Writing a gender-neutral wedding ceremony allows couples to honor their love and commitment in a way that is inclusive and respectful of all individuals involved. By incorporating inclusive language, rituals, and pronouncements, couples can create a ceremony that celebrates their unique bond while fostering an environment of acceptance and equality.
Purchasing a ring, whether for an engagement or a wedding, is a big step: an age-old symbol of commitment and union. But the commerce of it, the industry, brings with it a heap of considerations.
It’s tricky to find the balance: to plan a wedding that feels traditionally legitimate and steeped in ritual, drawing on all those romantic movies we grew up loving, without reinforcing the antiquated gender roles that informed them.