Flash mobs such as these add an element of surprise and a unique twist to any wedding, and the possibilities for how to add a flash mob into your ceremony are really diverse. However, if you are non-drinkers or have underage guests, you can simply swap in non-alcoholic alternatives for any of these symbolic and celebratory unity ceremony rituals).įlash Mob: Over recent years, a lot of videos have gone viral showing brides and grooms doing an unexpected dance down the aisle or a choreographed routine with a number of their guests during the reception (my favourite being the dance from ‘Thriller’). (Ok, I realise there seems to be a slightly boozy theme running through some of this list, but weddings are the BEST types of celebration so let’s do it in style. Sealing it with sambuca, tying the knot with tequila or vows with vodka can also involve your wedding party and guests, confirming your wedding as the most interesting and enjoyable they’ve ever been to. In a similar way to wine blending, toasting to each other and drinking a shot in unison symbolises the trust you are sharing, your celebration of each other and the fun times you have ahead. Get the party started from the very start why wait for the reception? Actually, taking a shot of your favourite spirit or cocktail as a unity ritual is as much symbolic as it is fun. This fun, quirky ceremony interval is sure to keep your guests entertained and raving about your wedding for a very long time. Some couples even use their wedding shoes! Your celebrant will then ask a series of questions: Who is the best dancer? Who is the most romantic? Who will cry the most today? and everyone holds up their vote. This game can be played with just the happy couple, the couple and their wedding party or you can even involve the whole guest list! All involved will have something to represent each of the two lovebirds. One firm favourite of mine is the classic Mr & Mrs game during which you, your partner and your guests find out just how well you know each other. But once you’ve played on those heart strings, why not tickle some funny bones and get your guests involved with a game? Mid-ceremony games: Who says a wedding has to be a formal affair? Why can’t we have a bit of fun? Undoubtedly, your wedding ceremony will have moments of beautiful sentimentality that will probably have you and your guests shedding a tear or two, and so it should. However you choose to recreate this fun unity ritual, it is a great alternative way to symbolise the coming together of two people, their trust, love and families. One ancient Scottish ritual is for the couple to drink whiskey from a Quaich: a ceremonial vessel that is typically made from wood or silver. You could use whiskey, beer, even tequila if that’s your sauce. Not a wine drinker? Not a problem we’re not following any rules, remember. After you have both poured your own wines into a single glass or ceremonial cup, you both drink from the glass, toasting to your past, present and future. The most important thing is that it means something to you. It could be a wine from a significant year, a significant place or it may be the wine you drank on your first date. Traditionally one would be white and the other red, but we’re not following rules here so if you’re both red or white drinkers, feel free to choose your preferred tipple. Just like life and love right?ĭuring this alternative ceremony, you and your partner choose your favourite wine which you each have in your own glass or bottle. Wine is celebratory, it gets better with age and it can be rich, deep and sweet. What I’m talking about is the symbolic unity ritual of a wine ceremony. Bottom line: make the vows your own.īooze Blending: No, I don’t mean mixing up a fishbowl of Blue Lagoon, circa Faliraki 2003. It’s a beautiful moment when a mother, father, sibling, child or best friend shares a promise to support you in your marriage (even if it is simply to always bring a bottle when they visit). Have your friends and family members contribute their own vows too if you want. Seriously, start thinking outside the white lacy, pearl embellished box and show who you are through your vows. Better still, sing them, rap them, communicate them through the art of interpretive dance! (I joke but it could be cool?). Make the promises YOU want to make, the ones that are important to you and your partner. A celebrant wedding means you can write your own or have your celebrant help write them for you. The Vows: Ditch the drab and dreary old-fashioned vows.
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