How to Write Your Own Wedding Vows

Personal vows make a ceremony unforgettable. The best ones are specific, heartfelt and true to who you are as a couple.

Structure

  • Opening: address your partner directly
  • Why you love them: specific, concrete examples
  • What you promise: realistic, meaningful commitments
  • Closing: a final declaration

Tips

  • Aim for 1–2 minutes when spoken aloud
  • Avoid clichés — find your own language
  • Practise reading them aloud before the day

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