Renewing Vows
There are many reasons why couples decide to renew their vows. Renewing vows is a great way for couples to reaffirm their love for one another whether on an important anniversary or for other reasons. Perhaps the couple has overcome a serious illness, estrangement, or they have reached an important milestone in their life. Whatever the reason is, there is some planning to do that is similar to wedding day planning but it is typically not quite as involved.
In today’s article we discuss some ceremony options that many couples choose that they may have incorporated into their original wedding ceremony, or some options that may be new ideas for renewing vows.
Attire – Some brides will wear their original wedding dress or some choose something new whether it is a formal dress, cocktail dress, or a nice suit. This will of course depend upon your taste and the formality of the event. Many brides will also carry flowers, similar to the wedding flowers from their original wedding day, or something completely different. Grooms wear the typical suit or tuxedo, again depending on the formality of the event, and they may wear the cuff links from the original wedding day, or another gift from the bride. The groom will also wear a boutonniere typically.
Participants – Many brides and grooms will invite the original wedding party to attend when renewing vows. They may not necessarily participate again by wearing bridesmaid dresses and groomsmen attire, but they typically attend in celebration. Children and grand children will often participate in various ways. They can escort the bride and groom down the aisle, perform some sort of reading or sing a song. That is really open to whatever the bride and groom decide.
Ceremony – Many couples will talk down the aisle together if they are not escorted by family. They also typically write their own vows to express how they feel about the relationship. It can be a time for the couple to reflect on the lives that they have lived together thus far and a time to share with family and friends. Many brides and grooms will invite the original wedding officiant, depending upon how long ago your wedding day took place! Couples will often buy new wedding bands, or have the old wedding bands engraved with a special quote or message. The ceremony consists of music and readings just as another wedding. Perhaps you choose to have a beach wedding to renew your vows!
When planning on renewing vows there are so many wedding ideas or other options that it can be overwhelming. Continue to read the Minister Services blog and please contact us if you are in need of a wedding officiant to conduct your vow renewal celebration.
You can also call us at 713-208-2025 and read about us and our other services as well. We would appreciate the chance to speak with you regarding your needs.
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