Simple Wedding Ceremonies in Sydney
Simple ceremonies can take place any day and any time. When planning a wedding ceremony, a simple wedding is possible with a celebrant who will make the journey seamless. A simple marriage ceremony where as your celebrant I take care of all the legal paperwork so that you have a stress-free journey. It allows the couple to concentrate on what truly matters to them and their loved ones.
We work together to create the ceremony exactly as you want it.
A small wedding is a great choice for couples –
- who prefer a more intimate and budget-friendly celebration
- or those who want to avoid the stress and complexity that can come with planning a large, elaborate wedding.
Many couples nowadays prefer to have a smaller crowd, just a few guests and their two witnesses. Opting for a more intimate wedding such as a garden wedding does not in any way take away anything from the celebration and from this milestone in your life.
Whether it is a big or small wedding, it should still be beautiful, meaningful and delivered with lots of love and sincerity. A very different feel to it than any wedding ceremony at the official registry office. The ceremony is personalized just for the couple.
You can choose a wedding package from any of the affordable weddings I offer. Weddings cheaper than any wedding at the BDM’s registry in Sydney.
After lodgement of the NOIM, for the same fee, you can choose to have your wedding ceremony any day and any time. At the same time, you are not locked in with any of the wedding packages I offer. You can decide later on whether to have your wedding in my backyard garden or any other location.
5 Reasons to Have a Simple Ceremony
A wedding doesn’t need to be extravagant to be extraordinary. More couples are discovering the beauty and emotional richness of a simple ceremony, and for good reason. Here are five compelling reasons to consider this heartfelt approach to tying the knot.
1. Deeply Personal Experience
A simple wedding ceremony places your relationship at the forefront. Without the distractions of a large event, every word, vow, and glance holds deeper meaning. With the help of a skilled marriage celebrant, your love story becomes the centrepiece of the day.
2. Less Stress, More Joy
Planning a large wedding can be overwhelming. A simple ceremony removes the chaos, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—each other. Choosing a celebrant easy to communicate with ensures your day flows effortlessly from start to finish.
3. Intimate Atmosphere
A simple wedding ceremony encourages closeness and sincerity. Whether it’s in a garden, on a beach, or at the celebrant’s own space, small settings offer unmatched intimacy and connection.
4. More Affordable Yet Meaningful
Couples often express in simple ceremonies reviews how liberating it felt to skip the expensive extras. A minimalist wedding doesn’t mean less beauty—it means more value where it counts.
5. Flexible and Inclusive
From spontaneous elopements to thoughtfully planned micro-weddings, simple ceremonies cater to a wide range of visions. A qualified marriage celebrant can adapt the ceremony to reflect your culture, beliefs, and personality, making the experience truly yours.
Embrace the elegance of simplicity. A small ceremony can be just as memorable—if not more—than a lavish affair.
Simple Ceremonies
Your Wedding, Your Way: A Beautiful Backyard Celebration
A wedding ceremony should be a reflection of you—your story, your style, your wishes. Whether you dream of a relaxed, fuss-free occasion or a more traditional affair, your special day can be exactly what you imagine. If a short and sweet ceremony suits you best, that’s precisely how it will unfold—calm, meaningful, and entirely yours.
A simple wedding doesn’t mean sacrificing the importance or significance of the event. It’s about simplifying the process and focusing on what truly matters: celebrating your love and commitment with your loved ones.
Every wedding, no matter how big or small, marks an unforgettable chapter in your life. It’s not about grand stages or glittering venues; it’s about the heartfelt moment you say “I do.” That moment deserves to be celebrated in a way that feels true to you.
Real Simple Weddings
In one recent ceremony, the lovely couple chose simplicity. Their intimate backyard was the perfect setting, with only close family members gathered to witness their vows. It was quiet, personal, and deeply moving—proof that love doesn’t need a stage to shine.
Several months prior, the groom reached out to organise essential documentation. Together, we lodged the Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM), while I assisted with a letter to immigration to support the bride’s journey to Australia. That small gesture played a big role in reuniting two hearts across borders.
The couple’s vision was clear: a garden wedding, simple and serene. And that’s exactly what they had—a gentle ceremony beneath the open sky, wrapped in the warmth of their closest loved ones. Proof that a meaningful wedding doesn’t have to be elaborate—it just has to be yours.
Simple Garden Wedding
Here’s another wedding ceremony at home which was an hassle-free wedding just as the couple wanted it to be, a casual wedding, still including all the legal paperwork.
So we celebrated this bride and groom having their wedding ceremony in my backyard with just their two witnesses.
This lovely young couple had lodged the NOIM with me more than a year ago. And finally, the day arrived and this week they contacted me deciding to have their quick wedding ceremony at my place. They drove over from the central coast on this sunny day. We had the wedding, and they continued by having an enjoyable day in Sydney.
Wedding ideas for Simple Wedding
Some key characteristics of a simple wedding might include:
- Small Guest List: A limited number of close family and friends are invited to keep the event intimate and personal.
- Minimal Decor: The decorations are understated, and natural or DIY elements may be used to keep costs down.
- Affordable Venue: Simple weddings often take place in budget-friendly venues like backyards, parks, or community halls, instead of expensive hotels or banquet halls.
- Casual Attire: The bride and groom may opt for more casual or non-traditional wedding attire, and the bridal party might wear simpler outfits as well.
- Basic Catering: The food and drinks are straightforward, and a full sit-down dinner might be replaced with a buffet, potluck, or casual catering.
- DIY or Minimalist Invitations: Invitations may be designed and made by the couple or sent digitally to save on costs.
- Fewer Wedding Traditions: Couples may choose to skip some traditional wedding customs and focus on the ones that are most meaningful to them.
- Short Ceremony: The wedding ceremony itself may be shorter and more to the point.
- Limited Entertainment: Simple weddings may have fewer entertainment options or forgo a DJ or live band for a playlist of favorite songs.
- Emphasis on Meaningful Moments: The focus is on the couple’s love and commitment to each other rather than extravagant displays.
I can offer you a simple outdoor wedding at a small wedding venue. In my wedding packages, you can find two small wedding packages. You can choose to celebrate your wedding in my big green backyard and so to save and have a more affordable wedding.
You are also more than welcome to bring some champagne, wine or a cake for after the ceremony.
So contact me if you would like more information about my marriage celebrant services in Sydney and having a simple wedding.
Please call me on 0423 042 773, email me at [email protected] or alternatively, you can contact me via my website.