Wedding Celebrant Vietnam - Leanne Summers

Wedding Celebrant Vietnam - Leanne Summers Hi. I'm Leanne Summers, an Australian wedding celebrant and MC living in Vietnam. Say hi. It can be as traditional or as zany as you like. It's all about you.

I create personal and meaningful ceremonies without boring parts and ensure everything is on track and everyone is having a great time at your wedding reception. Whether you live in Vientam or are travelling here for your dream wedding, I'm here to ensure your ceremony reflects you and your unique bond as a couple.
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I can help you craft the ceremony you dream of for your special day. It's not rea

dy, until you are happy.
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For couples living overseas and travelling to Vietnam, we can work together on skype or any medium. When you arrive, I will meet you in person and participate in your wedding rehearsal to help you feel relaxed and ready for the big day!
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I am based in Hoi An, central Vietnam, though can travel to where ever you choose to celebrate your wedding.

I don't do weddings because I'm chasing reviews, but when I get one like this, I have to share.
15/08/2025

I don't do weddings because I'm chasing reviews, but when I get one like this, I have to share.

When you're young, the wedding feels like it's for everyone else. Thirty-five years later, P & P wanted something that f...
12/08/2025

When you're young, the wedding feels like it's for everyone else. Thirty-five years later, P & P wanted something that felt like them.

They planned a simple vow renewal in Hoi An after COVID killed their 30th anniversary plans. Just the two of them, they thought. A heart drawn in the sand, filled with rose petals, and the sea as the backdrop.

But word spread. One by one, the family decided to come: kids, grandkids, and last-minute fly-ins from relatives and friends in Russia! What started as an intimate moment became a full celebration of 35 years—everything P & P have built, overcome, and loved.

(The grandkids had fun filling that heart with petals, but left me to carve it out for them 😅)

Stories like this are exactly why I created my Vow Renewal Package—for couples who want to celebrate their love story in a way that feels meaningful for them.

✨ Personal ceremony written and officiated by yours truly
✨ 4 hours of exquisite photography & images in your inbox within 14 days
✨ Professional hair & makeup
✨ Bouquet and buttonbole florals

Keep it intimate or invite the crew :)

I'm an Australian celebrant based in Vietnam. DM or email if you're toying with the idea of renewing vows on your Vietnam holiday.

Anh Phan Photographer - Vietnam Wedding Photographer Thank you for the incredible photos.

Thank you for the family reel you made. It brought many a tear to many an eye :)

S & R are English and Australian expats working in laser science in Hamburg 🔬. They wanted one thing at their wedding: f...
10/08/2025

S & R are English and Australian expats working in laser science in Hamburg 🔬. They wanted one thing at their wedding: friends from three continents celebrating together. When S's mum In Melbourne sent her a newspaper article about the Alma Resort, Nha Trang a seed was sown. It was the perfect answer.

S gave herself 72 hours in Ho Chi Minh City to find her wedding dress and ao dais. I had given her a list of recommendations in the months before the wedding so she could research. Some brides would panic about the last-minute gown purchases. But S had a plan which she executed perfectly, like the engineer she is.

Their wedding day was super laid back. Friends and family enjoyed a simple and sincere ceremony before a full Vietnamese feast with cocktails and great wine under the stars. There were plenty of sore heads the next day.

Ready for your Vietnam wedding story? DM me or email. I'm an English-speaking celebrant based here, creating heart-led ceremonies that feel like you. 🌴

Vietnam is hot for most of the year. Make sure you're guests know what to expect. Set the scene in your wedding invitati...
13/07/2025

Vietnam is hot for most of the year. Make sure you're guests know what to expect. Set the scene in your wedding invitation.

Here are some tips for a wedding in the Vietnamese heat.

Set realistic dress standards: Formal attire borders on a health hazard for those wearing suits :) Keep it classy and cool. Think lightweight fabrics, breathable colors, and comfort over formality.

Ceremony timing and length: Early morning (7-9 AM) or late afternoon (4:30-6 PM) work best. Keep ceremonies to a maximum of 15-20 minutes. Save other elements for the cool of the reception party.

Hydration, hydration, hydration: Don't skimp on refreshments. Have water available upon arrival. Fresh coconut water or sugar cane juice work a treat. Your guests will thank you.

Wedding Party Comfort: Choose lightweight clothing for your wedding party. Give them the option to change into weather-appropriate clothing after the ceremony—they'll appreciate the thoughtfulness.

Hand fans are always a big hit and they're cheap as chips :)

Ready for a warm, tropical wedding? Get in touch.

Will you move out of the way when we kiss? I get this question a lot.Absolutely! I always do my best to stay out of your...
10/07/2025

Will you move out of the way when we kiss? I get this question a lot.

Absolutely! I always do my best to stay out of your photos during the ceremony.

Where I position myself really depends on how you're feeling on the day.

For traditional aisle ceremonies, I typically stand at the arbor to give you a focal point as you walk down the aisle. (I'll explain the "graceful swan" when we meet.)

I'll stay close initially to help you feel settled, ease any nerves, and give you a friendly face to focus on if things feel overwhelming.

If you're feeling relaxed and in your element, I'll quietly step aside for the rings, vows, readings, and other special moments—staying out of the way until the end.

But if you're feeling nervous and need that reassurance, I'll stay right there with you until the kiss.

And we can always take beautiful photos afterward in front of your arbor, just the two of you.

No two weddings are alike because no two couples are alike. I take my cues from you and what feels right in the moment.

H+J felt completely at ease once they saw each other, so I was able to step back and let them have their moment.

If you're feeling relaxed and in your element, I'll quietly step aside for the rings, vows, readings, and other special moments, staying out of the way until the end.

Images (aren't they stunning?)

Adding a taste of Vietnam to your wedding.M+S included two Vietnamese "go-to" drinks for their guests. On hot and humid ...
08/07/2025

Adding a taste of Vietnam to your wedding.

M+S included two Vietnamese "go-to" drinks for their guests. On hot and humid days, roadside nước mía (sugarcane juice) is a lifesaver. The neon coloured stands are everywhere on the side of the road. When you feel like your head is about to explode in the heat, you can pull over and watch fresh sugarcane get juiced before your eyes. Served with loads of ice and sometimes kumquat, it's a cold, flavor-filled electrolyte boost that will make you smile and get you through the rest of the day.

Fancy something you can eat as well? Cold, fresh coconuts are ideal. Drink the milk and eat the flesh. Divine.

As expats living in Da Nang, M+S wanted to share some of the things they love about this country. The grateful sighs people made as they sipped their drinks told the story.

Fancy a nước mía stand at your wedding party? Drop me a line.

did an incredible job with the photos.
Lotus Events Vietnam planned the event and delivered unlimited nước mía and icy cold fresh coconuts.
Palm Garden Resort - Hoi An provided the exceptional venue, amazing staff and smiles all round.

50 years of marriage deserved something special 🥰N contacted me about her Nan and Pop's anniversary trip to Vietnam. Aft...
20/06/2025

50 years of marriage deserved something special 🥰

N contacted me about her Nan and Pop's anniversary trip to Vietnam. After five decades together, they were celebrating with their children, grandchildren, and closest friends.

N wanted to surprise them with a simple vow renewal ceremony by the water.

What struck me was watching this couple surrounded by the life they'd built together.

Fifty years of love, friendship, and family all gathered on one beach. When it came time to exchange something meaningful, they chose the zodiac necklaces they'd given each other 50 years ago - a sweet nod to where it all began.

This is what 50 years looks like. Not just two people who stayed together, but two people who created something beautiful together. A family that travels across the world to celebrate them.

PS: N got engaged the night before the ceremony. Love clearly runs in the family.
This is what 50 years looks like: not just two people who stayed together, but two people who created something beautiful together, a family that travels across the world to celebrate them.

Thinking about renewing your vows while holidaying in Vietnam? Send me a message.

This is what happens when you're surrounded by people who flew across the world to be at your wedding - not because the...
16/06/2025

This is what happens when you're surrounded by people who flew across the world to be at your wedding - not because they had to - but because they genuinely wanted to.

C+M chose Vietnam for their wedding because it was their first overseas trip together as a couple. They fell in love with the country and couldn't imagine getting married anywhere else – they wanted to share this beautiful place with their family and friends.

And wow, did their people show up. Every guest made the choice to be there, and you could feel that energy in every moment: the tears during their vows, the laughter during the funny bits, the party, and the way everyone just rolled with whatever came their way.

There's something special about a celebration where everyone genuinely wants to be there.

It changes everything.

Does this look like your kinda vibe? Drop me a note and we can chat.

Thank you Hoi An Film Studio for the brilliant pics

Eloping at the beach ⛱️ look at these cuties (and the shoes!)L+ E flew in from the States and enjoyed a perfectly curate...
11/06/2025

Eloping at the beach ⛱️ look at these cuties (and the shoes!)

L+ E flew in from the States and enjoyed a perfectly curated elopement in Danang.

They wanted beach, sun and no pressure and got it all.

It was a pleasure to see them doing their thing - the way they wanted to do it. The ceremony was funny, sentimental and teary in all the right places.

Congratulations my lovelies. It was an honour.

Is there a you shaped hole in this picture? Drop me a line and we'll make it happen for you too x

Elope Package in Hoi An.🔹Private Vietnamese villa for the ceremony🔹Gourmet picnic with French champagne🔹Officiant and ce...
31/05/2025

Elope Package in Hoi An.

🔹Private Vietnamese villa for the ceremony
🔹Gourmet picnic with French champagne
🔹Officiant and ceremony
🔹Hair and makeup
🔹4 hours photography (with sneak peek & pics in 14 days)
🔹Old Town photo shoot
🔹Floral arch, bouquet, and buttonhole flower

Sit back, relax, and enjoy your day.

River Retreat Premium Elope Package 2997 USD

Get in touch x

Orange was the new pink for Y + B's intimate wedding in Hoi An — a place close to Y's heart and where B began his entrep...
27/05/2025

Orange was the new pink for Y + B's intimate wedding in Hoi An — a place close to Y's heart and where B began his entrepreneurial journey.

Surrounded by their dearest friends from Israel, Palestine, China, the United States, Jordan, Iran, the United Kingdom, and Austria, their ceremony was a beautiful celebration of how love transcends all boundaries.

The celebration wove together traditions from different cultures: the Chinese Jiaobeijiu toast where everyone raised their glasses in unity, and Jewish customs including the chuppah, Ketubah reading, and the couple being wrapped in a tallit before receiving blessings in seven languages — a modern take on the Sheva Brachot. The ceremony concluded with B breaking the glass as we all cheered "Mazel Tov!"

There was plenty of romance and tears flowed during the vows. Y walked down the aisle to the Seikilos Epitaph — the world's oldest complete musical composition, discovered on an ancient tombstone in Turkey. Its timeless message resonates perfectly: "While you live, shine. Take joy in life, for it is brief."

Every moment was crafted with intention and meaning. It was truly one of the most thoughtful and beautiful ceremonies I've had the honor of officiating — a celebration where love conquered all.

Planning a wedding in Vietnam? Get in touch — let's craft something unforgettable together.

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So you’ve decided to take the leap and get married. You’ve also decided to leap into a destination wedding in Vietnam. Good on you. It’s am amazing place. A wedding like that deserves a bespoke ceremony that begins on a blank sheet of paper. No cookie cutters here. Sprinkled with love, a little bit of humour and plenty of “you”. Whether you live in Vietnam or are travelling here for your dream wedding, I can help you create the perfect ceremony. The one you see when you close your eyes and think about how it will look and feel. ​

It can be as traditional or as zany as you like. It's all about you. It's not ready, until you are happy. ​ When you arrive, I will meet you in person and participate in your wedding rehearsal to help you feel relaxed and ready for the big day! ​ I am based in Hoi An, central Vietnam, though can travel to where ever you choose to celebrate your wedding.