Robyn Smith - Wedding Celebrant

19/02/2025

26/06/2023

Some fabulous black and white photos from Meg and Marc’s wedding in Noosa. A simply gorgeous setting on the beach.

02/12/2022

Farm style weddings

10/11/2022

Quite a different ceremony held recently. The bride and groom are avid motorbike riders and decided to get hitched at the Vulcan Riders Association (VRA) National Rally. Guests came from around Australia on their Kawasaki’s. Check out what was used by the flower girl to scatter petals! Who knew helmets were multi functional. This was such a fun wedding and everyone fully participated. Congratulations to Mick and Sophie on becoming Mr and Mrs Z❤️

01/01/2022

Wishing you and your family a wonderful year ahead.

If you are getting married in 2022, it is going to be a wonderful year.

03/04/2021

Easter is a perfect time for a wedding. The weather is perfect, there are extra holidays to relax and unwind and of course there is chocolate😀

Wishing all couples enjoying an Easter wedding a wonderful day filled with love and joy♥️

13/03/2021

Wedding joy this week at Yanchep National Park. A beautiful setting near the lake. Kangaroos come down later in the day for a look as well.

26/10/2020

Unplugged Ceremony....what does it mean?

It simply means switching off the phone and cameras, mainly during the ceremony.

Many couples, now more than ever are requesting ‘unplugged ceremonies’.

Why, because they want their guests to share in the moment and genuinely enjoy the ceremony and what it means to the couple.

It can take some re-training for people to just sit and enjoy the moment, that’s why it is important to let your guests know your wishes.

Look for a sign to place at the entrance to your ceremony and be sure to ask your Celebrant to make an announcement prior to the ceremony. You may even be able to add this information in your invitations.

Let your guests know when they can start taking photos, maybe it is at the end of the ceremony or at the start of the reception.

“Please turn off your cameras and phones until after the ceremony. We want to see your lovely faces and happy smiles”

15/10/2020

❤️Walking down the Aisle

Historians have told us that the custom of the bride being es**rted down the aisle by her father, actually stems from the days of arranged marriages and was a way to prevent the groom from backing out!
A bride was a ‘financial liability’ who was transferred from the household of her father to that of the groom.

Today, having the father walk the bride down the aisle is a way of honoring the father and celebrating the special bond of father and daughter.

❤️5 Ways to get there

1. Share the love and have both parents es**rt you.

2. If mum has been the main care giver, why not choose her to es**rt you.

3. Or choose someone close who you love and appreciate.

4. Choosing your children is also a special way to honor this tradition.

5. Love your dog? Hmm, could be a good alternative.

Of course, you do not need to do any of these suggestions, you can walk yourself down the aisle, with your partner or not have an aisle at all, just meet and marry.

Whatever you choose to do, take time to look around you, and take it all in❤️

04/10/2020

After the Ceremony tips

Well, you have just said your “I Do’s”, so what’s next? Here a few tips to help you journey into the next phase of your celebration.

1. Have some water
It’s likely you will also be enjoying a glass of champagne with your sweetheart, but have some water too, it will keep you hydrated and you won’t flag too early.

2. Check your photo list.
It makes sense to have a list of shots you want on your wedding day - so check in to make sure you’ve got them all. Set up a few shots for your wedding thank you cards, this way you can personalise them with a picture you love. If you want romantic sunset shots, check when the sun will be setting and speak to your photographer about getting these shots.

3. Go to the bathroom.
I know, sounds obvious, but you will be surprised how time gets away from you. If you get a chance, go before you enter the reception. This will also give you a chance to check your makeup, change your shoes and slip off your veil.

4. Engagement Ring
Slip your engagement ring back on, let both rings sparkle together.

5. Take 5
Take 5 minutes out, just the two of you, to say “we did it”. It is such a whirlwind day, it’s nice to have this time to say “I love you” in a private setting.

15/09/2020

5 Ceremony Tips for the Bride

1. Delegate as much as you can on and before the day. You should not be the one that is worrying over small details on the day. You should be able to take this opportunity to enjoy the preparation of hair, makeup and putting on the dress.

2. Eat Something. Take the time to have some lunch and include some protein and drink some water. It is going to be a long day and you will need your energy. You probably will not even notice that you are starving until after the ceremony and then you will want to eat everything in sight. Ceremony, congratulations, and photo’s take time, and by the time you reach the reception, hunger will have set in. You also do not tend to eat much during the reception as you are busy chatting to family and friends.

3. If something goes wrong, try not to stress too much. Chances are that your guests will not even notice. And even if they do, they will not mind, everyone is here to see you and your partner marry, and that is the what this day is all about. Try not to sweat the small stuff.

4. Slow Down. Once you have arrived at your ceremony destination, slow down a little and take it all in. This is the moment all that planning has come to…you and your partner marrying. Take the time to look all around you, at your guests, your bridal party and of course your future partner for life. When walking down the aisle, smile and say hello to guests. You will be nervous, but these are your family and friends and they will be so happy for you.

5. The I do’s. Whatever style of ceremony you are planning, try and take in as much of it as you can. This part goes by in the wink of an eye and it truly is the essence of the whole day. Feel free to hold hands, smile and even sneak in a little pre ceremony kiss with your partner. If you are reciting your own vows, send them to your celebrant and ask that she prints them out for you, so that you do not need to worry about remembering to bring them along.

At the end of the day, this is your Ceremony - breathe, smile, love and laugh.