Second Marriage Ceremonies And Some Important Considerations

By Joyce Moore


To renew their vows could be one the most special celebrations that married couples can have. Usually, these are being done during big anniversaries such as tenth, twentieth, thirtieth, etc. Or at times when the couples have been undertaking some rough periods and may want to reaffirm their commitments with each other. These could also be large and expensive, similar to when you first got married.

However, there will some guidelines which need to be considered importantly. But always be open to follow some other guidelines as long as you are still going for the right path. Through this, couples can surely achieve memorable, successful, and wonderful. Tailoring your wishes as couples can also help achieve the desired second marriage ceremonies Michigan.

Knowing when the right time is. Even if this can be done anytime by the married couples, it would still be more special if you are having your reason for doing it. Maybe you were not able to experience a big wedding at first since you cannot afford to have one. Or maybe both of you have overcome some major life difficulties like illnesses or career crisis and you would want to show your love to each other and that you are getting stronger.

Decide either the celebration must be a large one or an intimate affair based on preference. Decide whether a huge party will be organized in which you will be inviting all your family members, relatives, and friends whom you have not seen for long. Small and intimate option can be done as well with your very closest people.

Sticking to a budget. A ceremony for a vow renewal would cost similarly as those first weddings. But these costs will depend highly on your decisions. Foods and drinks served in receptions are commonly one of the main considerations concerning costs. Having a huge spaced backyard is an advantage if many guests are preferred. For fewer guests elegant nights may be preferred.

Select for a venue. Make sure to choose a place that is large enough for holding the number of guests you have invited. Observe a proper setting and keep it casual as possible. For a bigger event, it must be planned a few months ahead to give an enough time for all the necessary preparations, most especially for the travel arrangements when needed.

Choose an appropriate attire. Women may want to wear the traditional dress for wedding, but this will depend upon the formality of vows renewed. Opting for party dresses could also be possible. Wearing white is really not necessary for this occasion since it is not the first wedding. Having the veil is optional.

Planning and preparation of much finer details. Right after finalizing the information about your wedding date, immediately inform all of the guests through sending them with invitations. Consider as well some other needed things. These may include the favors, flower arrangements, bartender, invitations, photographer, DJ, caterer, cake decorations, and musicians.

And since you are married already, it would not be necessary anymore to have an officiant who is legally permitted for performing a wedding. Having a clergyman would be fine, or even someone from the party close to you. However, all these things will never never matter for as long as you and your spouse is facing a different stage with your life and commemorating is very important.




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