Wedding Ceremony Client Testimonials
"Chiquita has a genuine, warm, and down-to-earth approach and made us instantly feel relaxed. She gave us many ceremony ideas and encouraged us to tailor the ceremony to our needs and gave us the freedom to incorporate our spiritual beliefs.
"On the day of the ceremony Chiquita was very patient, even though I was running very late! She made us feel comfortable and conducted the ceremony perfectly. All our guests commented on what a lovely celebrant we had chosen. We highly recommend Chiquita to anyone looking for celebrant.
"Thank you Chiquita for making our wedding a day we will never forget."
Chris & Ambarissa Stone
Wedding venue: Dreamtime Beach
Location: Fingal, NSW
"Chiquita was pro-active from the day of contact through to the day of our wedding; providing us with the professionalism you would wish for from your celebrant.
"In the lead up to the wedding Chiquita provided us with the direction and guidance from scheduling the ceremony, the writing of our own vows and in the selection of readings. At the rehearsal and on our wedding day Chiquita made us feel very comfortable and provided us with a personal touch we desired for our very special day."
Dean & Sarah Beresford
Wedding venue: The Byron at Byron Resort and Spa
Location: Byron Bay, NSW
"Dear Chiquita, our sincerest thanks for making our wedding day so special.
"How fortunate we were that you were recommended to us. Our wedding was arranged at very short notice and so we had no time to meet with other celebrants. From the moment we met with you, we knew that there would have been no one more perfect than you to perform our ceremony.
"The information and suggestions that you provided for the ceremony made things very stress free and easy for us. Everything about the whole day was relaxed. Our simple yet touching ceremony was exactly what we had wished for. We could not have asked for a more perfect day. With you we felt that we had a friend there sharing in our excitement of the day.
"For anybody that was looking for a marriage celebrant, they should look no further. I doubt they could find anyone better for the job."
Darrell & Annette Sawyer
Wedding venue: Mavis's Kitchen
Location: Uki, NSW
"We had the great pleasure of being officiated by Chiquita Mitchell at our wedding in October 2011. Chiquita is a warm, professional and friendly celebrant whom we felt instantly comfortable with and who we felt truly cared about our day and our ceremony.
"Chiquita was always approachable and contactable and provided many wording and reading options for us to use as we wished. She skilfully incorporated our background information into the drafts of the ceremony, allowing versions to be flicked between ourselves and refined until we were entirely happy with it. On the day she looked wonderful; spoke with ease and grace, relaxed our guests (and us!) with reverence for the occasion without being officious or stuffy.
"A few weeks after our ceremony we attended a friend's wedding where it starkly highlighted the superior job Chiquita did for our wedding which appeared so seamless and effortless. Whilst this other celebrant appeared to enjoy the limelight, it was clear how Chiquita made the ceremony about us. Seemingly small details made such a difference – for example the other celebrant used a lapel microphone so when the vows were repeated, the celebrant was the only one that could be heard and not the bride and groom. For our vows, Chiquita stepped elegantly aside, holding a microphone to each of us so guests could only hear us and did not hear her voice.
"We will always be thankful for the wonderful job Chiquita did and highly recommend her services to any bride and groom."
Stuart & Julie Flint
Wedding venue: The Summerhouse
Location: Byron Bay Hinterland, NSW
"Chiquita. We'd like to say a sincere thank you for helping us to create, and for being a part of, the happiest day of our lives. With your kindness and professionalism you made us feel at ease right from our very first meeting.
"The ceremony you created was so beautiful, personal and heart felt - it couldn't have been more perfect for us! Your warm and friendly personality definitely shone through on the day. Thank you so much for sharing our special day with us."
Jarman & Kristin Beard
Wedding venue: Kohinur Hall
Location: Upper Main Arm, NSW
"Dear Chiquita, we were very greatful to have you as our Marriage Celebrant. I remembered from the first day we met, you had given us so many ideas, more than we expected.
"I was very impressed about your Different Cultures knowledge which helped us adapt to our own Ceremony. You were fantastic at helping us all the way out with planning the ceremony in such a short time period that we had. Without you we would not have had such a wonderful ceremony. Thank you for adapting everything to best suit our needs.
"It was the most beautiful and memorable experience of our lives. The ceremony was great, everything went smoothly and easily, there is no hesitation to recommend you to anyone who wants a Marriage celebrant. We wish you all the best."
Tristan & Lalida Stokes
Wedding venue: Greenhills on Tweed
Location: Murwillumbah, NSW
"Luke and I found the thought of choosing a Celebrant such a daunting task as they play such an important role in the Ceremony and we had both seen some less than desirable ceremonies before.
"We met with a few celebrants and Chiquita was our lucky last. After meeting with Chiquita we both looked at each other and knew that she was perfect for us and the wedding that we wanted.
"Chiquita was so helpful! She talked us through so many different ideas for the ceremony and really listened to what we wanted.
"Together we created the perfect, intimate and personal ceremony that our friends and family cannot stop talking about. It was magical!
"On the day before our wedding, we had the rehearsal and I was a little worried that the weather forecast for the big day was thunderstorms. Chiquita just smiled and said 'don't worry it will be perfect, I have never had a wet wedding before.' I think Chiquita was our good luck charm because the weather was indeed perfect!"
Luke & Katie Walcott
Wedding venue: Mudgeeraba Showgrounds
Location: Mudgeeraba, QLD
"Thank you again, Chiquita, for an absolutely beautiful ceremony. We loved your ideas, and that you were so open to ours as well.
"When choosing a celebrant, we wanted someone warm, friendly and down-to-earth, and that is exactly what we found in you.
You helped make our day absolutely perfect, and we wouldn't have changed a thing."
Cara Swann & Bruce Morrison
Wedding venue: Mavis's Kitchen
Location: Uki, NSW
"Chiquita, we are still on cloud 9 after our most fantastic wedding day. Thank you. The care you showed us leading up to and on the day of the ceremony was impeccable. You listened closely to what we wanted and tailored a beautiful ceremony which involved all of our family and guests.
"When we reflected on our favourite part of the day, we unanimously agreed that making our vows to each other stood out as the most meaningful and tender moment of the day. You took our sentiments and turned them into something poetic and beautiful that we will remember for the rest of our lives. Thank you so much."
Harry & Trudi Rathie
Wedding venue: Sheraton Mirage Resort & Spa Gold Coast
Location: Main Beach, QLD
"Dear Chiquita, thank you so much for helping to make our special day so wonderful.
"From the moment Gerard and I met you we felt instantly at ease, and comfortable in your presence. We both knew straight away that we wanted you to be a part of our special day, and you proved wonderful the whole way through.
"Everyone has been to weddings, but until you start to plan your own, you're not really sure how it all works and what's supposed to happen. You provided us with so many options of things to consider for our Ceremony, making it easy for us to get ideas and tailor it to exactly what we wanted. At your suggestion, we chose to do a Ring Warming Ceremony which proved to be a wonderful idea – I have had so many people comment on how great it was and how it made them feel a part of our wedding celebrations and love.
"Our Ceremony rehearsal was another really great idea – you thoroughly explained what was going to happen the following day in our Ceremony, where everyone should stand, what the kids should be doing, and even though the boys were not keen to do it, the entire bridal party really enjoyed it and we all felt really comfortable about what was ahead!
"On our actual wedding day, in glorious sunshine, you gently walked us through our Ceremony – and it was absolutely perfect. We could not have wanted for more. We reflect on our day, saying it was perfect and glorious, and you helped to create this for us.
"Thank you so much for everything, making our day so special and being such a lovely, calm person with whom we were honoured to spend our day with. Many thanks for the memories."
Gerard & Lis Sams
Wedding venue: Broken Head Beach
Location: Byron Bay, NSW
"What a fantastic wedding day. One of the best days of our life shared with family and friends. This special day took enormous preparation and planning. Chiquita's help and support throughout the whole process was fantastic. Her ideas were unique and original and they helped support and create a great ceremony.
"Chiquita guided us both through each stage and every choice one could want from a ceremony. She encouraged us to personalise and add our own special touches in many stages of our day and was open minded and included our family, especially our daughter, in each part of the ceremony. Chiquita's relaxed, supportive and friendly nature help make our special day one we will never forget. Thankyou Chiquita."
Blake & Emma Sandell (and our daughter, Atalya)
Wedding venue: The Byron at Byron Resort and Spa
Location: Byron Bay, NSW
"Dear Chiquita,
"Bec and I would like to pass on our thanks for the wonderful service you conducted for our wedding. Always professional, helpful and full of ideas, you demonstrated your experience and passion for working with people. We felt really comfortable working with you which helped take a lot of stress out of the big day.
"Everyone commented on how lovely the ceremony was and it was the epitome of the beach-style wedding we had always imagined. Above all else, you understood what we wanted and you helped make sure our day was absolutely perfect. Thank you!"
Brent & Bec Geoghegan
Wedding venue: Lighthouse Beach
Location: Ballina, NSW
"We are truly grateful for Chiquita's help in making it such a wonderful ceremony. She was proactive and resourceful in the lead up to the wedding, providing us with lots of helpful tips and options for putting together the ceremony. Chiquita was great at the rehearsal, letting everyone know what was going to happen and when, and coordinating quite a lot of people inputting into the day.
"During the ceremony itself, Chiquita was fantastic, creating just the atmosphere we wanted, and many of our guests commented on how warm and natural she was. Thanks Chiquita, you helped make an amazing day!!"
Pete & Ella Harrison
Wedding venue: Mavis's Kitchen
Location: Uki, NSW
"Chiquita, thank you so much for being our celebrant, you helped make our day what it was - fantastic! Your organisational skills, effort and attention to detail didn't go unnoticed and helped ensure our ceremony ran smoothly and beautifully.
"If I had to sum up your services in a few words, they would be: helpful, friendly, organised and professional. We will definitely be recommending you."
Daniel & Kelli Thompson
Wedding venue: Private property
Location: Hopkins Creek, NSW
"From our first meeting with Chiquita through to the wedding day itself everyting was so personal and special.
"It was everything that we wanted, all our guests commented on how lovely and heart-felt the ceremony was."
Robert & Toni Coaker
Wedding venue: Greenhills on Tweed
Location: Murwillumbah, NSW
Photograph courtesy of Jonas Peterson
"We wanted a modern, religious-free ceremony that reflected upon our relationship. Chiquita provided the perfect ceremony.
"She was professional and approachable. She could not have been any better. Thank you Chiquita!"
Luke & Amelia Hawkins
Wedding venue: Fingal Headland
Location: Fingal, NSW
"Chiquita provided us from day one with a very modern, professional and down to earth approach. Chiquita supported us in all areas of our ceremony with sophisticated style.
"On the day we felt calm and ourselves and our ceremony went perfectly. We weren't even aware of anyone else around us."
Michael & Kylie Andrews
Wedding venue: Bilinga SLSC & Beach Bar
Location: Bilinga, QLD
"Just wanted to say a huge thank you for the wonderful ceremony you delivered on our wedding day, you were so relaxed, organised and helpful, it was just perfect!
"We would definitely recommend you to anyone wanting a civil ceremony."
Will & Rowena Lee
Wedding venue: Pat Fagan Park
Location: Coolangatta, QLD
"Every bride wishes her wedding to be perfect - the dress, cake, flowers, venue... but the most important part of her special day is the ceremony, the moment when you become husband and wife. A wedding is an important time in a couple's life and it is hoped that it is a day that all family and friends can remember with fond memories.
"We chose Chiquita to be our marriage celebrant, she met with Paul and I together and tailor-made an intimate celebration that was perfect for us! Our guests commented most favourably about the ceremony and how perfect it was - "very Paul and Tarni" were their words!
"We can't thank Chiquita enough. On the day her calming nature and reassurance helped to make our wedding the most memorable occasion of our lives!"
Paul & Tarni Reid
Wedding venue: Lady Elliot Island
Location: Great Barrier Reef, QLD
"It was a pleasure for us to have Chiquita officiate our wedding.
"She was really sincere and extremely helpfully when it came to putting our ideas into action for a smooth day."
Wade & Magnolia Edwards
Wedding venue: Mavis's Kitchen
Location: Uki, NSW
"We had an amazing wedding filled with lots of love, laughter and happiness. Having a beautiful ceremony really helped make the day that extra special and romantic.
"Chiquita gave us lots of ideas but gave us plenty of time and support, to help us put together our unique wedding ceremony. It is so lovely to have a celebrant who was as excited about our wedding as we were.
"We wouldn't change anything about our ceremony or wedding and we are still getting wonderful comments from friends and family about how beautiful it was. Thank you, Chiquita."
Todd & Marcia Neaves
Wedding venue: Cedar Creek Lodges
Location: Tamborine Mountain, QLD
"From our first meeting with Chiquita we found it really easy to talk to her and she listened to what we had to say. There are a lot of things you don't realise you have to get organised when you're getting married and the ceremony was one of the things we thought we didn't have to do too much with but soon found out that this was wrong.
"We are both very happy to have chosen Chiquita as our celebrant and think the ceremony went perfectly. Thank you so much for all your help and dedication, we had a lot of fun. Would definitely recommend you."
Dan & Annelie Roberts
Wedding venue: Len Wort Park
Location: Currumbin, QLD
"Chiquita helped make our day special. She thought of the small details that make a big difference. We knew we could depend on Chiquita if anything were to go awry, she had everything planned for the 'just in case'.
"Chiquita was very supportive through writing our vows, through the days leading up to the wedding and of course the ceremony itself. We thank Chiquita very much for her happy and caring presence on our big day."
Kiera & Mehdi Aboulfaouz
Wedding venue: McLarens Landing
Location: South Stradbroke Island, QLD
"We were very pleased Chiquita could do our service for us; it was lovely and personal.
"Chiquita has a very lovely manner; smiley and calming (which was good for Neil on the day of the wedding, being a little stressed!) Thank you so much for everything."
Neil & Donna Odell
Wedding venue: Cabarita Beach
Location: Cabarita, NSW
"Chiquita was friendly and warm from the moment we met. She was always in tune with our thoughts and visions for the wedding, but also had great input and feedback for ceremony proceedings and our vows.
"Part of the day being so perfect was knowing she was there to take care of our ceremony - we felt very at ease. We thank you so much and wish you all the best."
Kai & Kristin Bennette
Wedding venue: Fig Tree Restaurant
Location: Ewingsdale (near Byron Bay), NSW
"Chiquita made our day so special. It was just what we wanted, relaxed, funny and full of love!
"Chiquita adapted to our every need and ensured everything went smoothly and we are so happy that we chose her for our Celebrant."
Andrew Wallace & Fleur Zinovieff
Wedding venue: Main Beach
Location: Byron Bay, NSW
"Chiquita helped us plan our wedding ceremony providing a personalised and flexible service enabling us to tailor the relaxed ceremony we were seeking.
"She also provided a great service in offering suggestions for the day and ways to make our wedding unique and special which was invaluable."
Andrew & Miranda Forsyth
Wedding venue: St Margaret's Chapel
Location: Bundall, QLD
"We both found Chiquita very professional and personable from the first meeting with her. She had some great ideas for the ceremony and provided much support in the lead up to our special day. We both found that Chiquita made us feel completely at ease on our wedding day and were thrilled with her services from start to finish.
"She performed the perfect ceremony, flawlessly - for our perfect day. It was great to share it with someone who was almost as excited as we were. We would not hesitate in endorsing her services to anyone."
Nathan & Kara Hawke
Wedding venue: Sea World Resort
Location: Main Beach, QLD
"Dear Chiquita, we sincerely thank you for your company, gift and good wishes and for helping us make our wedding day an occasion we will always remember. You brought joy to our day, warmth to our lives and happiness to our hearts. We truly appreciate your love and support.
"We would like to thank you for really listening and making our wedding special for us and just the way we wanted it. Thank you for all of your suggestions for making our day so special. The sand pouring ceremony was a wonderful way of symbolising our union and including Joshua. On top of this we appreciated your professionalism and the great PA system you provided."
Ashleigh & Melissa Cruden
Wedding venue: Little Brown Church
Location: Jimboomba, QLD
"Chiquita was fantastic. We wanted a very laid back and relaxed day. She gave us lots of suggestions and help with planning the ceremony and was just so lovely and very professional."
Paul & Leina Master
Wedding venue: 550 The Panorama
Location: Tallai, QLD
"Our wedding ceremony was one of the most special and important moments of our life so we really wanted someone who was going to take the time to understand us, make it fun and conduct it professionally.
"We found all of that in Chiquita and would recommend her services highly. Chiquita was organised and supportive every step of the way, which meant we had all confidence in her and allowed us to really enjoy our ceremony on the day."
Blake & Edwina Williamson
Wedding venue: Kohinur Hall - (02) 6684 5191
Location: Main Arm (near Mullumbimby), NSW
"Very professional, happy, smiley service, which makes your day even more special."
Scott & Jade West
Wedding venue: Burleigh Headland
Location: Burleigh Heads, QLD
"Chiquita only asked us a few questions about our relationship and tailored the most perfect ceremony and vows. I was blown away by how well it suited us. She was warm and friendly and seemed to genuinely care about our wedding and us.
"I would definitely recommend her services and will definitely be using her again when it comes time for our children's naming days."
Sam & Kim Hyett
Wedding venue: Elephant Rock Beach
Location: Currumbin, QLD
