WEDDING CELEBRANT REVIEWS

What couples say about working with Eliza.

Every couple brings something different to their ceremony. These are some of the kind words couples have shared about their experience of working with Eliza.

From the first conversation through to the wedding day, my aim is to make the process feel personal, relaxed and easy — and to create a ceremony that feels genuinely like you.

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Wedding ceremony by Eliza McAllister

REAL COUPLES · REAL STORIES · REAL CEREMONIES

A LITTLE MORE FROM THE COUPLES

The little things are often the things couples remember most.

Every couple's ceremony is different, but the experience of working with a celebrant matters just as much as the ceremony itself. These are a few of the things couples have remembered about working with Eliza — from feeling comfortable and supported to knowing that everything was taken care of.

Sam and Kyle on their wedding day
In an industry filled with stress and chaos, Eliza was our breath of fresh air.
SAM + KYLE
The Grounds of Alexandria · 26.3.17
Tara and Paul on their wedding day
Eliza made us feel instantly comfortable and confident that she would go above and beyond to make our day everything we hoped it would be.
TARA + PAUL
The Grounds of Alexandria · 24.6.18
Bec and Simon on their wedding day
There were so many occasions she went above and beyond. Eliza made everything smooth and easy and ensured that the focus was always on us as the bride and groom.
BEC + SIMON
Long Reef Golf Club · 24.4.16
MORE THAN A CEREMONY

The best feedback is knowing couples felt like themselves.

For me, the best feedback isn't simply that a ceremony went well. It's hearing that couples felt comfortable, understood and completely themselves throughout the process.

That's what I want every couple to feel — that their ceremony isn't something they've been given, but something we've created together that genuinely belongs to them.

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WHAT COUPLES SAY

Real words from couples I've had the privilege of marrying.

From the first conversation through to the wedding day, I want every couple to feel supported, comfortable and completely themselves. These are some of the words they've shared about their experience.

  • Choosing Eliza as our celebrant was one of the best decisions we made. Eliza took the time to understand what we wanted and created a ceremony that perfect for us. She guided us through the process with so much care and made everything feel simple and stress-free. On the day, she brought the perfect balance of warmth, humour and emotion. After the wedding Eliza guided us through all the legalities. I would highly recommend Eliza!

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    Jessica McKenzie Avatar Jessica McKenzie

    We were so incredibly lucky to have Eliza as our marriage celebrant. From the very beginning she was supportive, organised and genuinely invested in our day. She guided us through every step of the process, helped us plan and rehearse the ceremony, and made sure we felt completely prepared and relaxed. On the day itself, Eliza was our calm in the chaos. She kept everything running smoothly, reassured us when the nerves kicked in, and brought such a beautiful, grounding energy to the ceremony. Her big warm smile put everyone at ease and you could really feel how much she loves what she does. We had so many guests comment on how beautiful and heartfelt the ceremony was, and that is largely thanks to her. She is truly amazing at her job and we couldn’t imagine our wedding without her. We would Highly recommend Eliza McAllister to any couple looking for a celebrant who is professional, caring and absolutely brilliant at creating a memorable ceremony. It would not have been the same without her !

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    Rebecca & Brodie Avatar Rebecca & Brodie

    We honestly couldn’t have asked for a more perfect celebrant than Eliza. From the very beginning, she was warm, kind, and incredibly calming, exactly what you need when you’re planning something as big as your wedding. On the day itself, she made us feel completely at ease and held the ceremony so beautifully. The ceremony she created was thoughtful, personal, and genuinely special. It felt so *us*, and that’s something we’ll always be grateful for. So many of our guests commented on how amazing she was and how much they loved the ceremony and the biggest compliment? By the end of the day, some of our friends were already saying they wanted to book Eliza for their own wedding this December because they were so impressed. We feel so lucky to have had Eliza marry us. She made the whole experience unforgettable, emotional and heartfelt 🤍 THANK YOU! You’re the best.

    Fern Jordan Little Avatar Fern Jordan Little
  • Eliza was wonderful, she took the time and care to get to know us as a couple and helped us to create a ceremony that reflected us and how we wanted the ceremony to feel. Eliza is warm, welcoming and was the perfect celebrant.

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    Kylie Bedwell Avatar Kylie Bedwell

    Eliza was amazing to work with. She put extra effort into making sure the process was clear and understood. We wanted our day to be casual and fun and Eliza did not disappoint. She captured our relationship perfectly and many of the guests commented on how well the ceremony suited us. Cannot recommend and thank Eliza enough!

    Shannon Hunt Avatar Shannon Hunt

    Eliza is simply amazing. She made us feel so comfortable from day one. She listened to our story and she personalised our ceremony to suit us. Our ceremony could not have been more perfect. Eliza is more than just a celebrant. She offers something that every couple needs when wedding planning, a friendly, caring and patient celebrant who will make sure your ceremony is absolutely perfect. There was no one more fitting to be our celebrant. Even our guests commented on how beautiful she is. We could not recommend Eliza highly enough! If we could give more stars, we would give them all!

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  • Eliza made our ceremony feel deeply personal and genuinely connected to who we are as a couple. From our very first meeting, she was thoughtful, organised, and truly interested in getting to know us. She guided us through the process so smoothly, offering ideas, answering questions, and helping us shape a ceremony that felt warm, meaningful, and completely natural. On the day, she brought such presence and clarity. She spoke beautifully and made us feel grounded and calm in a moment that could easily have felt overwhelming. The ceremony was one of our favourite parts of the entire day because it felt so sincere and so “us,” and that was entirely because of Eliza’s care and talent. We couldn’t be more grateful for everything she did.

    Bailey Meyer Avatar Bailey Meyer

    We had Eliza officiate our wedding in November 2025 and we would highly recommend her. She was always great with communication, very calm and organized and was a great inclusion in our day.

    Nicola Jersek Avatar Nicola Jersek

    Eliza was so thorough and clear throughout every step in preparation for our big day! She was accessible via phone and email at all times and we could rely on her with any questions and queries we had. Eliza's presence was certainly felt on the day, she was calm, warm and relaxed and worked really closely with us in creating a ceremony unique for us. We were lucky enough to have seen Eliza work her magic a few years prior marrying very good friends and fortunate to have her as our celebrant. We would recommend her to anyone who is after a calm and relaxed spirit at the wedding. Eliza it was such a joy to collaborate with you! Thankyou! Photos by Ivy Erlinger, Loveday Weddings

    Simone Cheah Avatar Simone Cheah
  • Eliza was an absolute gem! From coming up with the most beautiful ceremony to keeping us cool, calm and collected on the day, we couldn’t have asked for anything more. She was even able to quickly wrangle our unruly crowd into a group photo as a huge storm was rolling in! If you want a celebrant who is relaxed, calming and super organised we couldn’t recommend her highly enough!

    Laura Nicholson Avatar Laura Nicholson

    We had the pleasure to have Eliza as our wedding celebrant at our Wedding in November. She was fantastic in preparation, responsive throughout and helped make the whole process simple. On the day, she helped calm all nerves and held the room's attention very well, making it a fun & enjoyable day all round. I would highly recommend Eliza as wedding celebrant!

    Anthony Mak Avatar Anthony Mak

    Eliza was an amazing celebrant for our wedding! Thank you for making our ceremony so special Eliza.

    Hilton Whiteside Avatar Hilton Whiteside
  • We couldn't be happier with our experience with Eliza! From start to finish, she made the entire process feel relaxed, personal, and genuinely enjoyable. Eliza took the time to really get to know us, and created a ceremony that was not only tailored to our story but also perfectly reflected who we are as a couple. Her planning was thorough and thoughtful, and she remained flexible and open throughout. No question was too silly or too small. Eliza always made time for us, keeping us calm and confident. We truly felt cared for, and it was clear she was just as invested in making our day special as we were. So many of our guests commented on how heartfelt and unique the ceremony was. We honestly couldn’t have asked for more. Highly, highly recommend Eliza! - Olivia and Jack

    Olivia Wakelin Avatar Olivia Wakelin

    Eliza was absolutely amazing as of our celebrant for our special day!! Her vibrant energy and always listening to our thoughts or wants for the big day!! Constantly following up to see if we’re on track with everything !! She really takes the time to make the day exactly how you envision it!! We couldn’t recommend Eliza enough!! She’s absolutely great!!!

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    Chantelle Gocking Avatar Chantelle Gocking

    Eliza is such a joy to work with. From the moment we met on the day, she brought this calm, grounded energy that made everything flow so naturally. She’s one of those people who just makes everyone around her feel comfortable and confident, and that carried right through the ceremony. As a professional MC, I really value working with celebrants who care about collaboration, and Eliza is exactly that. She made communication easy, supported everyone involved, and created a space that was full of warmth and heart. Watching how she connected with the couple and their guests was genuinely inspiring. Eliza is the kind of celebrant who doesn’t just run a ceremony, she helps create an experience people remember. It was very evident by the way she interacted with our couple and the kind of ceremony she delivered, I can’t wait to work with her again!

    Nathan Cassar Avatar Nathan Cassar
REAL WEDDINGS

See how ceremonies can look completely different.

Behind every ceremony is a different couple, place and story. Here are a few real weddings Eliza has had the privilege of being part of.

Wedding couple at Milestone Events
EMMA + MARK
MILESTONE EVENTS · SYDNEY

Emma and Mark’s wedding was a relaxed celebration with their family at the heart of it. Their ceremony felt warm, genuine and completely personal, and it was such a lovely day to be part of.

Wedding at National Art School Darlinghurst
ALEX + PAT
NATIONAL ART SCHOOL · DARLINGHURST

Alex and Pat’s wedding was an intimate city celebration, surrounded by the people who mattered most. Their ceremony had so much personality and felt wonderfully true to them, and it was a beautiful day from beginning to end.

Wedding at Milestone Events Manly
BEC + SIMON
MILESTONE EVENTS · MANLY

Bec and Simon’s wedding was a relaxed Northern Beaches celebration, filled with laughter, warmth and plenty of happy moments. Their ceremony felt easy and natural, and it was an absolute joy to be part of their day.

Wedding at Dunes Palm Beach
SARAH + NICK
DUNES · PALM BEACH

Sarah and Nick’s wedding was an elegant Palm Beach celebration, with the ocean providing the most beautiful backdrop. Their ceremony felt relaxed and effortless, and it was such a lovely day surrounded by wonderful people.

Wedding at Athol Hall
DANA + RICH
ATHOL HALL · MOSMAN

Dana and Rich’s wedding was a beautiful harbour-side celebration, with family, laughter and connection at the centre of it all. Their ceremony was full of genuine moments, and it was a really special day to share with them.

At home wedding in Mona Vale
EMMA + JAMES
AT HOME · MONA VALE

Emma and James’ wedding was a wonderfully personal ceremony held at home in Mona Vale, surrounded by the people they love. It felt intimate, relaxed and completely them, and it was such a lovely day to be part of.

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ABOUT ELIZA

A warm, experienced marriage celebrant based on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, creating personalised wedding ceremonies for couples across Sydney and beyond.

CEREMONIES

Every couple is different, so every ceremony should be too. Explore the different ways Eliza can help you celebrate your marriage your way.

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From understanding the legal requirements to choosing your ceremony style, Eliza makes the planning process clear, relaxed and enjoyable.

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Whether you know exactly what you want or you’re still working it out, get in touch for an obligation-free chat about your plans.

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