Congratulations! You have decided to have your sequel wedding in Greece. Or is your wedding in Greece the first of the two ceremonies? Either way, planning for sequel weddings offers a unique level of creativity and freedom. Especially if one of the ceremonies is in Greece! So, here is some advice from Poema, to help you tap into your creativity!
Why sequel ceremonies?
When planning for sequel weddings, one thing must be clear. Why is it necessary to have two ceremonies? And what purpose does each ceremony serve? So, it is important to treat each wedding as autonomous, even if there is overlapping between the two.
Same or different?
Both ceremonies celebrate you and your partner. But that does not mean they should be the same. Couples nowadays place great value in their individuality. And they want to see that reflected on their wedding ceremony. So, in sequel weddings, oftentimes, each ceremony will reflect the lifestyle of each partner respectively.
Even if you decide on a common theme, you can still find creative ways to distinguish between the two. For example, you can have a detailed ceremony in the prequel wedding and a shorter ceremony in the sequel wedding. Especially if the prequel wedding is more intimate and the sequel ceremony involves lots of guests.
Truth be told, no rules apply to sequel weddings' uniformity. Just keep in mind the reasons why you are having two ceremonies and stay true to your vision.
Which will be official?
It is important to decide from the start, if you want an official ceremony. And if you do, where you want your official ceremony to take place. Back home or in Greece? In fact, there are advantages to both choices.
If you choose to get legally married in Greece, you have two options. You can either have a religious or a civil ceremony. Both ceremonies require similar documents and need to be registered at the Vital Statistics Office. But this should not worry you, because our team can take care of the registration for you. This way, you will have the amazing experience of having your official matrimony in Greece. But without the hustle of paperwork.
Then, again, if you have your official ceremony back home, you are free to explore other types of ceremonies here. For example, you can have a symbolic ceremony and incorporate local traditions and cultural elements. Greece has plenty of wedding traditions that can enrich your sequel matrimony. Perhaps you would like to use elements from both your traditions in the ceremony and have a fusion wedding. Or, you can create your own unique traditions. Your options are limitless!
Smaller prequel, larger sequel?
Although current trends point to a "smaller prequel / larger sequel" pattern, we say "it all depends on the intent". So, when organizing your guestlists, always keep in mind the purpose of each ceremony.
Another determining factor is location. Especially when it comes to destination weddings. Because your guests may not have the capacity to travel to the destination you have chosen for your wedding. So, if you want more people to attend your official ceremony, having it back home seems the wisest choice. Then again, perhaps back home, your heart is set on getting married in a special location. And that location may have the capacity to host only small ceremonies with a few guests. Therefore, make sure you consider all parameters that are important to you, instead of following the trend.
In summation
Sequel weddings are perfect opportunities to reflect both you as individuals and as a couple. They also allow you to explore less traditional alternatives for at least one of the two ceremonies. The key is to know what purpose each wedding serves. And then plan two beautiful ceremonies to serve those purposes.
Thinking of planning your sequel wedding in Greece? Our ‘Wedding Customs Guide‘ will help you review diverse ceremonies, from different perspectives. Interested in enriching your wedding celebration with pre and post wedding activities? We can share with you our ideas on things you can see or do during your stay in Greece. From pre-wedding rehearsal dinners to boat cruises and beach parties to thematic celebrations. Let’s figure out how we can help you realize your vision. Got what you came for? Stay inspired through our Pinterest, Instagram and Facebook pages! And don’t forget to visit our testimonials page to see what our couples say about us!