Vow Tips

Alright, my soon-to-be-wedded weirdos, let’s talk personal vows.

Let's dive into my top tips:

1. Brain Dump: Seriously, grab your phone and start noting down all the cute, funny, or slightly embarrassing moments. That time they tried to cook and almost set off the smoke alarm? Pure gold! Trust me, future you will thank you for this treasure trove of adorableness.

2.  Flashback Fun: Think back to the good ol' days. Share those moments that made you go "Yep, this is my human," like that awkward first date or surviving that time you tried to assemble IKEA furniture together.

3. Be You, Times a Million: Seriously, you’ve heard every wedding vendor say it, so let’s say it again: speak from your actual heart (the slightly sarcastic bit included if that’s you). Focus on what makes your love story uniquely you, and roll with it.

4. Lay on the Mush (Just a Little): While we are on the topic of being real (and we get it, you’re fun), also don't be afraid to gush a bit about how much your person means to you. Highlight their amazingness and all the ways they make your world better because, let’s be honest, it was more than your shitty jokes that won them over.

5. Proofreading: Once you have written a rough draft, have a quick read all the way through and do a quick spell check. Then go to bed. Leave it for a little bit, then go back to it with an objective eye and make any changes.

6. Don’t Leave It Until the Last Minute: With the previous tip mentioned, this will ensure you don’t/can’t leave it until the day before.

7. Practice Makes... Less Awkward: Read your vows out loud a few times, tweak any clunky bits, and maybe even send them my way for a sprinkle of magic. We'll make sure they flow smoother than a well-mixed cocktail.

8. Vow Length Sanity Check: Have a little chinwag with your partner about how long these things should be. You don't want one person up there reading a novel while the other's got a haiku. Aim for roughly the same scroll length. Again, if you have me look over both, I can vibe check, length check, and do a cheeky spell check.

9. Get into the Nitty-Gritty: You don’t need to re-tell your story on how you met (I would have most likely already taken everyone on a trip down memory lane). Instead, give your nosy guests a little peek into your little love bubble. A short, sweet, and personal story makes your vows way more engaging (and way less boring).

10. Your Vows, Your Rules: The above are “tips”; they are by no means gospel. So, if the thought of public speaking makes your palms sweat, you do you! You can share your vows privately during your photoshoot or just between the two of you. It's your wedding, after all!