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LGBT Weddings Abroad
There has been a significant increase in LGBT weddings abroad as more countries now allow same-sex legal weddings and symbolic blessings.
A Stunning Outdoor Wedding at De Deugdzonde, Belgium
Bas and Lars had a beautiful outdoor wedding ceremony at De Deugdzonde in Belgium, followed by a fabulous reception under a sperry tent.
Gay Wedding Speeches
Although there’s no big difference in how to approach gay wedding speeches, that doesn’t mean the rest is easy.
Readings and Poems for a Civil Partnership
One of the most significant ways of personalising your civil partnership is to include a poem or reading by one of your family members or guests.
An Art Deco Themed Civil Partnership in Leeds
Adam and Rick’s love of the art deco style played a big part in their choice of civil partnership venue, The Queens Hotel in Leeds, and all of the styling for the day.
Requirements for a Civil Partnership Ceremony Abroad
The legal requirements for a civil partnership ceremony abroad can seem confusing, and different countries have their own interpretation of a civil partnership.
Civil Partnership Speeches
With civil partnership speeches it’s up to you and your partner to decide if one or both of you will speak, and the order of the speeches.
How to Register a Civil Partnership
Registering a civil partnership is a two step process. Firstly, you will need to give notice of your intention to register, and secondly, actually register the civil partnership.
Equal Civil Marriage Proposals
On 12th March 2012, the government launched its consultation on equal civil marriage in England and Wales, and these were the proposals.
Civil Partnership Traditions
With the introduction of civil partnerships in 2005 came the opportunity to create a new set of traditions, but some of the old ones still stand true and are just as relevant.
Commitment Ceremonies
A commitment ceremony is a ceremony for couples who want to make a public declaration of their life-long commitment and love for each other.
Themed Weddings and Civil Partnerships
When most people talk about a civil partnership or wedding theme they’re usually referring to the look and atmosphere as well as the style, colours and finer details.
Female Civil Partnership Outfits
Civil partnerships and gay weddings can pose a sartorial problem for some women in lesbian relationships; what outfit should you wear?
The Differences Between Civil Partnerships and Marriages
There are many differences between a civil partnership and marriage. A civil partnership gives same sex couples the same legal standing as heterosexual marriage.
Writing Your Own Words for Your Civil Partnership
Add your own wording in the form of poems and readings to make your civil partnership ceremony as personal to you as possible. Here are some examples.
Civil Partnership Etiquette
If you feel some of your guests need reminding, it might be worth dropping the odd hint on how you expect them to behave at your civil partnership.
Groom Suits for a Civil Partnership
When choosing a suit for your civil partnership you should let your individual style shine through, and a well made suit can really boost your confidence.