What’s the difference between a Celebrant and a Registrar?

What’s the difference between a Celebrant and a Registrar is a question I get asked a lot and I love to explain it in a way that everyone can relate to by using one of my favourite things…

Imagine your wedding ceremony is like choosing a cake – stay with me here!

A Registrar ceremony is like grabbing a premade cake from a bakery’s display. 

They are delicious and enjoyable, but you don’t have as much say in the flavours or decorations as they follow a set recipe.

Imagine them as a superhero cake, saving the day with legal powers! They’re the ones who make your marriage official in the eyes of the law but they are often vanilla but form a solid base.

A Celebrant ceremony is like a custom-made cake from your favourite bakery. 

You get to choose all the delicious flavours adding the vibrancy of say a flavourful raspberry filling paired with a salted caramel drizzle for an explosion on your tastebuds.  

You then choose colours, add some decorations and even add some extra sprinkles to every layer. It’s unique and tailored just for you!

So if you’re happy with a tasty slice of tradition, the Registrar ceremony is the way to go but if you want your wedding to be as unique as a custom cake creation with a cherry on top, go for the Celebrant ceremony.

Bon Appetit!