This is an essential question, and often one of the first future couples ask themselves: is a secular ceremony legally recognized? The answer is simple and deserves to be clearly stated from the very beginning. DA : La P'tite Cherry - Photo : Enzo Ferez Photographie A secular ceremony has no legal value In France, a secular ceremony has no legal value. Only a civil marriage, celebrated at the town hall by a civil registrar, is recognized by law. It is this civil marriage that officially...

When preparing a secular ceremony, the question of rituals comes up very often: should you include any? And above all, which ones should you choose? The good news is this: in a secular ceremony, nothing is mandatory . Rituals are possibilities, never imposed steps. DA : Plan'On Event - Photo : Justinehphotography What is the purpose of rituals in a secular ceremony? A ritual is first and foremost a symbolic gesture. It allows the couple’s commitment to be expressed in a way that goes beyond...

It is a question that comes up very often: do you really need to hire a professional officiant for a secular wedding ceremony? The answer is not universal. It mainly depends on your expectations, your level of organization, and the type of support you are looking for. Seaside elopement - Flowers : L'Arrosoir de Rosalie A secular ceremony can be led in different ways Unlike a civil or religious ceremony, a secular ceremony offers great freedom — including when it comes to choosing who will...