✨ Celebrating 10 Years of Love & Memories ✨ Today marks 10 incredible years since I became a registered marriage celebrant! 💕 Over the...

A simple walk with a friend last week turned into a feast of colour, roses spilling over garden walls, wildflowers dancing in the breeze, and blooms at every turn. It’s no wonder flowers play such a special part in weddings. https://www.instagram.com/reel/Da_JYpuTjD8/?igsh=Nmc3OWhiNTR4Zjlz Did you know every flower has its own meaning? 🌼 Peonies symbolise a happy marriage, roses represent love, lavender stands for devotion, and sweet peas are said to bring lasting happiness

When it comes to weddings, it’s easy to get caught up in the idea that bigger means better. Social media is full of lavish celebrations, designer dresses, extravagant flowers and celebrity-style receptions that can make a normal wedding budget feel completely inadequate. Then there are global superstars like Taylor Swift. Her concerts generate millions of dollars, her tours are spectacular, and everything she touches seems larger than life. But here’s the thing: you’re not co

🎶 What is love… baby don’t hurt me… don’t hurt me… no more… 🎶 https://youtu.be/GybmY-_OKNc?is=OzcbslpLkJ06ImvM I heard it on the beach the other day it reminds me of good times in Magaluf 1995 and is one of the catchiest songs ever, but it got me thinking… What is love? The funny thing about those lyrics is well yes maybe love does hurt sometimes. Not because it’s meant to break us, but because when you truly care about someone, you become vulnerable. You worry about them

A Guide from Shona Tough, Marriage Celebrant at Aye Do Weddings Planning a wedding involves many decisions, but one element that truly shapes the atmosphere of your entire celebration is the music and entertainment . From the moment guests arrive to the last dance of the evening, the right DJ or live performer helps create unforgettable memories. As a professional marriage celebrant at Aye Do Weddings , I’ve had the privilege of working alongside talented DJs and musicians

In Australia's couples are embracing personalized, sustainable, and experience-focused celebrations , moving beyond grandiosity for intimate, meaningful events, despite rising costs (averaging $35k+) driven partly by inflation and family help . Key trends include bold colours, smart minimalism, eco-friendly choices (local vendors, digital invites), interactive guest experiences (360° videos), elevating traditions (parents walking down aisle), and a rise in weekday/Friday wedd

After over ten years as a Central Coast celebrant, I can safely say this, we live in a pretty spectacular place to get married. Beaches, bays, rivers, gardens and backyards… the Central Coast has it all. I’ve officiated wedding ceremonies all over the coast, including Ettalong, Woy Woy, Pearl Beach and Umina Beach, as well as riverside spots and private homes. Whether you’re dreaming of a barefoot beach wedding, a relaxed garden ceremony, or something beautifully intimate at

Everyone is talking about the John Lewis Christmas advert, one song, and suddenly you feel everything. Don't lie you had a tear in your eye too! That’s what I love about weddings. Music isn’t just background noise, it’s the heartbeat of the day. A single song can instantly take you back to the moment you first met remind you why you fell in love bring a tear to your eye before you even realise it. The ad captures that beautifully, music can touch the soul and unlock mem

As we move through 2025 the start of the Spring wedding season is almost upon us. So what are the new trends in the industry? Weddings...

Weddings have always been a grand celebration of love, but today’s wedding industry can come with a hefty price tag. With rising costs...

I have become a digital nomad and I can (almost) work from anywhere! What’s that I hear you say? Well I am travelling freely while ...

Rain on your wedding day is supposed to be good luck because it signifies that your marriage will last. A knot that becomes wet is...

When I decided to become a celebrant it was a part time job something I did on the weekend and I never imagined I would hit the milestone...

I get asked a lot if I will travel to a wedding. Well thanks to my other half "Ooola the kombi" I can usually get to most destinations...

I am lucky that my job takes me to some amazing parts of the country and in April this year I was asked to officiate at the Kangaroo...

Last weekend I joined Mary Kiani and friends for a fantastic Scottish festival gathering in the stunning Glenworth Valley (Darkinjung...

One of my favourite days of the year in Australia is when we all get together and head to Bundanoon for the Highland gathering. This...

Every couple is different and every ceremony is unique. That is why I take time to get to know every couple and find out what will make...

Brides Choice Awards acknowledges those wedding businesses that have excelled and exceeded the expectations of their Brides from around...

I am lucky to live in one of the most picturesque parts of the Central coast. Ettalong has less than 5000 population but is very popular...