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From our first conversation, we knew we’d found the perfect person to officiate our wedding. They took the time to get to know us, and that care shone through in a ceremony that felt personal and authentically us.
In the whirlwind of wedding planning, they helped us slow down and remember what we were there to celebrate: our love and the life we’re building together. That was such a meaningful gift.
So many guests asked how we found our Love Celebrant, which says everything about the impression they made! We’re so grateful they were part of our day and couldn’t recommend them more highly! 💕
Michele S.
5.0
Lauren was everything we had hoped for to lead our wedding ceremony and so much more. From the very first time we spoke to them, Lauren made us feel welcome, cared for, listened to, and safe. They put so much time and effort into getting to know us well before the wedding that by the time the ceremony rolled around, meeting Lauren felt like seeing an old friend again. They are truly in your corner, and Lauren's presence immediately put us at ease.
Lauren's process is designed to get to know you as individuals and as a couple, which was reflected beautifully in our wedding. Many guests told us it was the best ceremony they've ever been to and were shocked to learn we hadn't known Lauren for years. The ceremony was intentional, heartfelt and a celebration of our community --- I don't think there was a dry eye in the house. If you're lucky enough to have the opportunity to work with Lauren, you won't regret it. We feel so lucky to have found them and were honored to have Lauren be such a big part of our day.
Makenna C.
5.0
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Hi! I’m Lauren, a queer Love Celebrant and best-selling author with nearly 20 years of experience creating and officiating joyful, deeply personal Love Celebrations. You want a ceremony that feels like you. One filled with meaning, personality, laughter, tenderness, happy tears, and joy.
You want to arrive at your wedding day feeling present, connected, and completely yourselves, surrounded by the people you love most. You want to feel deeply known and joyfully celebrated. That’s exactly what I’m here for.
My signature Love Celebration Journey is about so much more than writing a beautiful ceremony. Together, we slow down, get curious, explore your relationship, and discover what this moment truly means to you. Then we turn everything we discover into a completely custom ceremony rooted in your story, your values, and your love.
My couples often tell me their guests assumed we’d been friends for years, and that their ceremony was one of their favorite parts of the entire day. I’m especially passionate about celebrating heart-centered, beautifully non-traditional couples who want something unmistakably, profoundly theirs.
Your love deserves to be deeply known and joyfully celebrated. All journeys begin with a free 45-minute Connection Call. I’d love to meet you!
www.laurensnead.love
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Hi, I'm Lauren...a deeply sentimental, queer, non-binary person who's into spontaneous adventures and celebrating love! I've been officiating meaningful, original and super fun Love Celebrations since 2007. My favorite thing about creating Love Celebrations is getting to know couples on a deeper level and using that as inspiration to create a ceremony that truly captures the essence of who they are. I've been married to my beautiful wife Katy since 2012 and love working with couples from all over the Bay Area and beyond!!
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Reviewers rave about the celebrant's deeply personal, thoughtful process and warm, professional presence. They create bespoke, moving ceremonies that make couples and guests feel seen, calm, and emotionally connected. Many praised support with vows, inclusivity, and flawless execution, calling the ceremony the highlight of the day.Review photos
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Giselle B
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5.0
Lauren is absolutely phenomenal at what they do!! Lauren made our day so special and filled with love, emotion, kindness and joy. My husband and I have been through a lot in our ti...
me together. But we’ve come out stronger on the other side. Lauren took note of this and helped us cultivate an experience that acknowledged the challenges and celebrated the growth, our love and our commitment.
Before working with Lauren, we felt excited and happy to celebrate our day of love. But after working with Lauren we realized how much more there was to celebrate. Lauren guided us in celebrating our love, our growth together, our growth individually and the love around us (friends, family, pets). Lauren enhanced our experience with their great questions and exercises they provided for us. My husband and I were able to dig even deeper and truly celebrate our love this way.
There’s so much more to say about Lauren. But here are my top three highlights:
1. Truly caring: Lauren is a caring person who digs deep and wants to know what makes your love special. On top of that, Lauren truly cares about every single person they work with. It’s very clear. They made us feel like family.
2. Professional but human: Lauren isn’t just an “officiant” that word simply isn’t enough. Lauren is the embodiment of a Love Celebrant! With Lauren all basis are covered. They are professional but also HUMAN. I’ve never once heard of an “officiant” getting to know their couples so well. Lauren goes above and beyond. Lauren quickly felt like a safe space for both of us.
3. A talent with words: Lauren said things that dug deep, touched our hearts and all of our guests. Lauren truly gets to know you so well that the words feel like a lifelong friend is speaking about you. How amazing is that on your wedding day?! It didn’t feel like a copy and paste but it was tailored to exactly who we are and our story.
Bonus: Lauren has a great sense of humor and is so helpful! Lauren won’t make you feel like your wedding day isn’t your day. Lauren is accommodating, helpful and is all about the non-traditional weddings which was a huge reason we wanted to work with them. Lauren never once shamed us for our ideas and instead embraced them and made sure we had a perfect day!
I highly suggest working with Lauren for your wedding. You won’t regret it! It’s the best decision you can make for a day that is so important.
If you’re reading this and have any questions reach out to me!!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Giselle, I can't tell you how many times I've read this review. Each time, I've been broug...
ht to tears. It's so important to me that everyone I "work" with feels seen, loved and cared for...and it's so powerful to ALSO be feeling so seen and loved myself. I'm touched. Going on this journey together was inspiring, heartwarming and so much fun. Truly magical. Grateful for all we've shared since then too! Cheers to lifelong friends and people who are always in your corner! All my love, Lauren
Michele S
5.0
From our first conversation, we knew we’d found the perfect person to officiate our wedding. They took the time to get to know us, and that care shone through in a ceremony that fe...
lt personal and authentically us.
In the whirlwind of wedding planning, they helped us slow down and remember what we were there to celebrate: our love and the life we’re building together. That was such a meaningful gift.
So many guests asked how we found our Love Celebrant, which says everything about the impression they made! We’re so grateful they were part of our day and couldn’t recommend them more highly! 💕
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Makenna C
5.0
Lauren was everything we had hoped for to lead our wedding ceremony and so much more. From the very first time we spoke to them, Lauren made us feel welcome, cared for, listened to...
, and safe. They put so much time and effort into getting to know us well before the wedding that by the time the ceremony rolled around, meeting Lauren felt like seeing an old friend again. They are truly in your corner, and Lauren's presence immediately put us at ease.
Lauren's process is designed to get to know you as individuals and as a couple, which was reflected beautifully in our wedding. Many guests told us it was the best ceremony they've ever been to and were shocked to learn we hadn't known Lauren for years. The ceremony was intentional, heartfelt and a celebration of our community --- I don't think there was a dry eye in the house. If you're lucky enough to have the opportunity to work with Lauren, you won't regret it. We feel so lucky to have found them and were honored to have Lauren be such a big part of our day.
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Awww, thank you so much for this beautiful review. I am so touched. I loved being on this ...
journey with you both, and am SO glad you felt loved, cared for and safe. ALWAYS in your corner! xo Lauren
Jonas P
5.0
Working with Lauren was the best decision we made for our wedding. Being located in Germany, we were unsure about the specifics of a California ceremony and didn't want to rely on ...
generic internet research. Lauren provided incredible, proactive support from day one.
What sets Lauren apart is the discovery process. It isn't a "standard procedure"—it’s a deep dive that helped us get mentally and emotionally prepared for our marriage. Everything was handled with professional ease before, during, and even after the ceremony. If you are looking for a celebrant who offers full support and a non-standard, authentic approach, we cannot recommend Lauren highly enough.
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Jonas! Thank you so much for this touching review. I loved being a part of this experience...
with you both, and am SO happy you felt supported and cared for. What a special day, and what an incredible journey together. All my love, Lauren
Allison P
5.0
When my husband and I got engaged, one of the first things we talked about was having a ceremony that felt like us. A ceremony that wasn't the same script we had heard time and tim...
e again in movies, but something that celebrated our individuality. Lauren was highly recommended by our venue and even after the first email, we knew they were someone special. After our initial zoom call with Lauren, we knew they were exactly who we were looking for! Lauren's process is so unique and takes you through an in-depth look of why you're getting married in the first place. The questionnaire you fill out in the beginning of phase one takes you out of the logistics of planning a wedding and back into feeling the love; the whole reason you're even getting married! Lauren made us feel seen, loved, and cared for as if we had been friends for several years! Not only did Lauren create a beautiful ceremony that came from their heart, but it perfectly captured our love story and the love we have for each other. Everyone who attended our wedding thought we had known Lauren for decades and said the ceremony was their favorite part of the day as they loved how unique and special it was! Lauren also helped us with a vow resource that was incredibly helpful to organize your thoughts into the perfect way to express your feelings to your partner. Our day was the most magical day in our lives thus far, and we have Lauren to thank greatly for that as they helped us bring so much love and light into our day! If you're looking for a ceremony that feels intimate (no matter the guest size), captures your story perfectly, and that radiates love and happiness; choose Lauren! I promise you and your family will be talking about the ceremony for years to come. We love you Lauren!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Awww....I love you guys!! I am blown away by this reflection of our time together. Wow. I ...
truly loved every moment together, and am so happy you felt seen, loved and cared for, every step of the way. Always in your corner! xoxo, Lauren
Becky A
5.0
Lauren was fantastic! We wanted a small wedding with just immediate family, and we were hoping for an officiant who could make the ceremony feel very light and joyful but also mean...
ingful. Luckily, Lauren was recommended to us, and we couldn’t have been happier with them! The multi-step process they created really enabled us all to get to know each other. Even though my now-husband and I are relatively private and introverted people, Lauren was able to immediately put us at ease as if we were talking to an old friend. After meeting with us several times and learning about our relationship, Lauren was able to write a ceremony that was tailored perfectly for us. Thank you, Lauren, for all the wonderful memories!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Aww, thank you for choosing to go on this journey together. I truly loved every moment! It...
's so important that everyone feel comfortable and at ease on their wedding day, and I'm so glad I was able to help you feel that ease. Always sending love your way! xo Lauren
Laurel R
5.0
Lauren brings such a personal and joyful energy to wedding ceremonies. They really get to know the couple through a process that also made my wife and I feel closer as we were plan...
ning. My wife is notoriously private and hates being the center of attention, but Lauren made her feel more at ease and actually enjoy the wedding. We're so glad we chose Lauren to guide us through ceremony design, vows, and be there on our big day.
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Aw, thank you for this beautiful reflection. I loved our time together, and am so glad tha...
t you had such a positive experience! It's so normal for folks to feel nervous or uncomfortable being center of attention, so I'm extra grateful I could bring ease to that moment. All my love, Lauren
Bonnie M
5.0
Lauren did such a fantastic job officiating our wedding!! As a queer couple, it was especially important to us to find an officiant who would help us feel seen, respected, and unde...
rstood (and one who wouldn’t mess up my partner’s pronouns). Lauren was everything we needed and more. They were a joy to work with from start to finish, and helped us create a ceremony that felt so uniquely us. I think every single one of our guests cried, and none one could stop talking about how it was the most unique, heartfelt, and beautiful ceremony they had ever seen. I highly recommend working with Lauren if you want to create a custom wedding ceremony that no one will ever forget!!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
This is so wonderful to hear! I am SO glad you had such a positive experience. You deserve...
d that...and more! Thank you for taking the time to write this review. I am deeply touched. Warm hugs!
Erin W
5.0
When we started planning our wedding, we had no idea just how important choosing the right officiant would be. We were caught up in the logistics. Since we were planning an elopeme...
nt-style ceremony at San Francisco City Hall from our home in Texas, every vendor we worked with played a crucial role in making the day feel special and personal. We had plenty of nerves going into it, but from the moment we found Lauren, their enthusiasm, curiosity, and warmth made us feel like we could do anything. Needless to say, we jumped on board for the full Lauren Snead experience!
They were there for us in every way imaginable—guiding us not just through the logistics, but through a deeper journey of reflection that prepared us for the big day in ways we didn't know we needed. Their thoughtful questions challenged us in the best way, helping us articulate what marriage meant to us, what we wanted our ceremony to feel like, and how to be truly present in the moment.
Even in the final days before our wedding—when we were making last-minute tweaks from a plane—Lauren assured us that everything would be exactly as we envisioned. And it was. We will never forget walking into City Hall and hearing Lauren call out our names from the 4th-floor balcony, arms wide open, radiating joy. That moment set the tone for everything that followed.
Lauren spontaneously lent the groom their lucky green bowtie—and it magically completed the look! They grounded us all before the ceremony, acknowledging the space and its significance. They thought of everything. Arranging the chairs in a tight semicircle so we could all hear each other. Facilitating a tree-planting ceremony. Leading group vows that made everyone feel part of something bigger. Balancing humor with raw, earnest emotion—crying right along with us in the tender moments and bringing the perfect dose of lightness when we needed it.
Our guests were stunned to learn that we had only just met Lauren in person that day. Their presence felt like that of a lifelong friend. So if you're searching for an officiant, stop now and book Lauren. They will make your wedding unforgettable in the best possible way. ~Erin and Sara
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
I am so touched by this review. More than anything, I am SO glad you felt loved and cared ...
for along this journey. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time to reflect on this experience...and for being such wonderful people in my life. HUGS!!!
Emily S
5.0
If feeling seen, heard, and cherished as an individual and as a couple is important to you then Lauren is the person for you! After our intro call my (then) fiancé and I turned to ...
each other and immediately agreed - “we found our officiant!” Lauren pours so much love into her work and we both felt so supported as we navigated the ups and downs of wedding planning. She was there for us as we did a deep dive our hopes and dreams, she held space for us to cry happy/sad tears as we talked about our deep love and our fears…she helped me when I was dealing with some wedding-related family drama (which I am forever grateful for)! I am so incredibly grateful that Lauren was a part of our support system as we prepared to walk down the aisle.
The ceremony Lauren created for us was my favorite part of our wedding. We felt celebrated in all the parts of who we are and everything that was important to us (about the day and our love story) was present.
Lauren leads with deep compassion and love. She meets you right where you are and helps you in the ways that you need or ask for along the way. She’s an officiant, a confidant, and your biggest cheerleader as you prepare for marriage! Thank you for helping us have an amazing wedding, Lauren! And thank you for making the journey extra intentional and beautiful :)
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Emily & Eddie! Thank you so much for the beautiful review. I am SO glad you felt seen, hea...
rd and cherished. I loved EVERY moment together!
Elyse K
5.0
We got sooo many compliments on our ceremony, and it is all thanks to Lauren! From our first meeting with them, we knew we trusted them with creating our perfect ceremony. They spe...
nt a lot of time getting to know us and our story. We had no idea where to start when it came to planning a ceremony. They have a ton of experience and ideas and helped us decide on what parts of the ceremony were important for us. They also checked on us throughout the process and helped calm our nerves when we needed it.
On the day of our wedding Lauren was amazing! They knew how to captivate a crowd. They are charismatic, engaging, and they created exactly the mood that i wanted which was sentimental and emotional. By the end, everyone was crying.
Lauren was a dream to work with, and I am so happy she was part of our special day. Highly recommend them as your wedding officiant!!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Elyse & Mervin, thank you so much from the bottom of my heart for this amazing review. Lov...
e the photo of us hugging...they JOY and LOVE are palpable! I am truly touched by your kind words.
Patricia B
5.0
Lauren was an absolutely incredible officiant for our wedding. They made our ceremony feel so intimate and deeply personal—it was as if they had known us for years. Their warmth an...
d genuine presence made us feel like they've been part of the family, and their attention to detail shone through in every aspect of the ceremony.
My wife and I were moved to tears throughout the event because of how beautifully Lauren touched our hearts. Their words, delivery, and overall approach created a truly unforgettable experience for us and our guests.
Communication with Lauren was seamless from start to finish. They were always easy to reach, incredibly responsive, and flexible when it came to scheduling Zoom meetings to ensure everything was perfect leading up to the big day.
We can’t recommend Lauren enough to anyone looking for an officiant who brings authenticity, professionalism, and heartfelt care to their work. They truly made our day magical!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Patricia & Julia, your review left me in tears. I am so glad you felt so loved and support...
ed through out this journey. Thank you for taking the time to reflect on your experience with me. I am deeply touched!
Ashley R
5.0
There’s truly not enough amazing words to describe Lauren. From the beginning we had the best connection with them. Throughout the process leading up to our wedding Lauren has been...
right there by our side offering tips, guidance and a listening ear when needed. While we knew our wedding was going to be amazing, we never imagined how truly magical it would’ve turned out. And we owe a big part to Lauren. From a beautiful ceremony and memories afterwards we will cherish together for a lifetime. We absolutely LOVE Lauren!! They will forever be apart of our family now :)
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Ashley & Kamila! There aren't enough words to express how amazing it was to be on this jou...
rney with you, from start to finish! Thank you for taking the time to write this beautiful review. I loved EVERY moment together!
Emma A
5.0
My husband and I couldn't be happier with our decision to have Lauren as our officiant. From the first moment we met with her, we knew that she would truly bring such a magical and...
loving energy into our wedding day. We always envisioned our ceremony as the most important part of our special day, and with Lauren's partnership, guidance, love and support, it was beyond perfect! My husband and I learned so much about each other through the planning process, and knowing we had someone we could authentically check-in with and intentionally listen to our concerns was nothing short of amazing. She made sure that we felt supported in writing our vows, practicing our gratitude, and felt ultimately supported going into this lifetime commitment. Lauren's hand-crafted, non-cookie cutter ceremony was genuine, warm and showcased all the love and emotion that represents our relationship. We are especially thankful for all of the laughs!! I can't recommend Lauren enough, and our marriage journey together is even more special with Lauren being a part of it!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Emma!! When I think of our time together, my heart is FILLED with joy. I loved every momen...
t with you both...the moments filled with "all the feels" AND the moments of fully belly laughter that filled me with joy. Thank you for taking the time to write this beautiful review! All the love!
Vanessa C
5.0
Having Lauren as our officiant was one of the best things we ever did for our wedding. Before the ceremony itself, we had talked with them via virtual meetings so that we could all...
get to know each other. By the time we had officially met face to face on our wedding day, it felt like meeting a friend we hadn't seen in years. They emit a warm, fun, and welcoming vibe that makes you feel safe and seen while you chat with them. Lauren is the voice of reason and helps you feel validated with your feelings. The way they ran the ceremony was very professional and smooth, transitioning from one section to the next effortlessly. We loved how we were also able to make changes to the ceremony draft. It gave us peace of mind knowing that we could remove or reduce parts that we weren't comfortable with sharing with our guests, and adding segments that we really wanted to implement. After the ceremony, numerous guests told us how much they were impressed with Lauren. They loved how Lauren told everyone our love story, how clearly they spoke, and how it felt like our officiant was a good friend that we had known for a long time. At the end of the night, the other vendors came up to us and praised Lauren, saying how amazing it was to work with them. The DJ even told us, "They were easily the best officiant I have ever worked with." My wife and I are so proud to say that we chose Lauren as our officiant. If we had to do our ceremony over and over again, we would choose Lauren every time. If anyone reading this is unsure about booking with them, we highly suggest you do. They even mailed in our marriage certificate for us right after the ceremony! Talk about going above and beyond! Lauren, thank you for everything that you've done for us. We had an amazing experience with you and have absolutely no regrets. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.
- The Cabrigas Family
PS: Don't ever forget to always be you, just you.
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Jamie & Vanessa!!! SOOO much love for you two! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for t...
his beautiful review, for going on this adventure with me, and for all the tears and laughter we shared along the way. You truly inspire me! Be you, just you. Always!!
Ashleigh V
5.0
Lauren was so amazing!! We originally planned on having a family member be our officiant then had to change plans kinda last minute and after reading all of Lauren’s reviews, I was...
excited to chat with her. After our first talk, we both knew we had to hire her. She completely took us out of our comfort zone by having us answer questions about each other then share them, which was such a fun and amazing thing for us to do. Lauren really took the time to get to know us and what we want from our ceremony. She told our story so beautifully. Our guests absolutely loved her and said they felt so connected. Would deff recommend!! We love you Lauren!
- Ashleigh & Aneal Virani 💕
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Seeing this review and looking at these photos, my heart is filled with so much love! Than...
k you for taking the time to write this review. I absolutely LOVED our time together!! Every. Single. Moment!
Jon L
5.0
Lauren Snead was the perfect choice to officiate our wedding. Our wedding involved a blended family with many complexities, and Lauren handled every aspect with grace and expertise...
. She took our input seriously and crafted a ceremony that was truly reflective of our unique family dynamics. Lauren’s guidance helped us stay calm and focused, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in every moment during the ceremony and even the many moments leading up to it.
The ceremony Lauren co-created with us was nothing short of magical, blending humor, tears, hugs, and heartfelt truth in a way that resonated deeply with all our guests—many of whom remarked that it was the best wedding they had ever attended.
She brought such warmth, engagement, and a reassuring confidence that permeated our ceremony. She masterfully adapted to every situation, ensuring that even unexpected moments flowed seamlessly. Lauren's presence was a calming force, allowing us and all in attendance to enjoy each part of the ceremony without concern. Her genuine demeanor and heartfelt delivery resonated deeply with our guests, creating an atmosphere of inclusivity and emotional connection that made the ceremony exceptionally memorable.
Lauren is an investment worth every penny, and we are forever grateful for the unforgettable experience she facilitated for us and our children. It was a day of pure magic, thanks to her skillful and thoughtful officiating.
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Jon! What a special journey we went on. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this ama...
zing review, and for all you shared with me along the way. Wishing you and your beautiful family a lifetime of joy and happiness! All my love, Lauren
Bill F
5.0
My husband and I decided to work with Lauren after we witnessed her great work as an officiant for a friend's wedding. After our initial call to determine if there was a fit, we kn...
ew immediately we wanted to work with her. She treats the entire process holistically and professionally. She wanted to really understand us, what drove our relationship, and how we felt about each other as a couple. This level of depth allowed her to support us in our year+ journey throughout the engagement! She also coached us on how to think about our ceremony and our vows, but always allowing us space to be authentic and vulnerable.
During the actual ceremony, she captivated the crowd and there was not a dry eye in sight! She truly made our ceremony and journey special, and we felt like we've gained a true friend throughout the process. I could not recommend her more!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Aww! Thank you Bill! This reflection means so much to me. I love you and John, and am so h...
appy I got to be on this journey with you! All my love, Lauren
Madeline B
5.0
Lauren took deliberate care in getting to know us and discerning what would strike the right chord for us on our wedding day, she put in the time and effort but did not create a bu...
rdensome process for us - and the outcome was absolutely perfect. All of our guests adored her presence and delivery. I would absolutely recommend her to any of my friends/family or strangers
Kiahna H
5.0
I saw Lauren on here and the smile is what drew me in and I knew I HAD to contact her. When I showed my partner they agreed whole heartedly. And guess what? Lauren was absolutely a...
mazing! My partner and I loved the process she had us go through. Though we have been together for many years already, discussing our relationship with Lauren really made us love each other even more! Definitely the best vibes and a wonderful person that helped and made us more excited to get married!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Aww thank you Kiahna!! LOVE these photos...what a fun and magical day. Also loved getting ...
to know you and going on this adventure together. Sending you and CJ endless love! xoxo Lauren
Erica M
5.0
Lauren is the absolute best. She officiated our wedding, and it was an even better ceremony than we could have hoped for. Lauren took so much time to get to know us and understan...
d our relationship. And she crafted the most beautiful, custom ceremony. My husband and I are not religious, but we have plenty of loved ones who are. She struck the perfect balance so that everyone at our wedding felt invested in our love and our marriage. Lauren also took the time to learn about Mexican wedding traditions so that I could incorporate pieces of my heritage into our ceremony. My husband also gets extreme anxiety before public speaking, and Lauren was so helpful for him. She gave him tools to ease his nerves and regularly checked in with him to see if he was making progress! Lauren made my husband and I feel so understood, loved, and celebrated. She is truly the sweetest person we have ever met. And our guests absolutely adored her. Some of the comments we got: “She is like an angel!” “Best ceremony I’ve ever been to.” “I thought she was a close friend of yours, she knew you both so well.” If you are on the fence, you should absolutely hire Lauren. This is one of the biggest days of your life, and Lauren will make sure you get your perfect ceremony!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this beautiful review. THIS! This makes me soooo...
happy "Lauren made my husband and I feel so understood, loved, and celebrated" I'm so glad you felt that way. As you should! On your wedding day, and every day. Sending so much love and gratitude your way! xoxo Lauren
Marissa M
5.0
Lauren is a very special person. I found her while searching for someone who could not only officiate my wedding but to help guide the ceremony with love and grace. We could not ha...
ve chosen a more kind, loving, supportive and passionate person to perform our wedding. I knew she was the person for us when I confided in her my many stressors and worries when it came to my wedding. She was open and helped me navigate my feelings so well. I had no idea how to say what I wanted to my husband and Lauren broke it down so beautifully and there was not a dry eye at the ceremony. Her process in getting to know me and my partner felt so personal and very comfortable. She was unbelievably flexible with our busy and crazy schedules as a neurodivergent family.
One of the most special moments, among so many, was when I walked down the aisle and stood in front of my partner. I was so excited and yet so nervous. Lauren helped us relax when she asked if we wanted to hug each other. She knew that this would help us both connect. I could not be more grateful for everything she has done for our family. During the ceremony, we wanted to include our son as much as possible because it was not only a marriage of two people but a merging of a blended family. My partner said vows to our son and presented him with his adoption certificate. Lauren made sure he felt seen and comfortable whenever he needed a moment because he is also Autistic. I know she’s done this so many times, but it truly felt like we were her only clients. Choosing Lauren is like choosing a member of the family. We will never forget everything she did for us.
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Marissa & Franklin, I truly loved every moment of this process with you. I'm so glad we go...
t to connect on so many levels. You are such an amazing family and incredible team. I'm always here, cheering you on!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this beautiful review. All my love, Lauren
J M
5.0
Having Lauren officiate our wedding was the easiest and quickest decision we made for our wedding! During our very first meeting, we felt instantly connected with Lauren. She is in...
credibly warm and is genuinely interested in getting to know you and your relationship. As we went through our wedding planning journey, Lauren not only provided resources for the vows and ceremony, but she also gave us tools to get us through wedding planning stresses. She was always reachable and communicative if we had questions, and her knowledge and experience is impressive. Lauren will make sure you have the personalized ceremony that is right for you. For us, we wanted a mix of humor, thoughtfulness, and inclusiveness...Lauren delivered on all counts. We got rave reviews from our guests, and because her script was so spot-on about us, most people thought she was a long-time friend of ours! We can't thank Lauren enough for helping make our special day exactly how we envisioned!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Jena & Mindy, I LOVED being on this journey with you. All the laughter, all the stories, a...
ll the feels! I was especially moved meeting your friends and family. You're surrounded by so many people that love you...including me!! Thank you for saying YES to this journey, and thank you for this beautiful review. All my love, Lauren
Matthew and Karen S
5.0
We found Lauren through our wedding coordinator Lindsey from Simply Lovely Events. From our first Zoom meeting with her we loved the energy she brought and her bubbly personality. ...
Lauren is AMAZING! Picking her to be our officiant was thee Best. Decision. EVER! All of our family and friends raved about our ceremony. It was personal, got our guests involved, moments to laugh, moments of goosebumps, and moments of love. Everyone was shocked that we had just met Lauren a few months leading up to the big day. She met with us and really got to know us to curate an amazing and personalize ceremony. The questions she asks are deep and thought provoking. All very important things to do when making such a big life decision and she we be with you every step of the way! She was a huge support for me leading up to the big day when I really needed it. ❤️ Lauren is a gem and if you are considering booking her, you should!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Karen & Matt!! Thank you so much for this beautiful review! Getting married IS a big deal,...
and I'm so happy you felt loved and supported throughout our entire journey together. You are so special! All my love, Lauren
Isabel S
5.0
I have hard time putting into words how special it was to have Lauren officiate our wedding. Initially, I was worried about trusting someone new with such a personal event, but th...
e moment we met Lauren all my fears washed away. It was important to us to have a ceremony that celebrated our community, our love story, and the ritual of marriage. Lauren immediately understood that and led is us in a ceremony that was better than I could have ever imagined. Multiple guests have reached out since the wedding saying it was the most beautiful and heartfelt ceremony they've ever seen. It was the best day of our lives and we have Lauren to thank for that! ♡
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Trust IS so important, especially (as you said) when it comes to choosing the person who i...
s going to share this personal event with you. Thank you Isabel & Will for trusting me. Thank you for saying YES to going on this journey together. Thank you for all you shared along the way. And thank you for this beautiful review. I will cherish our time together forever! xoxo Lauren🤟
Robin C
5.0
We could not be happier to have found Lauren to officiate our ceremony! The entire process was so special, brought us together as a couple, all while Lauren was taking the time to ...
get to genuinely know us as a couple. She kept us calm and present throughout our wedding day, and we still get comments (months later) from guests that our ceremony was incredible. Because she takes such care and time to get to know her couples, each ceremony is original and tailored specifically to the couple, which was so important to us. I couldn’t imagine our day without Lauren having been there to officiate!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Jim & Robin!! Thank you so much. I LOVED getting to know you both....the stories, the laug...
hter, the promises of warm cuddles mid ceremony! LOL Thank you for saying YES to this adventure together. I'm so glad you had such a positive experience! All my love, Lauren
Keiko M
5.0
Everyone was BUZZING after the ceremony talking about how different it was than most ceremonies, and the reason? LAUREN!
First of all, she took a lot of time to know us and our st...
ory. Those sessions gave us an opportunity to dive deeper into our relationship and I found out things I didn’t know about my partner that brought us even closer. She made herself available for us to talk and always reassured us when we were overwhelmed with wedding planning. Then came the final day. The ceremony is where people tend to get distracted, and not as focused as it can get a little boring and long. Lauren however had all the guests laughing and completely attentive through the whole time. People even said they wanted to get remarried just to have Lauren do the ceremony! She made the ceremony personal and magical, just the way we wanted it. She was one of the highlights of our wedding!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Keiko & Dan!!! Thank you so much! I was buzzing too...what a beautiful wedding. So special...
. I loved every moment of this journey with you and am so grateful for our time together! All my love, Lauren
Ciaron I
5.0
Meeting Lauren to officiate our wedding was nothing short of fate. From the moment we first connected with them, it was as if we had found a long-lost friend who was meant to play ...
a pivotal role in our special day.
Lauren possesses a remarkable gift for connecting with people, we found ourselves instantly at ease. They have an uncanny ability to delve deep into understanding a relationship, and their genuine interest in our love story was evident from the start. What resulted from this deep connection was an extraordinary ceremony that was nothing short of masterfully handcrafted and heartfelt.
Lauren's dedication to us went far beyond the initial meeting. They made themselves readily available day and night, patiently answering our questions and providing guidance about the ceremony and beyond. Their unwavering support and accessibility eased our minds and made the entire process incredibly smooth.
When the big day arrived, Lauren's presence was a true gift. Their genuine joy and enthusiasm mirrored our own excitement, and it was clear that they were just as thrilled to be there with us as we were to have them. Their words during the ceremony were beautifully crafted, a testament to their commitment to making our day as special as it could possibly be.
Lauren is not just an expert in their field; they're a friend who genuinely cares about the couples they work with. It's rare to find someone who combines professionalism and a warm, caring heart the way they do. We were guided through this important journey by not only a true expert but also a true friend.
We couldn't have asked for a better person to lead us into this new chapter of our lives. If you're looking for someone to make your wedding day extraordinary, look no further than Lauren.
They're the embodiment of what a wedding officiant should be – caring, professional, and dedicated. We are forever grateful for their role in making our day as perfect as it was.
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Ciaron & Sammie, I am so deeply touched by this review. I care so deeply, and I'm so glad ...
you could feel that. Thank you for this beautiful review and for allowing me to be a part of this journey with you. I loved every moment!! xoxo Lauren
Jessica H
5.0
Oh. My. Goodness. Where do I even begin? This person MADE our wedding. Sure, the venue was beautiful. Yes, all of our family and friends were present. But...she just tied it all to...
gether. It wasn't just us standing in front of everybody. We stood WITH our family and friends to promise to each other and everybody that life is messy and it's ok to lean on others for help, it is not a sign of weakness. Our hearts were elated at the added joy and kindness and care she brought to our ceremony. Everyone couldn't stop raving how amazing of a job she did on our special day. 10 outta 10 would recommend 👌
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
I am so deeply touched by this review Jessica & Paul…and so incredibly glad you had such a...
positive experience. Your love story is one for the ages, and it was a JOY being on this journey with you!! Sending lots of love and BIG hugs!! Xoxo Lauren
Aaron K
5.0
Choosing the right wedding officiant was one of the most critical decisions in planning our big day. We were fortunate to have found Lauren, and we can confidently say that our wed...
ding ceremony was nothing short of magical, thanks to her exceptional services.
From our very first meeting, Lauren impressed us with her warmth and attention to detail. Lauren took the time to get to know us as a couple, our love story, and our vision for the ceremony.
Ahead of our big day, one aspect that we will forever cherish was the 'welcome circle' during the wedding rehearsal that brought friends and family together and grounded everyone to be present about the love-filled and celebratory weekend.
On the day of the wedding, Lauren radiated positivity alongside her calm and reassuring demeanor, which put our nerves at ease. Lauren conducted the ceremony with grace and our guests commented about how special it was.
Lauren exceeded our expectations in every way, and we will forever be grateful for the incredible ceremony she delivered. We highly recommend Lauren's services to any couple seeking a memorable and personalized ceremony. Thank you, Lauren, for being a part of our big day!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Thank you Aaron & Max for this beautiful review! I loved EVERY moment of this journey toge...
ther, and am so happy you had such a positive, loving experience. I will always treasure our time together. xoxo Lauren
Ben F
5.0
Planning a traditional wedding in 2023 is EXPENSIVE, and at some point, we decided that the costs outweighed what we really wanted for our special day. We chose to elope in San Fra...
ncisco, but we needed a nearby officiant who we felt would handle the ceremony process professionally, courteously, and quickly as our timetable was relatively short.
We came across Lauren on TheKnot and, after meeting with a few other officiants in the SF area, it was clear that Lauren was the one for us. Lauren’s reviews and social media presence detailed just how much love and care she puts into the job, and after just one meeting, we knew that Lauren was everything we were looking for. She understood my wife and I’s connection to each other immediately, and while she mentioned that she usually spends a few months with engaged couples before their ceremony, she made some exceptions to that timetable.
Lauren’s pre-ceremony introduction and discovery process allowed us to have some deep conversations about what marriage means to us and what our goals are while moving forward together. We loved these talks, even though they were abbreviated to what couples normally go through with Lauren. We were able to work with Lauren to get our ceremony assembled the way WE wanted to, which was critical.
Our wedding ceremony was everything we could have hoped for and more. The entire day was handled professionally, and lovingly, from start to finish and we were able to enjoy our special day without feeling an ounce of wedding day stress. After our ceremony, Lauren speedily filed the paperwork, and continues to keep in touch with us to make sure everything is going well.
It was incredible to have a true ally that cared about us and worked with us through the entire process, and we can’t recommend Lauren and their services enough. If you want to have an officiant that will do so much more than just officiate your ceremony, look no further! Thanks to Lauren again for all the love and support!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Ben, thank you SO much for this beautiful review! You and Sarah showed up so fully to this...
process and I loved EVERY moment together. I’m so happy it was such a positive, supportive and loving experience for you! Sending lots of love, Lauren
Erin S
5.0
There are no words to express how deeply touched my husband and I are by Lauren and what she has brought to us individually and as a couple. She is inspiring, genuine, heartfelt an...
d overall THE BEST at what she does. She made our wedding so incredibly special. From the moment we met her we knew we wanted her to officiate our wedding. She allowed us to really dig deep and learn about ourselves. To go out of our comfort zone and to be a resource for anything we needed. She was very approachable and made herself always available to reach out to. She also would always check in and reach out to us as well. We love her personality!
Lauren made the experience unforgettable. After our ceremony several of our guests raved about Lauren and said it was one of the best weddings they had ever been to because of the special touches she brought to our ceremony. Thank you Lauren from the bottom of our hearts for everything! We will miss our zoom check ins, but we know that you will continue to inspire others to make their wedding dreams come true! Our wedding wouldn’t have been the same without you! We want the world to know that you should most definitely pick Lauren as your officiant! We love you Lauren!
-Erin and Isaac Santillan
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Aww thank you SO much Erin & Isaac for this beautiful review. I enjoyed every moment of ou...
r time together, and am so happy that we are still in touch. You both really showed up for this process, and the outcome speaks for itself. You inspire me!! Sending you lots of love, now and always, Lauren
Samuel I
5.0
Working with Lauren was the best decision we made for our wedding. The ceremony is the heart of a wedding, and Lauren is a true master of ceremonies. Lauren has so much wedding exp...
ertise, not only in the logistics of it all, but also in the emotions that can come up in planning and having a wedding.
My partner and I are both queer and trans, so a lot of aspects of the traditional wedding ceremony didn’t resonate with us. Lauren helped us to conceptualize what we wanted in our ceremony, how we wanted to feel, how we wanted our guests to feel, and so much more. Her process not only helped us create a ceremony that felt meaningful and unique, but also helped us grow stronger as a couple. Lauren asked all the right questions to get us thinking about what was important for our wedding, what getting married meant to us, and our expectations around marriage.
In the end, our ceremony felt so perfect and special. Our guests were so moved and thought Lauren must have been someone we had known for years! If you’re getting married soon, I can’t recommend Lauren enough.
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Sam & Laura, thank you so much for this beautiful review and for all you shared with me al...
ong the way. As queer & trans folks especially (myself included), it's so important that we feel seen, cared for, supported and celebrated for who we authentically are. I'm so so SO glad you felt that way. I did too! Sending you both so much love, Lauren
Jonique N
5.0
Lauren was such a light on our journey! Every meeting was full of positivity and friendship. When we finally met at the wedding, it was like we had known her for years!
Thank you...
Lauren for exhibiting the contagious elation we were looking for!
Jonique and Johan Nestaas
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Jonique & Johan!! I loved our time together...all the laughter, all the feels. Thank you s...
o much for this beautiful review and for saying YES to this adventure together! Sending you both so much love and light! Lauren
Martina M
5.0
I cannot speak highly enough of Lauren, who officiated our wedding. From the moment we first spoke with her, we knew that she was the perfect person to officiate our wedding ceremo...
ny (and we let her know within 10 minutes of hanging up the phone!) She was incredibly warm, kind, and bubbly, and made us feel completely at ease.
One of the things that stood out to us about Lauren was her commitment to getting to know us as a couple. She asked us to fill out a detailed questionnaire about our relationship and what marriage meant to us, which she used to craft a beautiful and personalized ceremony that perfectly captured our love story.
During the ceremony itself, Lauren was a calming and reassuring presence, guiding us through each step with grace and poise. Her delivery was flawless, and her words brought tears to our eyes and smiles to our faces. Several of our guests told us afterward how much they liked her.
What really set Lauren apart from other wedding officiants was her willingness to go above and beyond for us. She gave us her phone number and encouraged us to text her about anything at all, whether it was wedding-related or not. She truly cared about us as people, not just as clients.
Even after the wedding was over, Lauren has continued to keep in touch with us, checking in to see how we are doing.
In short, I would highly recommend Lauren to anyone looking for an officiant who is not only skilled at what she does, but who is also warm, caring, and committed to creating a ceremony that truly reflects who you are as a couple. She made our wedding day unforgettable, and we are so grateful to have her in our lives.
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Aww thank you so much Martina & Adam for this beautiful review. I DO really care, and I'm ...
so glad you felt that. I loved getting to know you and going on this journey together. Sending lots and lots of love your way!! Lauren
Ron M
5.0
We love Lauren! Lauren officiated our wedding this past July and was such a special part of the day and the preparation leading up to it. She worked with us to craft the perfect ce...
remony. It was better than we could’ve ever expected and all our guests remarked about how wonderful she was! Throughout the discovery and planning process she was always patient and receptive to any of our thoughts or ideas. She assuaged any of our concerns or worries and coached us through the vow-writing process as well. We don’t plan on getting married again, but if we did we would choose Lauren all over again!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Thank you so much for this beautiful review Ron! I'm so glad you felt supported and cared ...
for and that the experience exceeded your expectations! I really enjoyed the journey with you both, and wish you a LIFETIME of happiness!! All my love, Lauren
Emma B
5.0
The minute we met Lauren we knew we wanted her to be part of our wedding day. She is an amazing human who emanates light and love. Working with her leading up to our wedding was so...
much fun. Lauren offers amazing guidance and support on creating a ceremony that is personal and heartfelt.
I cannot count the number of our guests who said that our wedding ceremony was the best that they had ever attended and that Lauren was so amazing. Just the other day my mother in law was still raving and it’s been almost two months since our wedding!
With all of the details that need to be arranged and vendors that need to be hired when planning your wedding, it’s easy to forget that the whole point of your wedding day is the ceremony itself. So while it may be a bit painful to invest money into that aspect of your wedding day, hiring Lauren was 100% worth it!! If we had it to do all over again, Lauren would be at the top of our vendor list.
Lauren, thank you so much for giving us a wedding ceremony we will never forget. We love you!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Awww...I love you too!! Thank you for this beautiful review. I LOVED being on this journey...
with you and wish you a lifetime of happiness! xoxo Lauren
Suz G
5.0
My partner and I instantly felt the connection we were looking for with Lauren within minutes of our first zoom consultation call. Lauren is a warm, heart centered, courageously vu...
lnerable and magically creative officiant. She puts her soul and full self into all she does. She felt more like a queer fairy godparent guiding our wedding path than a officiant- officiant , just doesn’t capture it. Lauren played so many roles for my partner and I who were eloping in Montgomery Woods in October. From the beginning Lauren soothed our anxieties, helped us dream and work from a mindset of abundance rather than sacristy when it came to our special day. I hadn’t even realized how much I was holding back on vision and embracing the potential for our wedding ceremony until Lauren walked us through her unique couples discovery questionnaire. It helped us imagine the colors, the setting, the content of our vows, and much more. Laurens ability to hold space for authenticity to emerge is something very special. Eloping so that we could have a more private and personal ceremony shielded from hard family dynamics, Lauren made the process warm, silly, genuine, and helped us really celebrate. Lauren holds space so gently and with care. She helped us form and carry out our vision of a fairy tale Trans Queer Jewish chuppah-built-from-red-woods dream wedding! Lauren even supported us putting up the chuppah, toting her hatchet and ladder along on the day. Ask her for pics ;) Jack of ALL trades !
Lauren is someone we now consider a dear friend and an integral part of a very special day. If you’re looking for someone to hold your queer love dear and create the wedding ceremony of your dreams, run, don’t walk straight into Lauren’s trusted officiant services. Thank you so much Lauren
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this magical review. "Queer fairy godparent" - I...
'll take it! What an honor. I will cherish our time together forever. And thank you for letting me help you build your sacred Chuppah. I'd bring my tools and carry a ladder for you any day! All the love!! All the feels!!! xoxo Lauren
Jamie S
5.0
We ‘interviewed’ several wedding officiants as we were looking for someone we would vibe with that felt more like family or a close friend vs. someone that we hire just to marry us...
and sign our paperwork. We weren’t feeling seen by most officiants, but the moment we met with Lauren, we were INSTANTLY sold. Lauren had the vibe we were seeking; a magnetic, warm, welcoming, kind and present person. You could feel Lauren’s love and attention fully showing up for you.
You feel their compassion as well as excitement to hear about you and learn about your love story. My (now) wife and I were smiling so hard the whole time we spoke and when we hung up, it took us 30 seconds to decide - “YES” to Lauren.
It was important to us to have someone officiate our love story with a depth and understanding of the LGBTQ+ community as a same sex couple. Lauren truly invested in our journey to marriage - not just to officiate, but to help us reflect and understand the reason why we chose to marry each other in the first place. My wife and I went through some very challenging times leading up to the wedding that put a strain on our happy moments, but Lauren was there to catch us, coach us, lift us up and navigate those difficult moments. We laughed, cried and shared so much in the year leading up to our big day. Lauren brought us together in ways no one else could and we partnered on and curated the most beautiful wedding ceremony together. Lauren guided us on our vows and gave us great insights and direction whenever we needed it. Lauren’s rehearsal was so special and meaningful - something we won’t forget and the wedding ceremony was so well delivered that our wedding guests went up to them afterwards to compliment them and had assumed we’ve been friends for years! Lauren was exactly what we wanted and now, more than ever, is like family and part of our growing community. We love Lauren and know you will too, no matter how you identify and who you love - Lauren’s your person!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
It took me a minute to respond to this review because I kept getting teary eyed every time...
I read it. Thank you for this beautiful reflection of our journey together Jamie & Jessica! I am so deeply touched, and the feelings are 100% mutual!! You know I love you!
Emily N
5.0
Choosing Lauren as the officiant for our October 2022 wedding was the best decision! I can not recommend her highly enough. We were tempted to go with our wedding planner as offici...
ant to keep it simple, but I kept coming back to Lauren. We set up a Zoom to see if we'd be a good fit and our 11-year-old daughter joined as well. After wonderful conversation with much laughter we got off the call, looked at each other, and all three of us said, "Yes! Lauren has to be the officiant! We love her!"
Lauren's process is thorough, interesting, and fun. It gave us an opportunity to get to know each other better as a couple and made for a wonderfully personal and individual ceremony. Lauren worked with us every step of the way, even giving me edits and tips on my wedding vows. Before and during the ceremony she was a supportive, calming, and joyful presence. And she hit the ceremony out of the park! Everyone raved and raved about it and her!
As my sister put it, Lauren is a joy-bomb. Her light, warmth, and joyousness are infectious. I can not recommend her highly enough! We feel so grateful that she was a part of our special day and brought to much to it. Thank you, Lauren!!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Thank you so much for taking the time to reflect on our experience together. I'm so happy ...
it was positive for you. I absolutely LOVED every moment together...the laughter, the warmth, THE JOY! Sending endless love and hugs to you and your beautiful family! xoxo Lauren
Haley J
5.0
My husband and I decided the officiant was something we really valued, and we knew Lauren was the one after our first meeting. Her positive, encouraging, supportive, and caring ene...
rgy surrounded us throughout our whole planning process and into our special day. She took us on a journey through ourselves and our relationship to craft the most beautiful ceremony that captured our personalities perfectly. Our guests were amazed and inspired by how perfect our ceremony was. We can't imagine our planning process or wedding without this incredible human! We are so grateful to Lauren.
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Thank you so much for this heartfelt review Haley & Peter! I am so grateful for YOU! You t...
ruly inspire me and I'm so happy and glad we had this time together. Sending you all the love!! xo Lauren
Michelle O
5.0
Where do we even start with how amazing Lauren is? She not only got to know us inside and out as individuals and as a couple, but she also led us through a couple of exercises to m...
ake sure we were solid as a couple. Lauren also served as a great sounding board and coach/ cheerleader throughout the wedding planning process, and even helped talk me through my name change dilemma which for me was complex and wrapped up partially in my Asian American identity. She really empathized with all that I was going through and served as a wonderful neutral sounding board for my emotions around the name change topic.
And then came the ceremony. Lauren was outstanding! She crafted a personalized ceremony that fit us as a couple and involved us in the writing process from the beginning. Plus, she helped us incorporate a couple of unique and fun aspects of the wedding including a ring warming and a new tradition for us as a couple. She absolutely struck the right balance of levity and seriousness that the moment called for. In fact, her work was so memorable that our family members and guests brought up our ceremony in the weeks that followed our wedding and had nothing but praise for her. Even one of our friends admitted that he was taking mental notes during our ceremony for the wedding he would be officiating a few weeks after ours! All of this and then she was also beyond amazing sticking with us through the pandemic and multiple reschedulings over 2.5 years.
Thank you Lauren for creating a ceremony that both us and our guests loved, but also for your constant encouragement, empathy, joy, and love you showed us throughout the process.
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
My heart is overflowing! Thank you for this beautiful reflection of our time together Mich...
elle! It was a joy to be on this journey with you and Andy - I loved EVERY moment!! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness! With lots of love, Lauren
Shelby N
5.0
I cannot recommend Lauren high enough. Lauren was a rock during our wedding planning process, through thick and thin and all the changes that came with covid. She got to know us, c...
ustomized our ceremony to suit us perfectly, and was an absolute delight to boot. We streamed our wedding online, and not only did every person present praise Lauren, they were a bit hit online too.
Worth every penny, queer friendly, and a pleasure to get to know and guide us on our wedding day. Ten stars!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Aww thank you so much Shelby!! I loved every moment of our journey together. Especially lo...
ved the laughter and ease during what was otherwise a wild time with the pandemic. Wishing you and Mary and lifetime of happiness!!!
Vivienne Y
5.0
We hired Lauren to be our wedding officiant for our June wedding and it was one of the best decisions ever! One of the reasons I reached out to her was because I wanted my wedding...
ceremony to fill with laughters and fun instead of the old-school bible reading format. Lauren did not let us down! She used a questionnaire she created to create a very fun and engaging ceremony with minimal input from us. The questionnaire actually helped us to learn about each other and it was truly a learning process when Lauren shared our answers with us. We had a few online meetings to talk about what we like to include in the ceremony and we shared some fun stories of our lives. She engaged our stories so well that my family asked me if she is our long time friend. Lauren also understands how stressful planning a wedding is. She made sure she's always there for us and gave us mental support/helpful wedding tips whenever we were about to lose our mind lol. During the ceremony, we had a little sound system problem that our microphone was on and off randomly. Lauren immediately decided that we would go without the mic that guaranteed everything went smoothly and within the timeline. After the ceremony, so many family and friends reached out to us and complimented how professional Lauren was. If you would like your ceremony to be fun ,loving, positive and engaging, without too much effort required from you, you should hire Lauren and everything will be fantastic!
~~Vivienne & Nick
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Aww, Vivienne! Thank you so much for this thoughtful review. I am so happy you had such a ...
positive experience! I REALLY enjoyed this journey with you and Nick, and am so glad you felt supported and celebrated, every step of the way!! Wishing you a lifetime of joy, laughter and DANCING!! xoxo Lauren
Elizabeth B
5.0
Simply said, Lauren has a gift! I first saw Lauren in action at a friend’s wedding. I was in awe of the whole experience, because it is an experience. It was like nothing I had eve...
r seen. Bringing two people, telling us their journey of love in such a beautiful way. It was amazing, like Lauren. I had no partner at the time nor plans to be married anytime soon but I knew that I wanted Lauren to officiate and work her magic on my special day. I was excited to take her card and keep it until my day came. A couple years later, I found my soulmate and when we started planning our wedding, she was one of the first vendors I reached out to. Lauren was so inviting, she embodies the energy of life and love. She talked us through the whole process. She got to know us not just as a coupon but as people and she gave us homework but it was worth it to really discover and know what my partner thought and felt about me and our future life together. She gave us a preview of what the ceremony would look like. It was everything we wanted. My partner and I were to wed in 2020 but because of the pandemic that didn’t happen. Lauren was always checking in on us and making sure we were okay. A do dir any updates. We really appreciate her for that as our venue kept rescheduling our wedding date and Lauren was always trying her best to be able to accommodate the new date. We were finally able to get marred this year, in 2022, and we are both extremely happy and honored that Lauren officiated it. Go with Lauren, I believe she is some kind of Cupid. Everyone at our wedding said that they hadn’t witnessed something like it and thought it was beautiful. Thank you Lauren for all you did for us and all you do for everyone on the their journey of love!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
I am so deeply touched by this beautiful reflection of our journey together. I was so grat...
eful when you reached out and it was WONDERFUL getting to know you and Ken and your beautiful family. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this review, and for going on this adventure with me. You'll ALWAYS have a very special place in my heart!
Annalise W
5.0
Without question, the best choice we made in our wedding planning was Lauren. It is truly difficult to put into words how impactful Lauren was on our wedding. Her process of gettin...
g to know the two of us was incredible. She not only made our ceremony so personal, but also brought us closer together to our story. The ceremony engaged all the guests with love and laughter, and was a beautiful reflection of our values and the life we wanted to build together. The day before the wedding, Lauren led a group welcome circle for all of our bridal part and close family in order to bring the two sides of the wedding together. Lauren was extremely present for both of us individual and collectively throughout our time with her, and helped us review difficult conversations or “what if” scenarios with family and guests. Even the day of the wedding, she visited both of us in our separate areas at the venue and checked in to offer any last minute support. After the ceremony and throughout the days following the wedding, our guests spoke so highly of how Lauren set the tone for the rest of the reception, helped everyone attending understand our journey together, and built an atmosphere of love and positivity. There simply aren’t enough stars to give Lauren nor enough words to compliment her with, and we are forever thankful for her incredible role in our wedding story!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Thank you so much for this beautiful review! Going on this journey with you and Jay was a ...
dream come true for me. I genuinely LOVED every moment and am so glad that you did too. Thank you for showing up to the process so fully, and for all the ways you inspired me along the way. Wishing you a lifetime of joy, adventure and togetherness! All my love, Lauren
Ryan P
5.0
I'm so glad we ended up meeting Lauren. When we started looking for a wedding officiant, we were hoping for someone to stand up at the front and speak well. We did not expect to fi...
nd someone who would actually strengthen our marriage!
We came into this process with no real idea of what we wanted. Lauren brought a lot of great ideas to the table, and really got to know us. At the end of our wedding day, we had a ceremony that felt JUST right. It was truly a wonderful day, and I credit Lauren for holding the space and helping the love of all our friends and family truly shine through.
Side note, at least six of our guests asked me "Oh my gosh where did you find your officiant?! Can we be best friends with her??"
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Awww!!! This makes me so happy. You and Abbie are an amazing couple and I’m so grateful I ...
got to spend time getting to know you and creating something truly magical together! Thank you so much for this beautiful review!!
Jordan D
5.0
Lauren was hands-down our favorite vendor. We were hoping to find someone who would take some time to get to know us and our love story so that when they spoke in front of our dear...
est friends and family, it would click for everyone. Not only did Lauren take the time and energy to get to know us as a couple, but she also got to know us each individually and I like to think of her as a friend. Throughout the whole wedding planning process (ours included THREE wedding postponements) Lauren was kind, optimistic, and understanding. She was thoughtful in her process and gave my husband and I the opportunity to get to know each OTHER better and talk about our relationship! We had friends and family come up to us after our ceremony raving about Lauren and asking if she had known us for a long time! She perfectly captured our personal, thoughtful, and fun wedding ceremony. Not to mention that seeing such a friendly, excited, and calm face on the day of was crucial to harness the butterflies.
Lauren is truly the best mix of professional and friend, and I'm already trying to figure out how to hire her in 50 years for a vowel renewal :)
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Awww! Thank you so much for this beautiful review. I LOVED every moment together and am so...
happy you had such a positive experience. You and Rasmus are the best!! Big hugs and lots of love, Lauren
Drew W
5.0
Lauren is absolutely incredible. She is so kind and caring, and she crafted a beautiful wedding ceremony that our guests will never forget. She was so easy to work with and always ...
had a smile. I have never seen any other wedding officiant who is half as good as Lauren at what she does. Our wedding guests kept telling us how much they loved our unique ceremony, and it’s all thanks to Lauren!
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
This review warms my heart to no end. Thank you so much! The best part is knowing that you...
(and your guests) loved the ceremony and that you felt cared for along the way. Exactly how it should be!! Big hugs and love, Lauren
Alex L
5.0
As an LGBTQ+ couple, we were adamant about finding an officiant that would be able to speak to our unique experience, and Lauren quickly distinguished herself as someone we felt co...
mfortable with from our very first consultation. From the very beginning Lauren was a delight.
We had to postpone our originally planned nuptials due to COVID and were suddenly relocating our ceremony to our backyard in California with less than 2 months notice. Lauren walked us through the process and made everything much more clear and doable. Her process is so unique and inspiring and we felt closer as a couple leading up to the ceremony because of her influence.
The day of the wedding Lauren was already like a member of the family and we felt so close to her before she even walked through the front door. Our families couldn't stop talking about Lauren's energy and the ceremony afterwards. Lauren really made our wedding a day that everyone in attendance will always remember.
If we could get married all over again we wouldn't change a thing about Lauren's involvement. She took a scary and stressful time and turned it into the joyous occasion it was truly meant to be.
Thank you so much Lauren for helping us to celebrate our love in a way that was tailor made for us. We are forever grateful to you for your joyous and loving approach to life and the way you made us feel seen and loved on our special day.
Response from Lauren Snead Love Celebrant
Reading this review literally brings tears to my eyes. Every couple, especially LGBTQ coup...
les, should feel LOVED and RESPECTED and CARED FOR on their wedding day (and every single day!!) I'm so glad you felt so cared for and supported. I will always cherish our time together...Thank you from the bottom of my heart! ~Lauren
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