How does a symbolic wedding ceremony work?

What is the exact process?

What elements can be included in the ceremony?

These are some of the most frequently asked questions during our first meeting with the couples.

Designing a wedding ceremony is an exciting and deeply personal experience.

While we follow a tried-and-true structure as a foundation, we customize every aspect to incorporate the unique wishes and preferences of our wedding couples.

The ceremony and wedding speech are always carefully crafted around a clear and meaningful structure.

Announcement/Briefing

Before the official ceremony begins,

the wedding guests arrive and take their seats.

Once the bride and groom are ready, we start with a brief welcome and introduction.

We take a moment to greet the guests and introduce ourselves.

As part of the announcement, we kindly ask everyone to check their mobile phones and ensure they are switched to silent or flight mode.

Some couples prefer that no photos be taken during the ceremony,

as a professional wedding photographer is usually present.

If this is the case, we politely inform the guests and request their cooperation.

Additionally, if there are any other instructions or details—such as where to gather after the ceremony or guidance on moving out—we will share them during this time to ensure a smooth flow for the rest of the event.

Processional entrance

The entrance is thoughtfully organized based on the preferences of the couple,

family traditions,

or regional customs.

Whether the bride and groom walk down the aisle together or separately—

and whether they are accompanied by family members, the best man, maid of honor, or bridesmaids—

is discussed and decided during the interviews.

The Speech, rituals, vows, and the "I do"

After the entrance, the heart of the ceremony begins with the speech.

Each speech is thoughtfully structured,

but no two are the same.

The flow of topics is uniquely tailored to the couple.

The speech is rooted in:

The couple’s personal history, with meaningful anecdotes
Their values, interests,
and what defines them,
Their perspectives on love and marriage,
The proposal story
Important family stories or details from their lives, if desired.

There are often moments of humor (unless the couple prefers a more serious tone),

and we always strive to weave a meaningful narrative that connects everything together.

The final part of the ceremony is the climax, where meaningful moments unfold:

A ritual may be performed,

And/or the wedding vows are exchanged.

The rings are almost always exchanged as well.

However, every couple has their own preferences:
Some may choose not to include a ritual,

Others may not exchange rings if they’ve already done so at the registry office,

Some prefer to recite personally written vows,

Others may choose to repeat traditional vows,

Some couples may even wish to say a special “ring vow.”

As you can see, the specifics depend entirely on the couple’s wishes.

Final words and walkout

At the close of the ceremony,

most couples share the magical moment of their kiss.

Music begins, and the newlyweds make their walk-out,

often accompanied by flower petals,

soap bubbles,

or waving wedding wands.

The core structure of the ceremony typically includes the following elements:

Processional entrance
The couple’s story and personal history
Words about love and marriage
A potential ritual
The vows and the “I do”
A potential ritual
Ring exchange
The kiss
Final words and walkout

Of course, there’s plenty of room for personalization, allowing couples to create a ceremony that is truly unique to them.

Speeches by friends, family, or witnesses

Often, witnesses, friends, or family members wish to give a short speech during the ceremony.

If the bride and groom agree, we’ll work with the speakers —

to find the perfect moment for their words

whether that’s in the middle of the ceremony or at the end.

We recommend keeping speeches to about 2 to 3 minutes for a smooth flow.

Music

Music is an essential part of most symbolic wedding ceremonies.

There will be music for the entrance, exit, possibly during rituals, the exchange of rings, or simply as a musical pause.

Music can be provided by live musicians (who we’ll coordinate with in advance)

or we can handle the music ourselves.

If there is no DJ, you can send us your playlist, and we’ll play it through our sound system.

If you’re looking for song suggestions, we’re more than happy to assist!

A moment for the loved ones who are no longer with us

In every family, there are loved ones who, as a couple, we wish could be there to share in our special day.

They’ve played an important role in our lives,

but unfortunately, they can no longer be physically present.

There are meaningful ways to honor their memory during the ceremony:

Mention them in the ceremony
Set aside a moment to light a candle while playing a special piece of music
Include another symbolic gesture to remember them

After this brief moment of remembrance, the ceremony can continue with its main events.

You decide what feels right for you!

With a free wedding ceremony, there are no rigid protocols or fixed order of events,

allowing you to personalize your ceremony in any way that suits best for you.

We’re here to help bring your vision to life and integrate all your wishes into the ceremony.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss your ideas, feel free to reach out to us—either by phone, email, or

by booking an get-to.know-us-meeting!