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Vows & Visions Co

Kandice | Officiant & Founder of Vows & Visions Co

New Orleans, Northshore, Baton Rouge

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Kandice Jay

OWNER/OFFICIANT

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Hi, I’m Kandice, the wedding officiant, storyteller, and founder of Vows & Visions Co in Hammond, LA. I believe every love story is sacred, and I feel truly honored to stand beside couples as they take one of the most meaningful steps in their lives. What sets me apart is my deep commitment to creating ceremonies that feel personal, intentional, and completely reflective of you. Whether you’re dreaming of something traditional, whimsical, spiritual, or something uniquely your own—I’ll work with you to craft vows and a ceremony that feel just right. My motto is simple: “Your Story, Your Vows, Perfectly Crafted.” With a heart for connection and a love of love, I bring warmth, authenticity, and a touch of magic to every “I do.” From backyard elopements to grand celebrations, I’m here to help you feel seen, supported, and celebrated. Let’s make some memories—together.

Woman-owned Business

4+ years in business

Speaks English

Just me

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Ceremony Types

Civil Union

Commitment Ceremony

Elopement

Interfaith Ceremony

Non-Religious Ceremony

Religious Ceremony

Second Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Religious Affiliations

Christian

Interfaith

Secular

Spiritual

Wedding Activities

After The Wedding

Newlywed Life

Getting Engaged

Wedding

Ceremony

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Kandice Jay

Owner/Officiant

Kandice, the heart behind Vows and Visions Co., is a New Orleans native with a deep appreciation for love in all its forms and traditions. Born and raised in a city rich with culture, community, and celebration, she brings that same spirit to every ceremony she creates. As an experienced wedding officiant and storyteller, Kandice specializes in crafting fully customized ceremonies that reflect the unique backgrounds, beliefs, and love stories of each couple she serves. Her passion for honoring different cultures and weaving meaningful rituals into the wedding day makes her a favorite among couples looking for something personal, heartfelt, and inclusive. Whether you’re planning a traditional ceremony, a fusion of faiths, or something completely your own, Kandice brings warmth, professionalism, and a genuine love for people to every “I do.”

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Officiant Kandice is warm, professional, and highly communicative, calming nerves and responsive even on short notice. She crafts personalized, heartfelt ceremonies with creative touches that guests found meaningful and memorable. Multiple couples wholeheartedly recommend her for making their day feel intimate and perfect.

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Alicia F

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4/10/2025

We are beyond grateful to have had Kandice as our wedding officiant. From the planning stages to the moment we said “I do,” she brought so much warmth, kindness, and thoughtful att...

ention to every detail. She took the time to truly understand us — not just as a couple, but as individuals — and crafted a ceremony that felt authentic, meaningful, and completely us. One of our favorite moments came right at the beginning of the ceremony, when instead of the traditional “Who gives this woman to this man?” Kandice began with, “Who sets his credit card free?” — a playful nod to an ongoing joke between me and my dad. It instantly set the tone, broke the nerves, and brought a room full of laughter and love into the moment. That small touch speaks volumes about Kandice’s care, creativity, and her ability to make a ceremony personal and unforgettable. Her patience, professionalism, and calming presence made our day that much more special. We received so many compliments from our guests on how beautiful and heartfelt the ceremony was — and we owe that entirely to her. Kandice, thank you for being a part of our story and helping us begin this new chapter in such a memorable way. We couldn’t have asked for anyone better to guide us into marriage.

Lauren W

5/13/2026

I would like to first off start by saying things were normal up until the wedding weekend. If you are looking for an officiant that is very hands off, writes the script and reads i...

t on the day of. I recommend Vows and Vision. If you are looking for a more intimate experience. I would not recommend. As far as our experience, we were very concerned about our wedding day as the officiant arrived 15 minutes before the ceremony and we also had to be partially refunded because our officiant failed to read our timeline provided by our planner and personal communication from us ensuring time logistics were known. The officiant missed our rehearsal. The overall experience was worrisome and we did not have peace of mind. However the pricing was affordable for us.

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Beverly B

3/24/2026

We couldn't imagine a better fit for our wedding day than Kandice. From the first meeting until after the ceremony, Kandice was nothing but warm, kind, amazing, and professional wi...

th the perfect touch of fun and lightness. Kandice helped keep our day calm and beautiful and she felt like a part of our family & friends - making our wedding day one that we will never forget. Thank you for everything, Kandice!

Caroline G

1/06/2026

We are so incredibly grateful for Kandice and the role she played in our wedding. She stepped in for us very last minute, and from the very first conversation her communication was...

absolutely top notch. She was calm, responsive, and reassuring — exactly what I needed in a moment of panic — and immediately put us at ease. She was so friendly and genuine, and it was clear she truly wanted to get to know us as a couple rather than deliver a one-size-fits-all ceremony. That care showed so clearly on our wedding day. The ceremony felt personal, warm, and beautifully done. We received so many compliments from our guests about how meaningful and well-spoken the ceremony was. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant and would recommend her wholeheartedly to any couple, especially anyone needing someone dependable, kind, and professional.

Montana B

8/14/2025

Kandice is so super sweet. She has worked with me so diligently on my vision (even though I know i’m a haunt). She has even agreed to dress up as a character during our ceremony to...

really match the vibe. I love working with her. She responds fast, she listens & actually creates a relationship with her clients. 10/10 would recommend.

Michelle

4/10/2025

Kandice makes your day so much more special than you could have dreamed of. She takes your words and writes the eloquently. She made mine and my husbands wedding day more than we c...

ould have dreamed of and it felt like she was part of the family. I will forever recommend her!

Sara D

4/10/2025

Kandice is the absolute best. She listened to me and put my vision into the most amazing words. I’ll forever recommend her to everyone.

Baker

4/10/2025

I’m sure like many a bride before me, we all say our wedding day was perfect, we forget about any mishaps and only remember the things that went write. And while my wedding was eve...

rything I wanted and more, it wouldn’t have been as perfect if it wasn’t for Kandice. The level of professionalism, consideration, care she took in making sure our ceremony was what we wanted, I think I cried more during her beautiful words then my new husbands. I would hire her in every life time and wedding (sorry honey). I cannot thank and recommend vows and visions enough. ❤️

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