Wedding Vows

Wedding vows are binding promises each partner in a couple makes to the other during a wedding ceremony. The authority required for the marriage to be legal comes either from the national law of the country or from a religious body. Vows can also be written by the couple, or poetry, lyrics or vows from a mixture of religious traditions used.


Getting married is not about looking like a princess surrounded by lovely flowers in a fairytale setting. It is all about a union of two hearts and making an everlasting promise.
Your wedding vows will emphasize this strongly and it’s up to you how to approach this. Wedding vows can be traditional, old-fashioned, original, unique, religious, funny, poetic, romantic, or with the flavor of the country of your ethnic background.

Your wedding vows set the tone for your marriage. The right vows make your wedding romantic, meaningful, and uniquely your own. The heart and soul of your wedding are your vows to each other.

You may find a vow that is just right for you, or you may find that you like a piece of one and a part of another. You should not hesitate to mix and match, add or delete. Wedding declarations have varied from place to place over time, and people today have more choice than ever. You may wish to add poetry, passages from the Bible or other inspirational sources, or make up your own words. Anything that suits your values and taste is acceptable in a wedding ceremony. Remember: it’s your wedding. It’s important to keep things positive, and don’t be shy about using your sense of humor.

Don’t be afraid to open your heart. This is the perfect time for you to tell your husband-to-be how special he is to you, what your best memories are of him, and what you look forward to in your new life together.

A little humor always gives people a lift, and if you’re the kind of couple that is always in a fun and silly mood, amusing jokes and anecdotes inserted in your vows can really reflect your personalities.

Take some time to sit down and think about what you love best about your husband-to-be. This can get you started on crafting the perfect wedding vow.

It is advisable that you share your particular vows with the individual who will officiate the wedding, long before the ceremony is to take place. Some ministers prefer certain vows and ceremonies and may be reluctant to deviate from their usual repertoire. By sharing your vows with him or her weeks or months before the great day, you will have time to work out a compromise or engage a different officiate.

Many people make photocopies of their vows to distribute among guests. This enables your family and friends to read along as the ceremony progresses, and gives them a nice souvenir of your wedding. Be sure to keep a copy to frame or store with other precious wedding memories.