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Choosing to exchange vows in a bare bones ceremony in a marriage office, with just the 124 required words, really is an option some people choose. Truly!
Getting married in this pared back way is a deliberate and meaningful decision for couples seeking a marriage that ticks legal boxes.
Their priority may be that their legal status is “next of kin” to their partner, and they can do this through marriage.
It also prioritises authenticity, simplicity, and intimacy. I can tell you from experience, putting all your energy and concentration into those 140 words, is every bit as profound and intense as a day of lavishness surrounded by hundreds of people.
In some ways, it is even more intense, because you are saying these words with laser focus. There are no distractions. Just the words and their intent.
Some couples may choose this option because they want to be married, but are anti-establishment. Stripping back the bells and whistles, in their eyes, reduces the formality of the commitment, but retains the legality.
Yet others choose to marry this way because they are shy, or protective of their privacy. Declaring their love isn’t for the world to hear; it is between them.
And the reasons continue…
For couples who value practicality and efficiency, registry office style weddings offer a convenient and cost-effective alternative to traditional ceremonies.
This frees them from the often-stressful planning process and allowing them to allocate their funds toward other aspects of their lives together.
Yet others, (and this is common in Western Australia), are heading to Bali for their “big wedding” and simply need their legals done before they go.
Things to know about a bare bones ceremony:
- lasts around 5-10 minutes (hence the “married in a minute” tag!)
- BYO witnesses
- minimal ceremony with just the legal words
Ultimately, choosing to wed at a marriage office is a testament to the couple’s shared values, placing emphasis on the significance of their commitment while embracing a simplistic and authentic approach to one of life’s most momentous occasions.
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