Jun. 21, 2018

The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!)

In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples.

Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK…

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Mar. 24, 2016

Let this winter elopement in Scotland sweep you off your feet

These two wanted an intimate and gorgeous elopement in Scotland, and they got it. Private five-course meals, cakes with sparklers, a fabulous ceremony setting, and even some haggis. Can you imagine a more romantic way to share your intimate vows? Don't miss the bride's fabulous floral gown, the scenic sights at the hotel, and the hailstorm that followed.

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Oct. 1, 2015

Owls, house banners, and eerily accurate Harry Potter details at Kayleigh & Dougie's Scottish Harry Potter wedding

When you see the DIYed details of this Harry Potter wedding in Scotland, you'll wonder if magic actually exists to make these details so amazingly accurate. We're talking The Daily Prophet, a truly fabulous Honeyduke's sweets table, house banners, wand place cards, a sorting hat, a phoenix cake, A Quibbler, an Azkaban photo booth, and real owls! The groom got a little surprise at the reception with a shout-out to his faves, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. This one is a must-see, all you Potterphiles.

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28 Comments Jan. 6, 2015

Mel & Tevis' crafty vegan space wedding

This couple had some twists that threw some family members for a loop, they're secular, vegan, and genderqueer. But after embracing all of these characteristics, the pair felt like themselves which made them feel AWESOME. Don't miss the D20 glass-clinking alternative, the memorial bouquet charms, puzzle guestbook, tons of DIY projects, and the best quote about hips you'll read today… guaranteed.

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14 Comments Nov. 27, 2014

Bryne & Becky's penny-wise Humanist wedding

This wedding has beautiful DIY touches like sheet music wreaths, ceremony backdrop bunting, an adorable sweets table, and loads of super talented friendors. But it wasn't all cute touches and sentiment… there was also a zombie piñata, which revealed the groom's true feelings on them. And just wait until you see the sweet moments with the bride's father, too.

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Jul. 11, 2014

Fiona & Tom's rustic wedding with cocktails, pom-poms, and desserts

You want to see something lovely and kilt-filled and pom-pommy? Hell yes you do. This Scottish wedding ticks all the boxes when it comes to overloading on sweetness (in decor, cute dances, and in desserts!). Step into these gorgeous stables and experience a last-minute ceremony turned into a very awesome "homework" assignment that made their day.