Amy Watson is a young Sydney Wedding Celebrant with a fun, modern and creative approach. She has bee
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Hands up if you have stood through a wedding ceremony that felt like it dragged on for a life time, was an overdose of sappy love metaphors, was no real reflection of the couple, was barely able to be heard, and all you could think about was getting to the reception for a drink?! Its a common scenario and its certainly NOT how a couples wedding ceremony should roll. Amy is NOT this cookie cutter,
Golden Girls style celebrant you all may have met in the past. She creates unique, fun and modern ceremonies that are completely personal and reflective of YOU. She offers bespoke ceremonies for weddings, naming days, commitment ceremonies and vow renewals. Get in touch to talk shop about your ceremony and we'll see what cracking things we can create together.
First wedding of 2024… and it looked this good!!
What a pair of absolute honeys Charlie & Mitch are. 🍯
The brief: A ceremony full of fun, relaxed lols and something totally them.
Result: I’m pretty sure we nailed it.
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Biggest congrats beauties and thanks for helping me kick off a killer year.
Off to tomorrow and on Saturday to hitch more lovers before one more sneaky holiday next wkd.
🌞Happy days 🌞
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2024!!! Can you even believe it?!
Happy New Year my lovers!! I know I’m a little late but I’ve been in holiday mode and still have very limited reception.
I’m so excited for the year ahead.
It’s looking full of beautiful couples and connections, full of balance and big trips, true heart led work and maybe even some new beginnings.
One thing I’m super pumped about is the current shift towards more meaningful marriage making experiences.
A lot of couples are making a move towards smaller or more unique and intentional wedding plans, plans that really reflect who they are, what they value and what they can afford.
In no way is the big shebang wedding out the window, but I am particularly excited about the mind shift that’s continuing when it comes to the ceremony.
As a celebrant, this means everything.
Our whole focus is on connection, creating perfectly crafted moments that are unique to the individuals involved.
We are all about the feels so when our people are on board with us and ready to shift their focus in that direction too, it’s a damn good day in the office.
I’m not really into predicting trends and certainly not a fan of following them for the sake of it, but if these meaningful, intentional wedding plans are a trend, I’m here for it.
If you are too, get in touch asap!!
Would love to hear from you. X
LOVE NOTES from ANGEL FACES
You have no idea how much my heart explodes when these kind of post wedding emails hit my inbox…. 💕💕💕
Thanks Mike & Bunty. I adore you.
“G’day Amy,
We just wanted to say our most overwhelming thanks for Thursday. We’re struggling to articulate ourselves; the ceremony was a perfect blend of excited, fun, happy and heartfelt. Everyone was blown away by you (including us, who’ve met you a bunch and knew what we were in for!).
We knew immediately it was the best ceremony we’ve been to (maybe biased 😀), and we’ve had so many of our friends and family comment on how incredible the ceremony was. Thank you again for making it so perfectly matched to us.
It was far-and-away our best decision to ask you to marry us, and we’re so grateful for the care and love that you put into the whole process.
You’ll forever be such an important part of our lives!”
😭😭😭😭
☀️SUMMER LOVIN’! ☀️
By golly I love this time of year. Sunshine, lazy beach days, family time, midday margies and zero concept of what day it actually is.
Wishing all my beautiful couples and vendor pals a splendid holiday season with hopefully some down time planned.
If anyone was lucky enough to find a ring under their Chrissy tree this year, congrats!!
Exciting times ahead.
I am currently soaking up the holiday sunshine/ thunder storms until mid Jan, but on the emails intermittently if you need me.
In the meantime, dreaming of beach weddings like this one at my local spot.
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Today’s the day.
One gorgeous pair of humans left to marry in 2023.
And it’s going to go off like rudolf in the dark.
Tomorrow I’ll be switching on that out of office as we head off on hols at some ungodly hour of the morning.
But don’t stress, I’ll be checking them intermittently once all the Xmas festivities are done and dusted.
But first, let’s hitch!!
COCKTAILS & WEDDING DREAMS
In case you were wondering how I package up my tasty nuptuliscious offers, you can now refer to Le Menu (which is also on my website).
🍸In short, you can opt for the full shebang ceremony, unlimited guest numbers, any day of the wk or location, maximum joojsh and the kind of zing that only a top shelf vodka, I mean celebrant, can bring.
🍸Keen to keep drunk Unle Larry away from the mic? Cool. So is everyone else.
The Long Island Iced MC upgrade could be just the tipple for you ni**le.
Hand over the reins of the whole evening to yours truly, to keep everything running magically and the vibes high as hell.
I only take limited Saturday bookings per month for this option so let me know asap if you are thinking of adding this on.
🍸Then there’s elopements and mini weddings which I am so here for, any damn day of the week.
🍸And of course, for the straight up and simple crew, my Nups on The Rocks options are for you.
All your paperwork and legalities included at a time and place that suits your cruisey selves.
Midweek and Saturday mornings avails for these sweet babes.
If you want any info about these options or keen to float your date before the January engagement rush hits the inbox, just slide into my DMs or shoot me an email toot sweet.
Cheers big ears!!
FIVE HUNDRED… and nine 🎉
Ok so I had grand plans of celebrating when I married my 500th couple.
I was going to make a cake, or get a balloon, make an extravagant cocktail, or at least do something content worthy.
But instead, I completely forgot and did nothing.
So now I’ve realized and I’m marking the occasion nine marriages (and a few days) later and really that’s good enough for me.
Ta da!! 🎉
I don’t really think it matters how many people you’ve hitched tbh.
What matters is how you made those people feel.
If you’ve made ten people feel absolutely amazing as they launch into marriage then you’re nailing this gig.
If you’ve made 1018 people feel pretty bloody good then 💅🏻💅🏻💅🏻
Being that life is a crazy collection of moments and milestones, I suppose personally it’s good to recognize this one, as I really am so damn lucky to be doing what I do.
To be trusted by over 1000 humans with their love story, steering them through such a pivotal moment in their life, is truly an honor and I’m so grateful.
So thanks lovers for the laughs, the long chats, the love stories, the millions of emails, the beautiful vibes and good times.
I’m so pumped that after 8+ years, my people still seem to find me.
Legend found me and took this pic. Nailed it 😁
Summer is here!!!
The silly season is upon us and I only have one more wedding before Christmas!
That also means fiancés are out in full force and I’ve noticed a huge spike in enquiries and bookings of late.
I’ve also been getting some last minute Larry’s reaching out too and I hate responding with ‘soz mate, I’m booked’.
So get all your ducks in order lovers and get onto your vendors asap.
Get your big ticket people booked in first, people who can’t outsource their magic to staff. Eg, your celebrant, photographer and videographer.
Do your research and ask them about their background, their skill set and experience, as that’s the juicy goodness you’ll be investing in.
Check their reviews, make sure you gel then book em Dano.
Then you can sit back and enjoy your Christmas margaritas knowing your wedding day is sorted.
I’ll be taking time away from the office from 22nd Dec- 11th Jan, so the next few weeks are for meeting, planning, writing and booking in new legends along the way.
Reach out if you want to book in a chat.
Let’s get merry my peeps!!
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NINE YEARS & counting.
Happy anniversary my human.
Still the best house party we’ve ever thrown.
I love aging disgracefully with you.
👰👵🫶
DREAM TEAM ASSEMBLE
It’s pretty obvious that the team of vendors you select can seriously make or break your wedding day experience.
You want to surround yourself with experienced people you can trust, people who can completely take the reins and people you don’t mind hanging out with too.
So here are some hot tips on finding the legends for your unique team of wedding avengers.
⭐️Ask Your Vendors
⭐️Ask your Mates
⭐️Do your Research
⭐️Trust your Gut
If you’re looking for fab vendors and want to ask me for my personal recs, slide into my DMs any time or hit up my Pals page on my website.
Happy searching lovers!!
Baby I can drive your car!
Celebrants wear many hats and not merely just for sun protection and farrrshion.
We are officiants, trouble shooters, dress fluffers, content creators, orators, story tellers, energy bringers, book keepers, collaborators, admin wizzes and word smithers.
And on this occasion, chauffeurs. 🤙
We are a talented bunch of multi taskers who play such a pivotal role in your marrying journey so it’s important you find the right fit for you.
Reach out today, ask all the Q’s and maybe I’m the right fit for your love fest… or maybe even just good for a ride up the shops.
2024 Saturdays are almost goneskies so toot toot lovers!
Pics from this collab are making me smile!
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WILL YOU BE MY MONKEY?
The pick up line of her life. 🐵
The first time Bella approached Aaron at work, this was what she said. She was desperately in need of a monkey for her kids disco and he certainly wasn’t saying no to this ray of sunshine.
She confirmed, he looked hot in faux fur then nek minute they found themselves on the d floor of the Scary Canary, drunk as a monkeys uncle, sealing their fate with a jager bucket and a kiss.
It was love, for reals.
These two have been adventuring together ever since and they have seriously packed it in.
So much growing, traveling, getting lost and found together over the years and continually falling in love again and again along the way.
Aaron & Bella are pure magic, the most gorgeous humans whose love bubble is like a vortex.
I was willingly sucked in to the amazingness of their connection a few weeks back and absolutely loved sharing their fairytale with all their faves.
Congrats beautiful monkeys!!
May your happily ever after hit full throttle. 😘
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IT’S A STAMPEDE
This is not a drill.
There must be something in the wedding planning waters but enquiries are on 🔥 at the moment and remaining 2024 dates are galloping out the door.
Five fabulous catch ups with new couples last week, three more already this week, and I am loving all the vibes 🙌 😎
If you’re getting married in peak season, particularly on a Saturday, run don’t walk.
Your dream team won’t assemble itself and you don’t want to be the last one left in the ring on your lonesome. No bull. 🦬
Slide into that inbox stat!
Picture of your resident wall flower captured at this years Community Over Competition wedding industry soirée in Melbourne.
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On a scale of 1 to 100, how much fun do you think your wedding ceremony should be?
Let’s ask Hayley & Joel…
Yep, results are in, 💯
Your ceremony can be so many things.
Exciting
Emotional
Cathartic
Hilarious
Romantic
Saucy
Serious
Witty
Magical
Memorable
And of course, FUN!
So go on then, let’s have it!
Pic captured at by legend of H & J having a totally s**t time.
OLD HAG… aka young fun celebrant gun 😆
Tomorrow I am celebrating a big birthday and even though I’ve technically been celebrating for a month already, I certainly ain’t slowing down now!
Wedding free wkd come at me.
Before you ask, no I’m not worried about hitting this glorious milestone of 40 laps around the sun.
I have packed in some serious adventures to date and although the hang overs hurt more and every ailment seems to be accompanied with the words, ‘it’s just an aging thing’, I know there’s even more magic years of d floor dominating to come. 🤸♂️
I firmly believe that every minute on this earth is a blessing so birthdays should always be celebrated with reckless abandon.
And this time I’m sharing the love and sprinkling some confetti discounts just for you.
🎉 BIRTHDAY SPECIAL 🎉
So here it is… Any of my EXISTING 2024 couples who wish to add on my Master of Ceremony services to their booking, will receive a 20% discount.
Say what?! 😱
Yep, 20% off my Long Island Iced MC add on. 🍹
So if you’ve been sitting on the fence and want to make sure your reception is nailed by a pro, now’s the time.
Offer ends midnight Sunday (the same time my husband insists I stop milking my bday).
Slip me an email if you’re in!
Peace out lovers ✌️
Bday spam incoming.
✨ DANE & JOHN ✨
Absolute bloody legends who just happen to be doing life with the one they love.
They’ve been living in each others pockets for over 13 years, like an old married couple already, but the magic of that marriage moment on Saturday certainly wasn’t lost on them.
They orchestrated a perfect celebration. An intimate ceremony at their gorgeous house, then a party down the road a few hours later.
And with on snaps and the helping these spunks nail an epic first dance, it couldn’t get much sweeter.
Thanks for having me gorgeous creatures and for the kind words too….
“Thank you so much for yesterday Amy! Dane and I had an absolute blast and a lot of that was down to you and the vibes you brought to our ceremony.
Thanks again! 😊”
They only remember how it felt.
Which is why the key to creating a ceremony that’s etched in those mems for a lifetime, is you guessed it, the feels.
There are so many juicy describing words I could have used on the topic of how an epic ceremony can and should feel, but these four seemed like a good place to start.
And of course, now it’s time to remind you how pivotal your celebrant is in creating these good vibrations.
If you want to create a relaxed, laid back and inclusive feel, your celebrant needs to set that up before the ceremony has even kicked off.
If you want everyone to get excited and vocalize that, your celebrant needs to give them permission to go nuts.
People crave instruction and weddings are definitely a place where people wait to be told how to behave.
If you want an authentic celebration of your partnership, your celebrant has to be the real deal, taking the time to get to know you and having the skills to understand you and reflect that in your ceremony.
And if you want it to feel fun, your celebrant can’t be beige.
And I’m not talking about their outfit!
So in short, if you want to guarantee a ceremony with all the unforgettable feels, just book me 😆🤌🤌🤌
Hit me in the DMs if you want to check your date. ✌️
HIGH SCHOOL SWEETIES
As soon as Anna spotted Hugo in year 8, she was convinced he was Niall Horan’s doppelgänger.
And just like that, she fell head over turkey 🥰
And they’ve basically been loving each other sick ever since.
Back in March Hugo brought his boy band vibes and married his number one groupie for life. It was their fairytale come true ✨
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Would you pay more for your shoes than your celebrant?
No judgement either way but a personal choice that always intrigues me.
Structuring your wedding budget is such an important part of the planning process.
You really need to nut out what your priorities as a couple are, what’s important to you and where you are deciding to place your value.
Your celebrant is responsible not only for making you married, but for making the whole moment and experience
un-f**king-forgettable.
They are solely responsible for lifting the energy, making it feel inclusive, energized, romantic and magical and creating a vibe that carries through for the rest of your celebration.
Personally I think that is pretty damn important and I definitely wouldn’t let it slip too far down on the list of priorities.
But then again, I’m not a shoe person 😋
And now let’s take a moment to appreciate Steph’s incredible shoes.
A bride who knew her priorities and certainly didn’t skimp on the ceremony and the feels 😍
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Oh heyyyyyyy….cute pool shot for attention.
So here’s something you may not know about me… not only do I marry the pants off people, but I am also a
FUNERAL CELEBRANT.
This means I conduct memorials, celebrations of life, funeral ceremonies and any other form of farewell that is meaningful to you.
This is an area I have been diving deeper into of late, learning so much from the incredible humans at .sydney so that I can serve my community in this space, in the most compassionate and authentic way possible.
It is such an honour to provide this kind of support for a family at such a difficult time and the weight of this responsibility is never lost on me.
Like the wedding industry was when I started this biz 8 years ago, the funeral industry is also shifting, with incredible independent companies like The Last Time empowering families with choices and celebrating the life and true essence of the person who has passed.
So put a little pin in this and then throw it in the ‘not information I need to know right now’ pile.
But make sure you pin it, as death isn’t relevant to us, until it is.
And at some point my darlings, it will be.
And then you’ll know who to call.
Not only can I ensure your person is farewelled with the authenticity they deserve, I can also put you in touch with other amazing people who will help you along the way.
Now back to regular champagne popping programming.
😘😘
Poolside pic taken at the gorge
HAPPY ONE YEAR MARRIED!!
Wow, time flies when you’re busy being married.
This was such an ethereal day with all the fog gods on board for maximum magicness.
The secret circle at is already special, but throw in two cool cats who are so committed to their own style and it makes for one hell of a celebration.
I married Em & Kieran then MC’d their reception after what felt like a thousand false starts thanks to Covid.
And it was perfect in every way. ✨
Much love legends 🙌
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I cannot even deal with these two.
Pure joy 😍
The most epic florals by .lillipillian to accompany the most brilliant of vibes from ceremony start to finish.
Kev & Sav brought it.
Smiles from ear to ear as they giggled through the golden nuggets of their love story and we made them gloriously married!
A good day at the office!
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Love a bit of lean back.
When your groom works for Monopoly, there’s just too much gold to share. 🎩
We definitely passed go on this occasion and these lovebirds definitely collected their 200 smooches.
I love a couple who doesn’t take themselves and life too seriously, whilst also valuing the epic seriousness of their marriage moment.
I’m so lucky these kinds of legends always seem to find me and show off their limbo skills on the daily. 😆
Don’t believe me? Ask Sacha & Dale…
“Amy. Where do we even begin.
Thank you thank you for making our day not only so meaningful, but also a load of fun.
Our one request was that we wanted a ceremony that made our mums cry and everyone laugh.
And boy did you deliver!!
We love you.”
If this sounds like your jam, take a chance card, book me and you’ll not only get out of jail free, you’ll hold the deeds to the hottest property in town… and I’m not talking about your future spouse 😆
Float your date in the DMs with me now 👇
Epic wedding:
✈️ Out of office lovers ✈️
Will be checking emails intermittently and replying between poolside club sandwiches.
Be patient & I will get back to you soon.
Back in the land of Oz from the 24th July.
Peace out my babes! ✌️
Just call me handsy.
Someone give the girl an iPad ffs, to keep those jazz hands in line.
The pre ceremony pump up is crucial to setting your ceremony vibes.
Humans crave instruction and particularly on formal occasions like weddings. Like a dress code, they need instructions on how to behave, what’s appropriate, what to expect.
I am always very clear on how I want my people to behave and how we want our loved up couple to feel from the moment they walk in….
I want them to get excited, to relax, to lean in, to clap and cheer and cry, to be vulnerable, to feel the love and ride those waves of emotion alongside us.
And I also want them to fill the f’ing seats 🙃
Your guests are not there to fill space. We could’ve got cardboard cut outs of Harry Styles if that’s all we needed.
They are there because they are special to you, they’re invested in you, part of your story, and we want them to feel as loved up and high on the vibes as you.
So don’t underestimate the power of these hands. 👐🫶
If you think I could be the power lifter of your wedding roof, hit me in the DMs stat.
I’m out of office as of Tuesday so book in your vibe check stat. ✌️
Pic taken by the legendary at my fave
Our ceremony was conducted on the lands of the Yuin people and I pay my respect to those traditional custodians and to their Elders past and present. Always was, always will be and it’s an privilege to conduct ceremonies on Aboriginal land.
HUMP DAY HOT TIPS 🔥
Aside from all the juicy goodness, energy and authenticity a fab celebrant will bring, here are three ceremony suggestions that will raise the vibe without even uttering a word.
🔥Bev’s on arrival. Nuff said. Everyone loves a moisty.
If you’re not doing alcohol, at least provide water in summer. Nanna collapsing mid ceremony is not
A vibe.
🔥Live tunes or a banging playlist.
There’s nothing weirder than pre ceremony hangs without ambience.
If you’re not opting for live music I can manage this for you through my PA. And no I don’t need your cousins boyfriend to press play. Thanks though 🙅♀️
🔥The big finisher.
I love a toast or a shot as it’s such a celebratory way to intro you as married to the world.
Your celebrant doesn’t have to be the one to lead this too btw. Get a mate or family member to raise the toast and announce you back down the aisle.
And confetti the bejeezers out of it too!
What else do you love at ceremonies that make them the 💣?
Drop your fave ideas below 👇
Oh haaaaiiiiiii
In case you’re new around here, I’m Amy Watto Watson, aka the original gangster marriage maker.
My teeth are big, my hats a plenty, and I will definitely bring my crows feet and (non spicy) infectious smile to your celebration.
I’m fond of a cocktail, hate a hang over, but will always risk it for that extra espresso martini. 😜
Although I adore my lovers, I’m not a fluffy romantic, I’m obsessed with serial killer podcasts and rom coms make me spew. 🤮
What I do love is connecting with real humans and getting to know their authentic selves.
I love hearing and sharing the stories that have shaped their relationships and their lives, making them feel like family, and celebrating the s**t out of whatever makes them happy.
When I first started this gig, I was a little nervous to bring my true personality to the forefront, in a space that seemed conservative and full of bowler hats and name badges.
But 8 years and 480ish marriages on, it’s a glorious feeling to know that people are still pretty keen to have this weirdo make them married.
And not just any people, my people, the bloody legends who always seem to find me.
If only the hats were tax deductible though… ?!
A super special legend by the name of took some pics of me recently, as I realised I hadn’t done this in 8 years. Oops.
He killed it… even though my only request was to look 20 years younger 😆
Website is currently getting refreshed so watch this space.
These babies taken at my fave local space who make a mean espresso martini!
Peace out my babes ✌️
LOVE NOTES from a couple of mega babes….
❤️🔥
Amy is truly wonderful! She is joyous and kind and made our day so perfect!
Her charisma draws you in and will make your special day truly wonderful!
I can not recommend Amy enough!
It feels like she’s known you a lifetime and expresses your love story so wonderfully!
Amazing woman!!!!
❤️🔥
Absolutely incredible day for two super humans. Thanks again for having me legends!! 😘😘
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