Chiquita Mitchell - Marriage Celebrant

14/04/2025

Oh the magic 🎩 ✨️
GUY + LILY were married at the one and only with at the helm it was bound to be epic, but I wasn't prepared for the amount of love in this day. Everyone present beamed the whole time, with the exception of Guy getting dust in his eyes at the start. Lily said her married name before I even married them, so Guy took Lily's name for a moment, hilarity ensued. They literally had one legal thing to do, say their proper names 😂. The day that was due to pour was filled instead with sunshine, and Lily's beautiful gown converted into two - floor length and dance length 😱 and Guy had the most divine deep green suit by ! Beautifully shot by 🫶

Wedding Planner + Stylist:
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Flowers:
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Transport:
Music: .events
Hair + Make up:
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Lighting & audio:
Stationery: .seasalter
Catering + Cake
Drinks:


Lily
Celebrant:

28/03/2025

Dancing like no one is watching.

11/03/2025

Together 24 years and today married for 20 years, with lots more to come. I will be loving you, yes I will. I am so lucky to have found you, Peter Moochell x

01/03/2025

Beautiful morning with + planning their wedding ceremony. Non-traditional and fun being the game plan for these cuties 👌 Ah, yes please! ✨️

05/02/2025

Got marriage on your mind? Wedding bells ringing in your ears? Well, gather ye engaged beings to the finest day out in the Byron Shire. Not only do some of the swankiest, creatively designed and downright beautiful properties have their doors wide open for you to inspect, but they will be styled, flower and music filled for you to get inspired and speak with wedding industry stars to get your own wedding underway. I'm not saying I'm a star, but I will be found at , most likely under the boughs of the 150 year old figtree. When, you ask? Why, it's this Saturday the 8th of February from 10am NSW time. Come enjoy a mimosa with moi x

31/01/2025

Phewf, two months working on set during one of the hottest summers ☀️ I had zero weddings between Dec-March, so took the opportunity as a 3rd AD on a fabulous production. I can't say much more than that, except it was a role that gave me so much experience with industry giants. In between, I managed to meet many couples at the and 2025 is set to be a big year for weddings - so if you're wanting to have an obligation free chat to feel out whether I might be the perfect Celebrant for your wedding, send me a DM or email.

02/01/2025

What a day... beneath the paperbark trees of . Here's a tiny excerpt from their ceremony:

"Alyce loves that Simon is very patient and knows how to navigate her through her stress and flusters. Except for that one time that Alyce got particularly flustered at Westfield shopping centre trying to park – despite Simon’s most charming and thoughtful guidance into the park from outside the car, Alyce did not like that park and drove off to the next level - without Simon.

Yet Alyce has learned the joys of being patient from Simon; if he is telling a good story, he is oblivious to any pressures and makes sure to give the long version. Alyce can fondly remember one time when Luke and Chloe were having a gathering and Simon and Alyce were supposed to be helping – Chloe was hurrying Simon to shuck the oysters as the rest of lunch was ready, but he took his time and shucked those oysters perfectly. Yes, it can be frustrating, but this characteristic is something Alyce loves because it also makes Simon the generous person he is. If he sees someone that needs his help, he is never too busy for them.

Simon adores Alyce, he loves that she is always excited to see him, and they both feel like they can never have enough time together, purely because they have so much fun when the other is around. So, of course, this electricity led to his proposal, and this moment; their wedding. "

Photographer:
Venue:
Flowers:
Hair: .hair
Make up:
pjs:
Gown:  
Suit:
Cake
Music:
livgarvey    

Celebrant:

02/01/2025

What a day... beneath the paperbark trees of . Here's a tiny excerpt from their ceremony:

"Alyce loves that Simon is very patient and knows how to navigate her through her stress and flusters. Except for that one time that Alyce got particularly flustered at Westfield shopping centre trying to park – despite Simon’s most charming and thoughtful guidance into the park from outside the car, Alyce did not like that park and drove off to the next level - without Simon.

Yet Alyce has learned the joys of being patient from Simon; if he is telling a good story, he is oblivious to any pressures and makes sure to give the long version. Alyce can fondly remember one time when Luke and Chloe were having a gathering and Simon and Alyce were supposed to be helping – Chloe was hurrying Simon to shuck the oysters as the rest of lunch was ready, but he took his time and shucked those oysters perfectly. Yes, it can be frustrating, but this characteristic is something Alyce loves because it also makes Simon the generous person he is. If he sees someone that needs his help, he is never too busy for them.

Simon adores Alyce, he loves that she is always excited to see him, and they both feel like they can never have enough time together, purely because they have so much fun when the other is around. So, of course, this electricity led to his proposal, and this moment; their wedding. "

Photographer:
Venue:
Flowers:
Hair: .hair
Make up:
pjs:
Gown:  
Suit:
Cake
Music:
   

Celebrant:

27/05/2024

💐NICHOLAS + MIKI met on the dance floor at a New Years Eve party thirteen years ago; neither was supposed to be out that evening. They had an instant connection, and kept in touch even over long distance with Nicholas’s overseas work; Miki made the amazing big trip to visit him in Switzerland whilst he was touring with a band.

When Nicholas came home for a few weeks between tours, they would always spend every spare second together. They were skilled at making their time together count, though Nicholas cut it rather fine when he made it home just 48 hours prior to their first beautiful son’s birth!
Nicholas had known for a long time that Miki was the girl for him, and he loves the sense of fun he feels with Miki. After experiencing losing all of their worldly possessions in the floods here in the Byron area, they saw the strength they had, and rose like phoenixes from the soggy ashes with an understanding of the strength of love they have. Nicholas asked Miki to be his wife, and without hesitation, she said YES.

Their incredible love-filled day was attended by a fun crowd, including music creatives , and all the plants hired through had recently been gracing the Byron Blues Festival.

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Plant Hire: 
Bride: 
Groom: .wilson.audio
Venue:  Doon Doon Hall at Cram's Farm Reserve

08/10/2023

What does a Celebrant do? I can't speak for every Celebrant but I have 700 weddings and 17 years of experience, and this is how I roll:
• Research and write your ceremony - I will share the ceremony with you so you can adapt it or ask me to add or alter anything.
• Provide vows, and other wedding ideas such as music, ceremony and reading ideas
• Legal paperwork taken care of.
• Prepare you for how the ceremony will feel, with a briefing - or rehearsal.
• Greet your guests (arrive early on your wedding day to set up and be there when your guests land).
• Manage the ceremony, but work in with event coordinators, cinematography, photography, musicians, florists, stylists. It's a collaboration ✨️
• Let your guests know what is happening so they feel welcome & included.
• Deliver your ceremony warmly.
• Provide my public address system so all can hear your ceremony.
• Register your marriage

What else you get:
• An organised Celebrant who also had 15 years as a personal assistant so Im not going to let you down.
• I'll also ask you about your colours and attempt to blend in.
• Experience - I can't tell you about the fires I have put out, but you need to know, I have you. I don't leave things to chance, I make sure it's rock solid and rally to make sure things are in alignment with the elegance and flow of your day.

Reach out if you need a Celebrant - 2024 is already approaching fast 🩷

04/10/2023

Blake planned to propose to Trudi with a beautiful picnic. He arranged for an incredible picnic set up at Currumbin Beach, complete with music, champagne, candles, and a photographer hidden in the dunes. He also printed out almost every photo he could find of them throughout the years (that's a lot of photos when you're high school sweethearts).

However, when they approached the picnic set up, Trudi didn’t want to invade someone’s picnic space, and kept avoiding it altogether, so Blake had to drop the knee right where he was and the poor photographer wasn’t able to catch the moment, but it was perfect and they laughed and had fun recreating the moment in the perfect picnic spot.

They married on Saturday at the jaw dropping . 🩷

I do love hearing engagement stories, and after 700 or so weddings and 17 years doing this, I can tell you there's a definite myth that they need to be movie-esque - but they are gorgeous and perfect because of all their awkward and off plan moments. That captures how much two people are bricking it about asking their dream person to spend forever with them. And that is really something.

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Flowers:
Hair: .glah

Make up: .glah

Robes:
Jewellery: diamonds
Gown:   (ceremony dress)
(reception dress)
Suit:
Cake
Music:





__mills


Celebrant:

28/09/2023

❤️‍🔥 Zeplen + Lisa ❤️‍🔥

Fave quote from their epic day ✨️ 27.9.23 ✨️

“Even though Lisa tries to pick fights with me, or tickle me and then when I retalliate she either has a cry, or goes so far in her retalliation that I have to tap out, Lisa is my world."

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Hair + Make up:
Furniture hire:
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Suit:
Cake @ancora
Music:
 
Lisa
Zeplen
Celebrant:

25/09/2023

🌵 Jarryd + Bella 🌵 met, sharing their first date at Holey Moley, putt putt golf. Arabella instantly loved Jarryd’s kind and warm energy. Jarryd remembers that first meeting when he was sat down and this gorgeous cheeky girl, Arabella, walked in with a huge beaming smile.

Under the cover of Bella’s 30th birthday, Jarryd proposed, with a Cheezel.

It was a win-win for Bella. She said yes – but not only that, she got a pre-dinner snack.

They have upgraded the Cheezel, by the way, to a real sparkly number. 💍
Photographer + Videographer
Venue .plantationhouse
Celebrant
Florist
Dress +
Bridesmaid dresses
Hair + Makeup
Entertainment
Cake

16/02/2023

30/12/2022

🩷 BRAD & RENEE 🩷 What a family, and what a pair. They really are the kindest and gentlest folk I've met; I also loved that Renee used to pretend to be a popstar with my little sister and we all grew up in the foothills of the Doughboy Mountain (peeping from the background of this epic shot by ). Brad's mum flew over from the UK for a holiday, so they decided to get married during her Aussie time with them. Cue 7 weeks to plan a wedding 😬. They did it, and very well🙌. It was my kind of experience ~ all about the love and company of loved ones. No unnecessary bo****ks whatsoever. 🌼 Now, whilst I'm here, chirping on, may I wish everyone contentment as we close 2022. Be kind, mostly to yourself - because weirdly, that's who we are hardest on - ourselves. And a big thank you to all the wonderful couples who trusted me to marry them this year, you allow me to have the bestest job! Chiquita xx 😘

10/12/2022

12 tips for 2023 weddings// TIP 2

Organic Moments: Whilst a LOT of prep goes into creating the flow for your ceremony, it should still feel spontaneous and unstaged. This helps you both relax, and for the day to have candid beauty. Like, if your tiny flowergirl wanders straight to her daddy the groom, and wants to be held – this is a golden moment you’ll treasure when you remember your wedding day. Or, if you’re including your dog and they want to be with you – all the better for helping you remember that this day, even your wedding day, is just another awesome day to your doggo – HOW REFRESHINGLY GROUNDING.

This beautiful photo is of Sam and Kate on their wedding day recently. Sam told me their dog could be quite the unhinged nutter, but on their day, their dog took it upon herself and greeted them at the altar and then sat on Kate’s feet and by her side like a royal corgi in a royal photo shoot FOR THE WHOLE CEREMONY. When it was time for the kiss though, she moved politely off the rug to give them their space. It was really something.
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04/12/2022

12 tips for 2023 weddings// TIP 1

Where does that engagement ring go? The old-timey rule of wearing your wedding band closest to your heart comes from the belief that there's a vein in the ring finger that travels directly to the heart - so the band is worn closest to your body, with the engagement ring on the outer. Wearing the engagement ring last also means you can remove your (often chunky/sharp/sparkly engagement ring without the need to remove your band. So, what do you do on your wedding day with your engagement ring?  You could wear it on your right hand, and then slip it on during the signing part of the ceremony, or leave it with a loved one to bring to you during the signing if it does not fit your other hand.  BUT I WOULD SAY THIS:  if it doesn't fit on your other hand, don't wear it loosely.  This happened to me on my own wedding day.  I decided to give it to my maid of honour, who also wasn't able to wear it and so she loosely wore it on her pinky.  Come the ceremony and *mid vows* I could hear my darling friend behind me crying.  I knew on a cellular level that she was stressing over losing my engagement ring.  I turned and told her it didn't matter - but she was beside herself.  We got married, and during the signing, my beautiful friend went, with desperate eyes, straight to one of my brothers to see if he could help - he calmly lifted his hand up to her and it was on his pinky.  (It had falled off her in the limo and the driver had noticed and given it to my brother - HOW LUCKY).  So it all worked out.  PS - did you know you don't HAVE to have a wedding ring?  It is a tradition, not a requirement.  My father never wore a ring - and this was common - especially for men who work with their hands.  

Pics are of two beaut couples I married;
🌷 & in 2013, and
🌷 Ben Hunt and in 2017.

24/11/2022

Gosh, I'm so rubbish at social media 🙈. That last time I wished it would implode and I got locked out because my phone got crushed in a folding chair, so I better watch what I say BUT I stand by the fact that instagramming is hard yakka! This gorgeous pic of Ben is from FEBRUARY but I am finally getting around to posting here. It was a gorgeous day but one we weren't sure how it would play out with the localised flooding in the region at the time. We managed 80% of the ceremony outdoors and then transitioned up to the deck because the comfort of your guests is PARAMOUNT and the rain demanded we take cover. Being able to morph and adapt during your wedding day, to any possibility, is what it's all about. There is 💯% preparation and planning that happens, but being up for working with surprises or the unplanned is equally important.

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Hair:
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Suit:
Cake
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Music: .gannaway
Bridal party:
Mum
Celebrant:
Lauren
Ben