live music during their ceremony. My response is always a resounding “YES.” Live music bring an extra special touch to your ceremony. Your guests can enjoy a few songs being played live, before the brides grand entrance. During the ceremony live music […]

  Every season has a negative and a positive. A winter wedding is very glamorous and romantic. A wedding in this season means you can have beautiful photos nestled by the open fire in your venue. My biggest piece of advice is, if you have your ceremony outside. Either book heathers, have blankets on the […]